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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to remove and replace vehicle SRS
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • SRS removal and replacement specifications are sourced from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency, and are interpreted
   • SRS component requiring removal and replacement is identified and selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Hand and power tools, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned and procedures are determined to minimise waste
2. Deactivate and remove SRS
   • SRS is deactivated according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • SRS is removed according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to system or components
   • SRS component is tagged and stored according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods and workplace procedures
3. Replace SRS
   • SRS component is checked and matched to vehicle
   • SRS is replaced according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to system or components
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Replaced SRS components are disposed of according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods
   • 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 remove and replace vehicle SRS
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • SRS removal and replacement specifications are sourced from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency, and are interpreted
   • SRS component requiring removal and replacement is identified and selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Hand and power tools, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned and procedures are determined to minimise waste
6. Deactivate and remove SRS
   • SRS is deactivated according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • SRS is removed according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to system or components
   • SRS component is tagged and stored according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods and workplace procedures
7. Replace SRS
   • SRS component is checked and matched to vehicle
   • SRS is replaced according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods, workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to system or components
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Replaced SRS components are disposed of according to OEM or authorised agency approved methods
   • 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.

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 SRS systems and components using hand tools and equipment.

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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:

deactivate, remove and replace supplementary restraint systems (SRS) on two different vehicles, in which the work must involve two of the following:

steering wheel airbag

dash panelling airbag

side curtain airbag

seat belt pre-tensioners.

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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 removing and replacing vehicle SRS, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

manually handling SRS systems and components

using hand tools and equipment

types and operation of SRS components, including:

airbag systems, including:

steering wheel airbag

dash panelling airbag

side curtain airbag

seat belt pre-tensioners

replacement procedures for SRS components, including:

deactivation

removal

installation

resetting

inspection

procedures for protecting vehicle when removing and replacing SRS

procedures for final inspection of fitted SRS, including compliance with:

original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications

authorised agency instructions and specifications.

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