Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to service bicycle hydraulic braking systems. It involves preparing for the work, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, planning, servicing and testing the bicycle braking system, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the bicycle retail, service and repair industry.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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 service bicycle hydraulic braking system | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and other relevant technical information are accessed and interpreted 1.3 Condition of bicycle hydraulic braking system is inspected, using visual and physical methods and compared with manufacturer specifications 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.5 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability 1.6 Work area is prepared and service sequence, including post-service testing, is planned to avoid damage to bicycle, minimise waste and use time efficiently |
2. Carry out service of braking system | 2.1 Hydraulic braking system is serviced according to work plan and safety and environmental requirements 2.2 Hydraulic braking system specifications are checked according to workplace procedures 2.3 Operation of serviced braking system is tested through its full range and adjustments are made as required 2.4 Results and quality issues are reported to authorised personnel as required |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and bicycle is presented ready for use 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Evidence of Performance
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:
service, adjust and test three different bicycle hydraulic braking systems
during work on the above three bicycles, service the following:
master cylinder
hydraulic lines and linkages
cantilever, disc and drum brakes
integrated brake and gear levers.
Evidence of Knowledge
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to servicing bicycle hydraulic braking systems, including procedures for:
manually handling bicycles and their systems
identifying workplace hazards
using tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE)
identifying safe location for testing brakes
environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials
bicycle braking system terminology
application, purpose and function of bicycle hydraulic braking system principles
key features of hydraulic braking system components, including:
master cylinder
hydraulic lines and linkages
hydraulic fluid
cantilever, disc and drum brakes
integrated brake and gear levers
types and use of tools and equipment used to service bicycle hydraulic braking systems
techniques and processes for servicing bicycle hydraulic braking systems, including:
identification of bicycle hydraulic brake components, materials and specifications
fault identification
bicycle measuring techniques
hydraulic brake servicing and adjustment techniques
hydraulic brake testing procedures
servicing options, including:
on- and off-site servicing
servicing and adjusting hydraulic braking system components
upgrading braking components.
Assessment Conditions
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 bicycle hydraulic braking systems that they have serviced, e.g. service 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:
bicycle workplace or simulated workplace, including location to test bicycle braking system
workplace instructions detailing job requirements
PPE required to service bicycle hydraulic braking systems
manufacturer or brake component specifications and technical information for hydraulic braking system
three different bicycles with the hydraulic braking system components specified in the performance evidence and requiring servicing
tools and equipment appropriate for servicing bicycle hydraulic braking systems.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skills | Description |
Learning skills to: | locate appropriate sources of information efficiently. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation, including service reports. |
Numeracy skills to: | identify and calculate bicycle hydraulic brake setting adjustments from specifications. |
Problem solving skills to: | identify faults, quality issues and potential problems associated with bicycle hydraulic braking systems during service activities. |
Technology skills to: | use specialist bicycle tools and equipment in line with 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.
Hydraulic braking system must include: | master cylinder hydraulic lines and linkages hydraulic fluid cantilever, disc and drum brakes integrated brake and gear levers. |
Safety and environmental requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: manually handling bicycles and their systems identifying workplace hazards using tools and equipment, including PPE identifying safe location for testing brakes environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of waste materials. |
Sectors
Technical - Brakes
Competency Field
Bicycle