Modification History
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Comment |
Release 1 |
Replaces AURB316646A Repair/overhaul bicycle suspension systems Unit code updated to meet policy requirements. Minor changes to unit title Reference to OHS legislation replaced with new WHS legislation |
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, plan, and safely repair, overhaul and test bicycle suspension systems. It requires the ability to understand specifications and use specialist tools and equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to individuals who undertake the inspection, repair/overhaul and testing of mechanical, air and hydraulic bicycle suspension systems in a bicycle retail, service and repair environment. It includes installation, replacement and repair or overhaul of components on all bicycle types. Work requires individuals to demonstrate some judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities and contributing to a productive team environment. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Inspect bicycle suspension system |
1.1. Inspect bicycle suspension system for faults and worn or damaged components 1.2. Determine repairs by visual, aural and tactile inspections and measurements 1.3. Compare conditions found with bicycle suspension system specifications and customer use requirements 1.4. Identify repair and replacement options for bicycle suspension system following workplace procedures 1.5. Document and cost repairs and replacements and obtain customer approval for work to be undertaken |
2. Prepare for repair of bicycle suspension system |
2.1. Plan repair and overhaul sequence, including post-repair testing and checking process 2.2. Determine availability of tooling and equipment 2.3. Prepare parts list and determine availability of replacement components 2.4. Identify additional persons to assist in repair process and make arrangements 2.5. Select tooling and equipment to meet job requirements and check to ensure they are in good working order |
3. Repair, overhaul and test bicycle suspension system |
3.1. Perform repair/overhaul of bicycle suspension system according to plan 3.2. Use personal safety equipment and precautions to protect others in the workplace 3.3. Handle and use tooling and equipment in accordance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements 3.4. Check customer requirements and bicycle suspension system specifications following repair/overhaul procedures 3.5. Operate repaired bicycle suspension system through full range, noting test results, including non-conformity 3.6. Check repaired bicycle suspension system, complete adjustments and alignments, and prepare unit for delivery |
4. Complete work and clean up |
4.1. Store portable tooling and equipment in approved designated areas 4.2. Update workplace records, customer file and warranty information as required by enterprise 4.3. Clean up work area and dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. 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. |
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Suspension systems |
Suspension systems may include:
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Service items |
Service items may include:
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Tooling and equipment |
Tooling and equipment may include:
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Materials |
Materials may include:
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Testing |
Testing is to confirm:
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Information /documents |
Information/documents may include:
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WHS requirements |
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
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Legislative requirements |
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:
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Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements may include:
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Quality requirements |
Quality requirements may include:
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Organisational policies and procedures |
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Bicycle |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Technical - Steering and Suspension |