Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AURPTA006 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Inspect and service line trimming systems and components

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AURPTA006 - Inspect and service line trimming systems and components
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service line trimming systems and components according to manufacturer instructions. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system and components, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system and components, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the outdoor power equipment service and repair industry. The line trimming systems include brush cutters and grass trimmers which may be electric or petrol driven, stand-alone or fitted to other equipment systems.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the line trimming systems and components that they have worked on, e.g. repair orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

outdoor power equipment repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer line trimming specifications

outdoor power equipment line trimming system and components specified in the performance evidence and requiring servicing

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for inspecting and servicing line trimming systems and components.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Outdoor Power Equipment
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare to inspect and service line trimming system of outdoor power equipment
  • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
       
Element: Inspect line trimming system
  • Line trimming system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
  • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
  • Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Service line trimming system
  • Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts
  • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features
  • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Prepare to inspect and service line trimming system of outdoor power equipment
  • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
       
Element: Inspect line trimming system
  • Line trimming system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
  • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
  • Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Service line trimming system
  • Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts
  • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features
  • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to inspect and service line trimming system of outdoor power equipment

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Inspect line trimming system

2.1 Line trimming system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

2.4 Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures

3. Service line trimming system

3.1 Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts

3.2 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.3 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

inspect and service the following line trimming systems:

auto line feed system

manual line feed system

bent and straight shaft systems.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to inspecting and servicing line trimming systems and components, including procedures for:

starting and operating line trimming equipment

adjusting and aligning line trimming systems

using personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant to operating line trimmers

application, purpose and operation of line trimming systems , including:

overload protection

line sizes and types

auto and manual line feed systems

metal and composite blades

handles and harnesses

brush cutter angle drives

bent and straight shafts

protective guards and cowlings

stand-alone or fitted to other equipment systems

types and application of lubricants, and lubricating methods

inspection procedures for line trimming systems and components, including:

analysing component wear

checking bearings and housing condition

checking automatic and manual line feed systems

checking physical damage to protective guards and cowlings

service and adjustment procedures for line trimming systems and components, including:

lubricating bent and straight shaft drive systems

testing automatic and manual line feed systems

testing overload devices

post-repair testing procedures for line trimming systems and components, including operating line trimming system through full operating range.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to inspect and service line trimming system of outdoor power equipment

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Inspect line trimming system

2.1 Line trimming system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

2.4 Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures

3. Service line trimming system

3.1 Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts

3.2 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.3 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

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.

Inspection and servicing procedures must include:

inspecting components

making adjustments

identifying lubrication requirements

testing serviced unit.

Line trimming system must include:

auto line feed systems

manual line feed systems

brush cutters and grass trimmers

bent and straight shafts.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

starting and operating line trimming equipment

adjusting and aligning line trimming systems

using personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant to operating line trimmers.

Post-service testing must include:

operating line trimming system

comparing line trimming operation to manufacturer specifications

making system adjustments as required

re-testing system.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability 
Line trimming system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 
Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 
Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures 
Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts 
Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability 
Line trimming system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 
Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 
Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures 
Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts 
Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AURPTA006 - Inspect and service line trimming systems and components
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