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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for non-structural panel repairs
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Workplace procedures and product manufacturer and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Equipment and hand and power tools are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to minimise waste according to workplace procedures
2. Carry out non-structural panel repairs to pre-paint condition
   • Panels are repaired using approved repair methods, materials and equipment according to OEM specifications and safety and environmental requirements
   • Repairs are finished to pre-paint condition according to workplace procedures
   • Advice is sought from appropriate personnel if repair interferes with the vehicle’s trim or electrical and mechanical systems
3. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and panel is presented ready for painting
   • 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
4. Prepare for non-structural panel repairs
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Workplace procedures and product manufacturer and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Equipment and hand and power tools are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to minimise waste according to workplace procedures
5. Carry out non-structural panel repairs to pre-paint condition
   • Panels are repaired using approved repair methods, materials and equipment according to OEM specifications and safety and environmental requirements
   • Repairs are finished to pre-paint condition according to workplace procedures
   • Advice is sought from appropriate personnel if repair interferes with the vehicle’s trim or electrical and mechanical systems
6. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and panel is presented ready for painting
   • 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 and environmental 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) manually handling vehicle panels using tools and equipment environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and 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:

carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs on three different vehicles.

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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 carrying out non-structural vehicle panel repairs, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

manually handling vehicle panels

using tools and equipment

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials

panel repair methods and techniques, including:

panel repair tools, equipment and materials

panel beating techniques

body filler types and recommended applications

abrasive grades and types

body filler finishing procedures

repair quality requirements to pre-paint condition

procedures for final inspection of completed non-structural panel repairs.

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