Release 

Comment 

Release 1

New unit of competency

Release 2

Updated to correct data

Release 3

Minor changes to elements, foundation skills, performance evidence and knowledge evidence

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 for inspection of tyre

1.1 Australian standards for earthmoving and OTR tyres, workplace procedures and safety information are identified and interpreted

1.2 Site and task hazards are identified and control measures determined

1.3 Initial workplace documentation for tyre inspection is completed

1.4 Tyre is prepared and cleaned for inspection

1.5 Tyre is positioned and secured for inspection

2. Inspect tyre

2.1 Extent and nature of internal and external tyre damage are identified

2.2 Damage is categorised in line with Australian standards

2.3 Repairable and non-repairable damage and extent of repairs are identified

2.4 Overall repairability of tyre is determined

3. Carry out minor repair

3.1 Information on appropriate manufacturer instructions and Australian standards is accessed and interpreted

3.2 Task hazards and risks are identified, and risk controls are applied to equipment to be used

3.3 Minor repair to tyre is carried out according to workplace procedures, manufacturer instructions and Australian standards

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Workplace documentation relating to tyre repair is completed

4.2 Inspection documentation is completed according to Australian standards

4.3 Tyre is stored according to workplace procedures

4.4 Work area is cleared and waste materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to workplace procedures

Skills 

Description 

Learning skills to:

• identify information and assistance in manufacturer instructions and Australian standards relating to the inspection and repair of earthmoving and OTR tyres

Reading skills to:

• read and interpret information in:

• written Australian standards, workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
• charts, lists, drawings and other applicable documents.

Writing skills to:

• document required repair actions
• complete inspection documentation.

Oral communication skills to:

• ask questions to clarify instructions and procedures
• report inspection and repair results.

Numeracy skills to:

• read and interpret metric and imperial systems of measurement.
• read and interpret mathematical information, including charts and drawings
• use specialist tools and measuring equipment, including:
• gauges
• pressure testing guns.

Digital literacy skills to:

• use workplace computerised technology and tools relating to the inspection and repair of earthmoving and OTR tyres.

Initiative skills to:

• plan and prioritise own work to achieve required outcomes.

Planning and organising skills to:

• select and use appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures when inspecting and repairing tyres
• recognise own limitations when selecting and using tools and equipment and seek timely advice.

Problem-solving skills to:

• seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
• identify tyre condition and determine repair requirements.

Release 

Comment 

Release 1

New unit of competency

Release 2

Updated to correct data

Release 3

Minor changes to elements, foundation skills, performance evidence and knowledge evidence