Elements and Performance Criteria

The range of contexts for this unit of competency include:
Body Construction
Aluminium Die Casting
Iron Foundry Operations
Engine Machining
Spray Painting
Automotive Plastics
Stamping & Press Operations
Fabrication Hardware
Trim Manufacture
Vehicle Assembly
Warehousing
Engine Assembly
Seat Frame Manufacture

Examples of selection procedures include, but not exclusively:
Matching part numbers to the model/code under construction
Enterprise specifications for selection of materials/components may include size, shape, tolerances, critical measurements
Identification of bin/batch numbers and codes
Checking materials/components against requirements of production schedules/supply requisition

Inspection of materials and components may include, but not exclusively:
Inspection for defects that may cause the manufactured components to be faulty on completion
Inspection to ensure surfaces are cleaned and dried to the required state as determined by the standard operating procedures
Visual inspection
Measuring, gauging, weighing
Checking for correct part names/codes/numbers
Checking colour of paint meets the requirements of the job sheets

NB - Defects may be surface, structural or other

Preparation may include, but not exclusively:
Cleaning and preparation of surfaces
Weighing and measuring materials to specified amounts
Removal of external packaging
Cleaning of surfaces
Cleaning with solvents or air blowers
Mixing paint
Masking off of bodies
Application of lubricants to parts to ensure ease of fitting during assembly operations

Loading procedures may include, but not exclusively:
Matching materials/components to equipment on the basis of part numbers and codes
Alignment of components/materials with predetermined points on machinery
Secure clamping of materials/components to prevent movement and distortion and minimise waste, as specified in standard operating procedures

Examples of processes include, but are not restricted to:
Welding sub-assemblies
Fitting hang-on components
Fitting dies to die boxes
Pouring aluminium
Machining parts
Applying paint
Cutting blanks
Assembling components to form sub-assemblies
Fitting parts to bodies
Assembly of parts
Parts processing in a warehouse

Finishing may include but is not restricted to:
Final finish by grinding, metal finishing, panel flanging and hemming, hand filing, sanding
Adjustment to tolerances
Application of adhesives and sealants to ensure components are securely joined and free of leaks
Nuts, bolts and screws tensioned to the specification

Regulations, policies and procedures may include, but are not restricted to:
Enterprise regulations, policies and procedures including enterprise OH&S and environmental policy and procedures
ISO standards (Quality Management and Environmental)
Vehicle Industry OH&S Award
OH&S Legislation
Environmental Management Legislation
Standard operating procedures
Suppliers operating instruction manuals
Enterprise production process sheets
Enterprise production schedules
Enterprise supply requisition procedures/forms
Enterprise inventory control procedures (paper or computer based)

Context:
Assessment must take place in accordance with the endorsed Assessment Guidelines for the Automotive Industry
Assessment of the underpinning knowledge should be combined with assessment of the skill.
Assessment of the underpinning knowledge may take place on- or off-the-job.
Assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process.

Critical Aspects of Evidence to be Considered:
Competency must be demonstrated in a number of workplace situations based on the agreed enterprise rotation plan.
Demonstration of this competency must be in accordance with relevant OH&S and Environmental legislation and enterprise policies and procedures.
The assessment of this competency should take into consideration the culture of the enterprise and the enterprise-based attitudinal requirements of the trainee. These will vary from enterprise to enterprise.

Concurrent Assessment:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following units of competency:
Receive and dispatch materials/components/parts and equipment/tools
Prepare and use/operate equipment, tools and/or machinery
Monitor and maintain workplace environment.

At the same time, evidence for the assessment of this unit will be gathered during the assessment of the following units of competency:
Manage personal work priorities
Monitor and maintain continuous improvement systems and processes
Monitor and maintain equipment, tools and machinery
Maintain effective workplace relationships
Work effectively with others and in teams.

Underpinning Knowledge:
The following underpinning knowledge is common across the range of areas listed in the Range Statement:

Relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental regulations and enterprise policies and procedures needed to carry out work in a manner which ensures the safety of people, equipment and the environment. The specific regulations will vary according to the area of operation.

Relevant Quality measurement tools for the area of operation to ensure the quality of the product and/or process.

Underpinning Skill, Knowledge and Attitude:
Underpinning skill, knowledge and attitudes for each unit of competency in each work area, and for specific job roles within work areas, will differ between enterprises, and will alter from time to time depending on factors such as changes in equipment, technology and culture.

Before skill, knowledge and attitudes development and assessment of the trainee begins, key operators in the area, in conjunction with trainers, union representatives and other stakeholders, must list the underpinning knowledge, skill and attitudes required to perform the unit competently (to standard). This will be used as a guide for training and assessment.

Resource Implications:
The resource required for this competency is a passenger vehicle manufacturing plant.