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AURVTN013
Carry out paint-less dent repairs on vehicle body panels

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Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to repair shallow dents and hail damaged body panels using paint-less dent repair (PDR) processes. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools, repairing vehicle panels to pre-damage condition using PDR methods, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

It applies to those working in the automotive body repair industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to carry out PDR repairs

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Workplace procedures and PDR tool manufacturer specifications are sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

1.5 Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently

2. Repair panel using PDR process

2.1 Vehicle panels and work area, including lighting requirements, are prepared for PDR work

2.2 PDR tools are fabricated or modified to suit work requirements

2.3 Components are repaired using approved PDR methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.4 Advice is sought from authorised personnel if repair interferes with vehicle trim or electrical systems

2.5 Painted surface is finished according to workplace procedures, and PDR repairs are checked against workplace instructions and workplace quality standards and finish requirements

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and panel or component is presented ready for use

3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

carry out paint-less dent repairs (PDR) on ten different vehicle body panels, in which the work must involve completing PDR on one panel with shallow dents to a minimum dimension of 20 mm diameter x 2 mm depth.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to carrying out PDR on vehicle body panels, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

manually handling vehicle body panels

PDR methods and techniques, including:

type and use of PDR tools, lighting equipment, and paint polishing materials

trim removal processes

paint film build and its effects on PDR

PDR push to paint surface

paint finishes, including peel and texture

paint fractures and delamination

corrosion prevention resulting from PDR

types of dents appropriate to PDR method

PDR techniques, including pushing, pressing, reforming, levering, pulling, gluing, and suction cups

PDR finish and quality standard

procedures for final inspection of completed PDR repairs.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the PDR repairs they have carried out, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

vehicles, panels and components requiring PDR as specified in the performance evidence

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for carrying out paint-less dent repairs, including required PPE.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to carry out PDR repairs

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Workplace procedures and PDR tool manufacturer specifications are sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability

1.5 Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently

2. Repair panel using PDR process

2.1 Vehicle panels and work area, including lighting requirements, are prepared for PDR work

2.2 PDR tools are fabricated or modified to suit work requirements

2.3 Components are repaired using approved PDR methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.4 Advice is sought from authorised personnel if repair interferes with vehicle trim or electrical systems

2.5 Painted surface is finished according to workplace procedures, and PDR repairs are checked against workplace instructions and workplace quality standards and finish requirements

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and panel or component is presented ready for use

3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Tools and equipment must include:

personal protective equipment (PPE)

PDR hand tools

lighting.

PDR methods must include:

pushing

pressing

reforming

levering

pulling

gluing

suction cups.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

selecting and using PPE

manually handling vehicle body panels.

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

carry out paint-less dent repairs (PDR) on ten different vehicle body panels, in which the work must involve completing PDR on one panel with shallow dents to a minimum dimension of 20 mm diameter x 2 mm depth.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to carrying out PDR on vehicle body panels, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

manually handling vehicle body panels

PDR methods and techniques, including:

type and use of PDR tools, lighting equipment, and paint polishing materials

trim removal processes

paint film build and its effects on PDR

PDR push to paint surface

paint finishes, including peel and texture

paint fractures and delamination

corrosion prevention resulting from PDR

types of dents appropriate to PDR method

PDR techniques, including pushing, pressing, reforming, levering, pulling, gluing, and suction cups

PDR finish and quality standard

procedures for final inspection of completed PDR repairs.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the PDR repairs they have carried out, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

vehicles, panels and components requiring PDR as specified in the performance evidence

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for carrying out paint-less dent repairs, including required PPE.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Workplace procedures and PDR tool manufacturer specifications are sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability 
Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently 
Vehicle panels and work area, including lighting requirements, are prepared for PDR work 
PDR tools are fabricated or modified to suit work requirements 
Components are repaired using approved PDR methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Advice is sought from authorised personnel if repair interferes with vehicle trim or electrical systems 
Painted surface is finished according to workplace procedures, and PDR repairs are checked against workplace instructions and workplace quality standards and finish requirements 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and panel or component is presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 
Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Workplace procedures and PDR tool manufacturer specifications are sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability 
Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently 
Vehicle panels and work area, including lighting requirements, are prepared for PDR work 
PDR tools are fabricated or modified to suit work requirements 
Components are repaired using approved PDR methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Advice is sought from authorised personnel if repair interferes with vehicle trim or electrical systems 
Painted surface is finished according to workplace procedures, and PDR repairs are checked against workplace instructions and workplace quality standards and finish requirements 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and panel or component is presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 
Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

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