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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to fabricate exhaust system component
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Fabrication procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Fabrication options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Fabricate and test component
   • Component material is selected and sourced according to job requirements
   • Material is shaped, machined and welded as required using approved methods and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements
   • Component is measured to ensure compliance with specifications
   • Component fabrication is completed according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to any component or system
   • Component is tested according to workplace procedures and job requirements
3. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and component is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace expectations
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
4. Prepare to fabricate exhaust system component
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Fabrication procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Fabrication options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
5. Fabricate and test component
   • Component material is selected and sourced according to job requirements
   • Material is shaped, machined and welded as required using approved methods and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements
   • Component is measured to ensure compliance with specifications
   • Component fabrication is completed according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to any component or system
   • Component is tested according to workplace procedures and job requirements
6. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and component is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace expectations
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) using tools and equipment safely handling fabrication equipment using welding equipment controlling hazards, including abnormal noise and hazardous fumes.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

fabricate two different exhaust systems, in which the work must involve:

manufacturing flanges

pipe bending

joining components by welding.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to fabricating exhaust systems and components, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using tools and equipment

safely handling fabrication equipment

using welding equipment

controlling hazards, including abnormal noise and hazardous fumes

operating principles of exhaust systems, including scavenging and back pressure

application, purpose and operation of exhaust systems, including:

mufflers

extractor pipes

catalytic converters

diesel particulate filters

exhaust component fabrication, including:

pipe bending

flange manufacture

welding techniques

exhaust fabrication tools, including:

exhaust pipe benders

pipe cutters

formers

welding equipment

exhaust system and component testing procedures.

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