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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to repair and overhaul bicycle steering system
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and other relevant technical information are accessed and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to avoid damage to bicycle, minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Inspect steering system
   • Bicycle steering system is checked for faults and worn or damaged components using visual inspection methods and by comparing measurements against manufacturer specifications
   • Repair and replacement options are identified, documented and costed for customer approval according to workplace procedures
   • Work area, replacement parts and bicycle are prepared for repair work
3. Carry out repair and overhaul of steering system
   • Repair and overhaul activities are carried out according to workplace procedures, work plan, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Required replacement parts are checked and fitted according to manufacturer specifications
   • Repaired steering system is checked and tested for correct operation according to manufacturer specifications
   • Repaired steering system is adjusted and aligned as required according to workplace procedures
   • Results and quality issues are reported to authorised personnel as required
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and bicycle 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
5. Prepare to repair and overhaul bicycle steering system
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and other relevant technical information are accessed and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to avoid damage to bicycle, minimise waste and use time efficiently
6. Inspect steering system
   • Bicycle steering system is checked for faults and worn or damaged components using visual inspection methods and by comparing measurements against manufacturer specifications
   • Repair and replacement options are identified, documented and costed for customer approval according to workplace procedures
   • Work area, replacement parts and bicycle are prepared for repair work
7. Carry out repair and overhaul of steering system
   • Repair and overhaul activities are carried out according to workplace procedures, work plan, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Required replacement parts are checked and fitted according to manufacturer specifications
   • Repaired steering system is checked and tested for correct operation according to manufacturer specifications
   • Repaired steering system is adjusted and aligned as required according to workplace procedures
   • Results and quality issues are reported to authorised personnel as required
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and bicycle 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

Range Statement

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.

Steering system mustinclude:	forks headsets handlebars and stems.
Safety and environmental requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: manually handling bicycles and their steering systems identifying workplace hazards using tools and equipment, including PPE environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials.

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Performance Evidence

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:

repair and overhaul three different bicycle steering systems according to manufacturer specifications

repair and overhaul the following components in the course of the above work:

forks

headsets

handlebars and stems.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to repairing and overhauling bicycle steering systems, including procedures for:

manually handling bicycles and their steering systems

identifying workplace hazards

using tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE)

environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials

key bicycle steering system terminology

purpose of bicycle steering systems and their relationship to suspension, wheels, drivetrain, frame and braking systems

operating principles of steering system components, including:

forks

headsets

handlebars and stems

types and use of tools and equipment used to repair and overhaul bicycle steering systems

techniques and processes for repairing and overhauling bicycle steering systems, including:

identification of bicycle steering components, materials and specifications

fault identification

measuring techniques

steering system adjustment techniques

steering system testing procedures.

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