Unit of competency
Modification History
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Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The CNG fuel systems include those of agricultural machinery, forklifts, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles or mobile plant machinery.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Competency Field
Mechanical Miscellaneous
Unit Sector
Technical – Alternative Fuels
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to inspect and service CNG fuel system |
1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Servicing information is sourced and interpreted 1.3 Hazards associated with work are identified and risks are managed according to safety and environmental requirements 1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability |
2. Inspect CNG fuel system |
2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, safety requirements, and AS/NZS 2739 Natural gas (NG) fuel systems for vehicle engines 2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments |
3. Service CNG fuel system |
3.1 Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, AS/NZS 2739, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 3.2 Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures |
4. Complete work processes |
4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and vehicle or system is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Range of Conditions
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.
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Unit Mapping Information
Equivalent to AURTTL3001 Inspect and service CNG fuel systems
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1