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 to remove and replace clutch assembly

1.1 Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted

1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and clutch assembly to be worked on is identified

1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for clutch assembly removal and replacement are sourced and interpreted

1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor

1.5 Tools and equipment required for removing and replacing clutch assembly are identified according to manufacturer specifications

2. Remove clutch assembly

2.1 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements

2.2 Clutch assembly is removed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

2.3 Clutch components are identified and inspected according to manufacturer specifications

2.4 Clutch assembly component inspection results are recorded

3. Replace clutch assembly

3.1 Clutch assembly components are prepared for assembly

3.2 Clutch is replaced according to safety and environmental requirements, workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

3.3 Clutch assembly finger height is measured and compared to manufacturer specifications

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and clutch assembly is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Skills

Description

Learning skills to:

locate appropriate sources of vehicle clutch assembly information and clutch assembly removal and replacement procedures.

Reading skills to:

select and interpret key information from manufacturer specifications, safety requirements and workplace procedures to safely remove and replace clutch assemblies

select and interpret key information from environmental requirements and workplace procedures to ensure a clean and safe work site.

Writing skills to:

legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation using correct industry terminology and conventions.

Oral communication skills to:

participate effectively in verbal exchanges using questioning and active listening to request, clarify and clearly convey information.

Numeracy skills to:

read and interpret numerical information in clutch system information

use specialist tools and measuring equipment correctly, including verniers and torque wrenches, and report and record the results correctly using relevant mathematical symbols and conventions (e.g. mm for millimeters)

use basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, to calculate length and clearances.

Planning and organising skills to:

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes.

Self-management skills to:

recognise own limitations when selecting and using tools and equipment and seek timely advice.

Problem-solving skills to:

identify potential or actual hazards and take action to minimise risk

refer problems that cannot be readily resolved and seek assistance from workplace supervisor.

Technology skills to:

set up and operate equipment and tools required to remove and replace a clutch assembly.

Safety and environmental requirementsmust include:

information about key aspects of work health and safety (WHS), occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements, including:

use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, ear protection and safety footwear

use of hand tools and lifting equipment

application of procedures for handling used transmission fluid and asbestos-based products, including brake dust.

Tools, equipment and materials must include:

automotive hand tools

transmission lifting equipment

clutch aligning tool

cleaning agents.

Clutch assembly must include:

the complete clutch assembly from one of the following:

passenger or light commercial motor vehicle

heavy vehicle

motorcycle

constructed vehicle.