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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for work
  2. Inspect motorcycle and determine work requirement
  3. Perform minor adjustments
  4. Clean up work area and finalise work processes

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to

clarify workplace instructions and determine job requirements

gain information from appropriate persons and assistance as required

literacy skills

reading skills to the level required to understand information relating to work orders including common industry terminology work plans and safety procedures

writing skills to prepare reports and interpret technical information and specifications

numeracy skills to correctly interpret metric and nonmetric systems of measurement

planning and organising skills to

identify risk factors to minimise risk to self and others

contribute to activities which implement and follow standard workplace procedures

problemsolving skills to

identify technical and procedural problems

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person

selfmanagement skills to

locate and identify appropriate tools and equipment

recognise limitations and seek timely advice

follow basic workplace documentation such as maintenance procedures

teamwork skills to

work with others and in a team by cooperating with team members

technical skills to

apply technical information related to motorcycle componentry and maintenance procedures

select and use appropriate tools and equipment

technology skills to

use workplace technology to assist with work practices

Required knowledge

WHS regulations requirements equipment and material and personal safety requirements

motorcycle terminology

methods of sourcing information relevant to adjusting motorcycles

motorcycle inspection procedures

motorcycle adjustment procedures including the use of tools and equipment

motorcycle postadjustment testing procedures

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge 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

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

preform a range of adjustment tasks on a minimum of three different motorcycles with real or simulated adjustment requirements according to workplace manufacturer and component supplier requirements

complete workplace documentation

present motorcycle in a condition that complies with workplace 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 should be made available

workplace location or simulated workplace

motorcycles and motorcycle components

equipment hand and power tools and specialised repair tools and equipment appropriate to adjusting motorcycle

specifications and 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


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. 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.

Job requirements may include:

motorcycle inspection and adjustment methods, processes and equipment.

Motorcycles may include:

road and touring

enduro

agricultural

motocross

trials

scooters and mopeds

2 stroke and 4 stroke.

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.

Minor adjustments may include:

brakes

clutch

suspension and steering

engine, attachments and controls

chain tension

foot controls

handlebars and controls

accessories.

Appropriate tools may include

hand tools

hand, power and air tools

specialised motorcycle repair tools

floor stands, workbench.

Documentation may include:

warranty information

job card or work order

workplace computerised or written customer records and invoice.