Application
Work applies to heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyre assemblies and vehicles and may include inspecting wheels and tyre assemblies on or off the vehicle. |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for inspection | 1.1. Workplace instructions are used to determine job requirements relating to inspecting heavy commercial vehicles wheels and tyres 1.2. Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements are observed and applied throughout the work 1.3. Procedures and information relating to heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyre assemblies are sourced and interpreted 1.4. Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and prepared |
2. Inspect wheels and tyre assemblies to determine condition | 2.1. Work area is checked to ensure safe working conditions 2.2. Wheels and wheel attachments, tyre condition and inflation fittings are inspected according to workplace or manufacturer requirements and without causing damage to components or systems 2.3. Inspection results are compared with manufacturer and component supplier specifications 2.4. Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments |
3. Clean up work area and finalise work processes | 3.1. Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace expectations 3.2. Documentation is completed according to workplace procedures |
Required Skills
Required skills |
communication skills to: clarify workplace instructions and determine job requirements gain information from appropriate persons and assistance as required learning skills to identify sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge literacy skills to read, interpret and follow information on written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents follow workplace documentation, such as codes of practice or operating procedures document work performed during inspection operations numeracy skills to interpret numerical information printed on tyres planning and organising skills to ensure tasks are completed within an acceptable timeframe problem-solving skills to seek information and assistance as required to solve problems self-management skills to: select and use appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures follow workplace documentation, such as codes of practice or operating procedures teamwork skills to apply knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks technical skills to use workplace tools and equipment relating to the inspection of heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyres technology skills to use technology to collect and provide information |
Required knowledge |
WHS regulations, requirements, equipment and material, and personal safety requirements dangers of working with tyres and air pressure dangers associated with split and multi-piece wheel rims workplace safety procedures related to heavy commercial vehicle movements and pedestrian traffic vehicle wheel and tyre terminology, including types of rim and tyre construction and tyre coding inspection procedures of heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyre assemblies |
Evidence Required
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 select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances inspect a range of heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyres according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements record results of inspection according to 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 must be made available for the assessment of this unit: workplace location or simulated workplace heavy commercial vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies relevant to the qualification being sought tools and equipment appropriate for the inspection of heavy commercial vehicle tyres and wheel assemblies specifications and work 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. 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. |
Job requirements may include: | heavy commercial vehicle wheels and tyre assembly inspection methods, processes and equipment. |
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: | workplace procedures related to the identification and fitting of tyres and rims for specific heavy applications tyre manufacturer technical information vehicle and equipment operator manuals charts, tables, graphics, work bulletins vehicle workshop manuals Australian Standards for heavy commercial vehicle rims and tyres Australian Design Rules as they relate to heavy commercial vehicle rims and tyres. |
Wheels and wheel attachments may include: | single and dual configurations wheel nuts wheel caps or trims axle and bearing fittings one-piece rims split rims and attachments locking rings. |
Tyre condition may include: | tread depth tread wear patterns flat spots cuts and damage sidewall condition separation delamination under-inflation over-inflation deformation penetrations. |
Documentation may include: | job card or work order workplace computerised or written customer records and invoice. |
Sectors
Mechanical – Heavy Vehicle | |
Unit sector | Technical – Wheels and Tyres |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.