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Carry out heavy vehicle wheel alignment operations

Carry out heavy vehicle wheel alignment operations

Unit of competency
National Code
AURHTD104
State Code
OCJ70
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out heavy vehicle wheel alignment operations. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements, preparing for the work, carrying out pre-alignment inspection, performing heavy vehicle wheel alignment, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those who work in the automotive service and repair industry. The wheel alignment operations include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles or mobile plant machinery. The unit does not apply to light vehicles, light commercial vehicles or motorcycles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to carry out heavy vehicle wheel alignment
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Obtain and interpret heavy vehicle wheel alignment pre-check information
  • 1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.4 Identify tools and equipment required for the job and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures
2. Carry out heavy vehicle wheel alignment pre-checks
  • 2.1 Test vehicle according to workplace procedures and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Complete vehicle wheel alignment pre-check according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 2.3 Identify and report faults according to workplace procedures
3. Carry out vehicle wheel alignment activities
  • 3.1 Obtain and interpret heavy vehicle wheel alignment information
  • 3.2 Connect wheel alignment measuring equipment to vehicle according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Carry out wheel alignment and record readings
  • 3.4 Carry out corrective adjustments to wheel according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 3.5 Re-check wheel alignment and confirm accuracy of adjustments
  • 3.6 Record post-adjustment wheel alignment readings according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
  • 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXD39 AURHTD004 Carry out heavy vehicle wheel alignment operations Unit of competency