Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to wash, clean and dry a vehicle underbody and its components. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using cleaning equipment, cleaning products and materials, protecting underbody components during cleaning process, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive detailing 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 clean vehicle underbody | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Manufacturer recommended cleaning methods, workplace procedures, and cleaning material safety data sheets (SDS) are sourced and interpreted 1.3 Cleaning materials are selected, inspected for quality and suitability, and required quantities are calculated 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 is planned to identify cleaning methods, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle |
2. Wash and clean vehicle underbody | 2.1 Cleaning tools, equipment and underbody component protective products are used according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements 2.2 Vehicle underbody and components are washed and cleaned according to manufacturer recommended methods, and without causing damage to vehicle’s electrical or mechanical components or systems 2.3 Washing and cleaning are completed according to customer requirements, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements |
3. Dry vehicle underbody components | 3.1 Drying processes and equipment are selected and used according to workplace procedures and customer requirements 3.2 Vehicle underbody and components are dried according to workplace procedures, manufacturer recommended methods and customer requirements, and without causing damage to system or components 3.3 Vehicle unit and system components are inspected and tested to ensure normal operation after the washing and drying process |
4. Complete work processes | 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 4.4 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:
clean vehicle underbody and components on three different vehicles.
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 cleaning vehicle underbody, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
using tools and equipment
using safety data sheets (SDS) for cleaning products
handling and storing cleaning material
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials and cleaning chemicals
methods and techniques for cleaning vehicle underbody and components, including:
cleaning products and materials and their recommended applications
cleaning equipment type and correct use
washing and cleaning methods and procedures
drying methods and procedures
procedures for protecting vehicle electrical and mechanical components and systems during cleaning process
procedures for final inspection and test procedures prior to vehicle handover.
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 vehicle underbodies that they have cleaned, e.g. work 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:
automotive detailing workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
PPE required to clean vehicle underbodies
SDS for cleaning products
materials required to wash and clean vehicle underbodies and components
three different vehicles requiring underbody and components to be cleaned
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for cleaning and drying vehicle underbodies.
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. |
Oral communication skills to: | clarify instructions and procedures clearly report issues or outcomes. |
Planning and organising skills to: | plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed within workplace timeframes. |
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.
Safety and environmental requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE using tools and equipment using SDS for cleaning products handling and storing cleaning material environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials and cleaning chemicals. |
Sectors
Technical - Body
Competency Field
Vehicle Body