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. Plan the job

1.1 Work order and job specifications are used to determine installation process

1.2 Braking system and components are identified, selected and inspected

1.3 Tools and equipment required for the job are selected and checked for safe operation

1.4 Assembly and installation information is accessed from manufacturer specifications

2. Assemble and install braking system kit

2.1 Assembly and installation activities are carried out according to workplace procedures

2.2 Braking system kit is assembled using appropriate sources of information

2.3 Braking system kit is installed using installation procedures that comply with manufacturer specifications, tolerances and adjustment requirements

3. Test braking system

3.1 Test information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer specifications

3.2 System tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.3 Braking system assembly and test results are recorded

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Tools and equipment are cleaned, inspected for defects and stored according to workplace procedures

4.2 Faulty tools and equipment are identified, tagged and reported according to workplace procedures

4.3 Workplace documentation is completed according to workplace procedures

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

identify workplace procedures and work health and safety (WHS) requirements

interpret job instructions and braking system manufacturer specifications

follow assembly specifications.

Writing skills to:

legibly record braking system test results

complete faulty equipment tags.

Numeracy skills to:

measure components and equipment to determine compliance with specifications.

Oral communication skills to:

refer tool, equipment and machinery faults to supervisor.

Planning and organising skills to:

identify and prepare braking system kits

identify and prepare assembly equipment and work area

conduct braking system tests.

Problem-solving skills to:

solve problems when braking system tests do not comply with specifications.

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 must include:

cutting, measuring, lifting, brake bleeding and test equipment

hand tools and power tools.

Workplace procedures must include:

quality guidelines

recording and reporting

use of equipment

environmental requirements

WHS requirements to assemble and install braking system kits.

Sources of information must include:

customer requirements

manufacturer specifications

Vehicle Standards Bulleting 6 (VSB6) National Code of Practice - Heavy Vehicle Modifications

workplace procedures to assemble and install braking system kits.