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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for inspection
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Vehicle specifications are sourced and interpreted from OEM or authorised agency and workplace inspection procedures
   • Inspection methods are analysed, and most appropriate option for vehicle and job requirement is selected and prepared
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Technical and calibration equipment for vehicle system inspection is sourced and checked for serviceability
2. Inspect damaged vehicle
   • Inspection is carried out according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Extent of vehicle damage and damage location are recorded during inspection
3. Analyse inspection results
   • Results are compared with vehicle specifications to identify compliance or non-compliance
   • Preferred repair action is determined following analysis of options
   • Repair options are documented with supporting evidence and information
   • Final inspection report is completed according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
   • Technical and calibration equipment is checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation, including report on repair recommendations, is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Prepare for inspection
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Vehicle specifications are sourced and interpreted from OEM or authorised agency and workplace inspection procedures
   • Inspection methods are analysed, and most appropriate option for vehicle and job requirement is selected and prepared
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Technical and calibration equipment for vehicle system inspection is sourced and checked for serviceability
6. Inspect damaged vehicle
   • Inspection is carried out according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Extent of vehicle damage and damage location are recorded during inspection
7. Analyse inspection results
   • Results are compared with vehicle specifications to identify compliance or non-compliance
   • Preferred repair action is determined following analysis of options
   • Repair options are documented with supporting evidence and information
   • Final inspection report is completed according to workplace procedures
8. Complete work processes
   • Technical and calibration equipment is checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation, including report on repair recommendations, 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.

Specifications must include:	OEM or authorised agency: vehicle design specifications and drawings repair instructions and methods component replacement instructions.
Inspection methods must include:	testing and operational assessments for defects.
Safety requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) using hand tools and lifting 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:

inspect two of the following systems on different vehicles, and recommend suitable repair options:

air conditioning system

braking system

cooling system

electrical system

exhaust system

steering and suspension system.

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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 damaged vehicle systems and recommending repairs, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using hand tools and lifting equipment

operating principles of vehicle systems, including:

air conditioning system

braking system

cooling system

electrical system

exhaust system

steering and suspension system

original equipment manufacturer (OEM), authorised agency and component supplier specifications, and recommended repair and replacement procedures

procedures for inspecting damaged vehicles and determining repair action, including:

repair quality requirements

inspection and reporting procedures.

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