ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Prepare to remove and replace vehicle front suspension springs

1.1 Safety requirements are sourced and interpreted

1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle suspensionto be worked on is identified

1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for removing and replacing suspension springs are sourced and interpreted

1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor

1.5 Tools and equipment required for suspension spring removal and replacement are identified according to manufacturer specifications

2. Remove and inspect front suspension springs

2.1 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements

2.2 Vehicle is prepared for suspension springs removal according to workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.3 Front suspension springs are removed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

2.4 Front suspension spring components are arranged, identified and inspected according to manufacturer specifications

2.5 Results of inspecting front suspension spring components are recorded

3. Replace front suspension springs

3.1 Front suspension components are prepared for assembly

3.2 Front suspension is assembled according to workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools and equipment

3.3 Vehicle ride height is checked according to manufacturer specifications

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and vehicle is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Skills

Description

Learning skills to:

locate appropriate sources of vehicle suspension system information and suspension spring removal and replacement procedures.

Reading skills to:

select and interpret key information from manufacturer specifications, safety requirements and workplace procedures to safely remove and replace vehicle front suspension springs

select and interpret key information from workplace procedures to ensure a clean and safe work site.

Writing skills to:

legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation using correct industry terminology and conventions.

Oral communication skills to:

participate effectively in verbal exchanges using questioning and active listening to request, clarify and clearly convey information.

Numeracy skills to:

read and interpret numerical information in suspension system information

use specialist tools and measuring equipment correctly, including tape measures, and report and record the results correctly using relevant mathematical symbols and conventions (e.g. mm for millimeters)

use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction to calculate length.

Planning and organising skills to:

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes.

Self-management skills to:

recognise own limitations when selecting and using tools and equipment and seek timely advice.

Problem-solving skills to:

identify potential or actual hazards and take action to minimise risk

refer problems that cannot be readily resolved and seek assistance from workplace supervisor.

Technology skills to:

set up and operate equipment and tools required to remove and replace vehicle front suspension springs.

Safety requirements must include:

information about key aspects of work health and safety (WHS), occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements, including:

use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, ear protection and safety footwear

use of hand tools and lifting equipment.

Tools, equipment and materials must include:

automotive hand tools

lifting and supporting equipment

related special tools, including spring compressors.

Front suspension spring must include:

front suspension springs from one of the following:

passenger or light commercial vehicle

motor cycle

constructed vehicle.