The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, testing of systems and analysis of test results, repair of petrol fuel system components and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.

This unit of competence should be contextualised to the qualification to which it is being applied.

The unit covers repair procedures appropriate to two stroke and/or four stroke, spark ignition fuel systems in light vehicle, heavy vehicles, motorcycles, marine craft and outdoor power equipment.

Work requires individuals to demonstrate judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities and contributing to a productive team environment.

Work is carried out in accordance with award provisions.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare to undertake petrol fuel system repair

1.1. Nature and scope of work requirements are identified and confirmed

1.2. OH&S requirements, including individual State/Territory regulatory requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work

1.3. Procedures and information such as workshop manuals and specifications, and tooling, are sourced

1.4. Method options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected and prepared

1.5. Technical and/or calibration requirements for repairs are sourced and support equipment is identified and prepared

1.6. Warnings in relation to working with petrol are observed

2. Test fuel systems and analyse results

2.1. Methods for conducting tests are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer/ component supplier specifications

2.2. Component test results are compared with manufacturer/ component supplier specifications to indicate compliance or non-compliance

2.3. Results are documented with evidence and supporting information and recommendation(s) made

2.4. Report is forwarded to persons for action in accordance with workplace procedures

3. Repair petrol fuel system components

3.1. Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications

3.2. Repairs and adjustments of fuel system/components are carried out in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications

3.3. Petrol fuel system component repairs are completed without causing damage to any component or system

3.4. Adjustments made during the repair are in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications

3.5. Engine is run and fuel system tested for correct operation

4. Prepare fuel system for normal operation

4.1. Repair is documented

4.2. Final inspection is made to ensure work is completed to workplace expectations

4.3. Job card is processed in accordance with workplace procedures

Required skills

apply analytical skills for identification and analysis of technical information

apply plain English literacy and communication skills in relation to dealing with customers and team members

apply questioning and active listening skills for example when obtaining information from customers

apply oral communication skills sufficient to convey information and concepts to customers

apply planning and organising skills to own work activities, including making good use of time and resources, sorting out priorities and monitoring own performance

interact effectively with other persons both on a one-to-one basis and in groups, including understanding and responding to the needs of a customer and working effectively as a member of a team to achieve a shared goal

establish safe and effective work processes which anticipate and/or resolve problems and downtime, to systematically develop solutions to avoid or minimise reworking and avoid wastage

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly calculate time, assess tolerances, apply accurate measurements, calculate material requirements and establish quality checks

use workplace technology related to the repair of petrol fuel systems, including the use of measuring equipment, computerised technology and communication devices and the documenting/recording of results

Required knowledge

A working knowledge of:

OH&S regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements

dangers of working with petrol

petrol pump and carburettor construction and operation

types and layout of service/repair manuals (hard copy and electronic)

repair procedures

testing and adjusting procedures

Australian Design Rules

enterprise quality procedures

work organisation and planning processes

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:

observing safety procedures and requirements

communicating effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

selecting methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

completing preparatory activity in a systematic manner

interpreting test results

conducting repair, involving a range of system components, in accordance with workplace and manufacturer/component supplier requirements

presentation of work to customer in compliance with workplace requirements

completing workplace records

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

material relevant to the repair of petrol fuel systems

equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to the repair of petrol fuel systems

activities covering mandatory task requirements

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the automotive industry's RS&R Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role

Guidance information for assessment

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Fuel system components

Fuel system components are to include basic EFI and/or carburettors (all positions, electronic, fixed venturi, variable venturi), mechanical and/or electrical fuel pumps, engine shutdown systems and electronic/mechanical fuel injectors and associated basic fuel injection components

Repair methods

Repair methods are to include aural, visual and functional assessments (including damage, corrosion, fluid levels, leaks, wear and safety aspects)

OH&S

OH&S requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of material, use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies and practices

Safe operating procedures

Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to operational risk assessment and treatments associated with vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and site visitors

Emergency procedures

Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may not be limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment, extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and site evacuation

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements are to include but are not limited to waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management

Quality requirements

Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to regulations, including Australian Standards, internal company quality policy and standards and enterprise operations and procedures

Statutory/regulatory authorities

Statutory/regulatory authorities may include Federal, State/Territory and local authorities administering acts, regulations and codes of practice

Tooling and equipment

Tooling and equipment may include hand tooling, power tooling, specialist tooling for removal/replacement, adjustment and testing equipment, including hand-held meters, engine analysers, exhaust gas analysers, fuel pump testers, emission testers and pressure testers

Materials

Materials may include fuels, spare parts and cleaning materials

Communications

Communications are to include, but are not limited to verbal and visual instructions and fault documenting and may include site specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers

Information/documents

Sources of information/documents may include:

verbal or written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules/plans/specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets, diagrams or sketches

safe work procedures related to repairing petrol fuel systems

regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to automotive industry, including Australian Design Rules

engineer's design specifications and instructions

organisation work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons

Australian Standards

Unit sector

Technical

This unit contains employability skills.