Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release 1 |
New unit of competency. |
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to assemble bicycles from a semi-assembled state. It involves preparing for the work, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, selecting bicycle components, assembling bicycle frames, fitting, adjusting and testing bicycle components and accessories, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the bicycle retail, service and repair industry.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Bicycle
Unit Sector
Technical
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 assemble bicycle |
1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Bicycle manufacturer assembly specifications and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) product safety standards relating to bicycles are accessed and interpreted 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.4 Assembly tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability 1.5 Work area is prepared and work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently |
2. Select components |
2.1 Components are selected according to job specifications 2.2 Components are removed from packaging and inspected for quality 2.3 Components identified as damaged or faulty are listed and reported to appropriate personnel according to workplace procedures |
3. Fit, test and adjust components |
3.1 Components are fitted to bicycle frame according to assembly plan, manufacturer specifications, and safety and environmental requirements , and without causing damage to components or systems 3.2 Components are lubricated and torque and tensions are adjusted according to manufacturer assembly specifications 3.3 Assembled bicycle is inspected and tested for correct tension of components and operation, and adjusted as required according to workplace procedures 3.4 Assembly is checked to ensure it complies with ACCC product safety standards |
4. Complete work processes |
4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and bicycle is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, 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.
Safety and environmental requirements must include: |
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Assembly must include: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Equivalent to AURBTA2003 Assemble bicycles
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1