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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to inspect and service petrol fuel system
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Servicing information is sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Inspect petrol fuel system
   • Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
3. Service petrol fuel system
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Prepare to inspect and service petrol fuel system
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Servicing information is sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
6. Inspect petrol fuel system
   • Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
7. Service petrol fuel system
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or machinery is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked 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.

Safety requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for working with: stored fuel pressure flammable liquids.
Service must include:	pre- and post-inspection of all petrol fuel system components servicing air filters replacing fuel filters.
Environmental requirements must include:	procedures for: trapping, storing and disposing of flammable liquids released from fuel systems disposing of filters.
Post-service testing must include:	starting up and running system to full operation testing system for leaks and correct operation.

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Performance Evidence

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

inspect and service the petrol fuel systems of two different vehicles or machinery, including replacing their fuel filters.

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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 inspecting and servicing petrol fuel systems, including procedures for working with:

stored fuel pressure

flammable liquids

environmental requirements, including procedures for:

trapping, storing and disposing of flammable liquids released from fuel systems

disposing of filters

identification, function and basic operation of petrol fuel system components, including:

types and applications of fuels, including petroleum and biofuels

fuel tank, cap and lines

fuel filters

fuel pumps, including:

mechanical

electrical

carburettors

electronic control unit and sensors

fuel injection system components

accelerator pedal or control lever

air filter and air intake housing and ducting

inspection procedures for petrol fuel systems, including:

inspecting components for damage and leaks

inspecting air filter and air intake housing and ducting for blockage or damage

service and adjustment procedures for petrol fuel systems, including:

replacing fuel filter

cleaning or replacing air filter and checking air intake housing and ducting for damage

checking and adjusting base idle speed as required

fuel pressure testing as required

post-service testing procedures for petrol fuel systems.

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