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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Locate OEM or authorised agency repair procedures
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • OEM or authorised agency repair procedures are sourced, interpreted and incorporated into planning process
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Recommended repair tools and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to identify required HSS repair methods, minimise waste, and use time efficiently
2. Repair or replace HSS components
   • Sections not subject to repair are protected, using approved methods and equipment
   • HSS sections to be replaced are identified and removed using OEM or authorised agency recommended removal methods and equipment, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Damaged surfaces are restored to a condition suitable for fitting replacement HSS components
   • Vehicle measuring or jigging equipment is used to position replacement HSS component correctly according to OEM or authorised agency specifications
   • OEM or authorised agency’s surface coatings is protected or reapplied
   • Replacement HSS components are aligned and secured within OEM or authorised agency’s tolerances
3. Weld HSS components
   • Recommended welding equipment for HSS is located and checked for correct operation
   • Sample welds are conducted using recommended welding techniques, inspected, and destruction tested for defects according to workplace instructions
   • HSS components are refitted using recommended repair methods, materials and equipment, and without causing damage to other systems or components
   • Grinding procedures are followed according to OEM or authorised agency and weld material specifications
4. Complete work processes
   • Repairs to HSS components are finished to pre-paint condition according to workplace and OEM or authorised agency repair procedures
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and manufacturer specifications, and components 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, tagged and reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Locate OEM or authorised agency repair procedures
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • OEM or authorised agency repair procedures are sourced, interpreted and incorporated into planning process
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Recommended repair tools and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to identify required HSS repair methods, minimise waste, and use time efficiently
6. Repair or replace HSS components
   • Sections not subject to repair are protected, using approved methods and equipment
   • HSS sections to be replaced are identified and removed using OEM or authorised agency recommended removal methods and equipment, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Damaged surfaces are restored to a condition suitable for fitting replacement HSS components
   • Vehicle measuring or jigging equipment is used to position replacement HSS component correctly according to OEM or authorised agency specifications
   • OEM or authorised agency’s surface coatings is protected or reapplied
   • Replacement HSS components are aligned and secured within OEM or authorised agency’s tolerances
7. Weld HSS components
   • Recommended welding equipment for HSS is located and checked for correct operation
   • Sample welds are conducted using recommended welding techniques, inspected, and destruction tested for defects according to workplace instructions
   • HSS components are refitted using recommended repair methods, materials and equipment, and without causing damage to other systems or components
   • Grinding procedures are followed according to OEM or authorised agency and weld material specifications
8. Complete work processes
   • Repairs to HSS components are finished to pre-paint condition according to workplace and OEM or authorised agency repair procedures
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and manufacturer specifications, and components 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, tagged and 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.

OEM or authorised agency repair procedures mustinclude:	identifying HSS type and location visual and physical testing procedures repair and welding specifications.
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 components 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:

identify and repair high strength steel (HSS) components to pre-paint condition on three different damaged 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 identifying and repairing HSS vehicle components, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

manually handling vehicle components

using tools and equipment

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

original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency’s:

vehicle specifications and measurements

approved repair procedures and quality processes

HSS repair, replacement and welding methods and procedures, including:

HSS recommended tools and equipment, including welding equipment

types and location of HSS components

pre-repair destruction testing of welds on similar material

body and panel alignment

bonding, riveting and welding

procedures for protecting vehicle and components during repair work

procedures for final inspection of HSS repair.

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