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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to replace major welded panels
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Vehicle specifications and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency’s recommended repair procedures are sourced and checked against workplace instructions
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to identify methods, minimise waste, and use time efficiently
2. Remove welded panels
   • Major welded panels and sections are removed according to OEM or authorised agency’s approved methods and safety and environmental requirements
   • Spot welds are drilled out using recommended drill bit and drill diameters
   • Assistance is sought from authorised personnel where removal of welded panels and sections disturbs vehicle trim or electrical, mechanical or air conditioning systems
3. Replace and align welded panels
   • Panel sections are replaced, aligned and welded using approved OEM or authorised agency’s methods and procedures
   • Replacement, alignment and welding of panel section are carried out to pre-paint condition
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and manufacturer specifications, and panels are 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
5. Prepare to replace major welded panels
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Vehicle specifications and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency’s recommended repair procedures are sourced and checked against workplace instructions
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to identify methods, minimise waste, and use time efficiently
6. Remove welded panels
   • Major welded panels and sections are removed according to OEM or authorised agency’s approved methods and safety and environmental requirements
   • Spot welds are drilled out using recommended drill bit and drill diameters
   • Assistance is sought from authorised personnel where removal of welded panels and sections disturbs vehicle trim or electrical, mechanical or air conditioning systems
7. Replace and align welded panels
   • Panel sections are replaced, aligned and welded using approved OEM or authorised agency’s methods and procedures
   • Replacement, alignment and welding of panel section are carried out to pre-paint condition
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and manufacturer specifications, and panels are 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.

Tools and equipment mustinclude:	personal protective equipment (PPE) universal measuring system hand and power tools and equipment approved heating equipment of OEM or authorised agency, as required approved welding equipment of OEM or authorised agency.
Safety and environmental requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE manually handling vehicle panels using tools and equipment when welding panels 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:

remove and replace major welded panels on three different vehicles, where each replacement must involve three of the following:

quarter panel

turret

side panel

beaver panel

outer wheel house or similar non-structural panel

during above work, conduct welding according to specifications of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency.

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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 major welded panels on vehicles, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

manually handling vehicle panels

using tools and equipment when welding panels

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

OEM or authorised agency vehicle specifications

major welded panel replacement procedures and techniques

repair and alignment methods and techniques, including:

use of tools and equipment, including tagging methods as required

approved welding processes

types and location of high strength steel (HSS)

procedures for protecting vehicle and components when replacing panels

procedures for final inspection of welded panel sections.

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