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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to inspect and service drive shaft
   • 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 drive shaft
   • 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 drive shaft
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety 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 drive shaft
   • 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 drive shaft
   • 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 drive shaft
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety 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 mustinclude:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: working with rotating shafts handling lubricants.

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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 drive shafts of two different vehicles or machinery.

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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 drive shafts, including procedures for:

working with rotating shafts

handling lubricants

identification and function of drive shaft components, including:

single and multi-piece shafts

universal joints

rubber type couplings

slip joints

support bearings

constant velocity joints

types and applications of drive shaft lubricants

inspection procedures for drive shafts, including:

component wear or damage

lubricant leaks

service and adjustment procedures for drive shafts, including lubricating components as required

post-service testing procedures of drive shafts.

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