Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work
- Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including job sheets, quality and quantity of material
- Job specifications are read and interpreted
- OHS requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- Material for repairs and replacements are selected and inspected for quality
- Correct hand and power tooling and safety equipment are selected and checked for safe use
- Products are determined to minimise waste material
- Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job
- Prepare components/ wiring/circuits, tooling and equipment for soldering
- Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- Materials/components to be joined are cleaned and solder/flux combinations identified
- Soldering equipment is prepared/cleaned
- Preparation is completed without causing damage to vehicle or component
- Preparation activities are carried out according to a standard that meets industry regulations/guidelines, OHS, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies
- Carry out soldering of components/wiring/ circuits
- Correct information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- Soldering is completed without causing damage to vehicle or component
- Soldering joint is tested prior to placing into service
- Soldering activities are carried out according to a standard that meets industry regulations/guidelines, OHS, legislation and enterprise policy/procedures
- Clean up work area and maintain equipment
- Material that can be reused is collected and stored
- Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures
- Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable conditions in accordance with workplace procedures
- Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace
- Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications and site procedures
- Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures