Unit of competency Outline

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Select heavy vehicle tyres and rims for specific applications

Select heavy vehicle tyres and rims for specific applications

Unit of competency
National Code
AURHTJ2002
State Code
WF155
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/01/2013
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/07/2014
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
01/07/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select heavy vehicle tyres and rims to suit specific applications. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements, preparing for work, selecting tyres and rims and completing work finalisation processes.Licencing, 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 select tyres and rims for specific applications
  • 1.1. Workplace instructions are used to determine job requirements
  • 1.2. Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements are observed and applied throughout the work
  • 1.3. Procedures and information for selecting tyres and rims are sourced
2. Select tyre and rims for specific applications
  • 2.1. Information required for selecting heavy vehicle tyres and rims is accessed from manufacturer and component supplier specifications and correctly interpreted
  • 2.2. Tyre and rim options are analysed to identify technical compliance and economic benefits
  • 2.3. Selection procedures are carried out according to legislation, industry and workplace policies
  • 2.4. Selected products are those which most closely meet customer requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
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, 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.
Workplace instructions may include:
computer-generated instructions
verbal instructions
written instructions.
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:
are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures
may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Procedures and information may include:
verbal or written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules, plans, specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets, diagrams or sketches
regulatory and 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
heavy vehicle service requirements and repair manuals.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, required Skills and Knowledge, the 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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
observe safety procedures and requirements
access and interpret information required for selecting tyres and rims
select a range of heavy vehicle tyres and rims for heavy vehicle according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:
workplace location or simulated workplace
heavy vehicles with tyres and rims relevant to the qualification being sought
equipment and material suitable for sourcing information related to selecting heavy vehicle tyres and rims
workplace instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5013 AURT217985A Fit tyres and rims for specific applications (heavy) Unit of competency
W5072 AURT317968A Identify and fit tyres and rims for specific applications (heavy) Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AXD26 AURHTJ002 Select heavy vehicle tyres, wheels and rims for specific applications Unit of competency