Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1. Prepare for the job

1.1 Workplace procedures are identified

1.2 Vehicle to be tested is positioned and secured to prevent injury or damage

1.3 Vehicle fuel and lubricant levels are checked

1.4 Driver safety items are checked according to workplace procedures to ensure they are functional and suitable to vehicle specifications

1.5 Temporary registration plates are fitted

1.6 Pre-inspection checklist is completed

2. Test vehicle performance

2.1 Vehicle is secured on chassis dynamometer for testing, if applicable

2.2 Vehicle is driven and tested on-road according to state road regulations

2.3 Vehicle is tested under load conditions

2.4 Adjustments are made if necessary during on-road tests

3. Respond to faults

3.1 Vehicle performance test reports are completed, with faults recorded and reported to appropriate personnel

3.2 Vehicle quarantine procedures are implemented to ensure faulty vehicles are not returned to customer

3.3 Vehicle is placed in quarantine based on type of faults to be rectified

4. Rectify faults

4.1 Vehicle reports of performance test results are used to identify faults

4.2 Tools and equipment are selected and used to conduct rectification

4.3 Faults are rectified so that vehicle performs to manufacturer specifications and complies with roadworthy requirements

5. Complete work processes

5.1 Vehicle is retested to ensure faults have been rectified and vehicle performs to manufacturer specifications

5.2 Compliance and vehicle identification plates are fitted, if applicable

5.3 Final inspection and dispatch form are completed and submitted to appropriate personnel

5.4 Job rectification report is completed

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

interpret vehicle performance specifications

analyse vehicle quality inspection reports

interpret vehicle operating instructions.

Writing skills to:

complete test and rectification reports

complete fault rectification plans

record vehicle faults.

Oral communication skills to:

inform management and customers of vehicle faults and repair requirements.

Numeracy skills to:

analyse vehicle performance graphs and specifications

identify vehicle component part numbers.

Initiative skills to:

adapt to changing employment conditions and contexts.

Planning and organising skills to:

prepare vehicle for testing and plan its performance test.

Problem-solving skills to:

access, interpret and apply workplace procedures and work instructions, particularly to ensure faulty vehicles are quarantined.

Technology skills to:

operate vehicle operating systems.

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.

Workplace procedures must include:

road testing

using test equipment

operating vehicles

work health and safety (WHS) requirements

workplace recording and reporting.

Testing must include:

braking

gauges

lights

rattles

ride

squeaks

steering

turn indicators

vibrations

warning lights.