Release 

Comment 

Release 1

New unit of competency

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 brake assemblies

1.1 Safety and environmental requirements  are sourced and interpreted

1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and vehicle brake assemblies to be worked on are identified

1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for brake assemblies removal and replacement 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 removing and replacing brake assemblies are identified according to manufacturer specifications

2. Remove and inspect brake assemblies

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 brake assemblies removal according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements

2.3 Brake assemblies  are removed according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

2.4 Brake assemblies’ components are arranged, identified and inspected according to manufacturer specifications

2.5 Brake assemblies’ inspection results are recorded

3. Replace brake assemblies

3.1 Brake assemblies are prepared for replacement

3.2 Brake assemblies are replaced according to workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components, tools or equipment

3.3 Brake assemblies are adjusted and bled

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 braking system information and brake assembly 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 front and rear brake assemblies
• select and interpret key information from environmental requirements and 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 brake system component identification codes
• use specialist tools and measuring equipment correctly, including verniers, and report and record the results correctly using relevant mathematical symbols and conventions (e.g. mm for millimeters)
• use basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, to calculate clearances.

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 front and rear brake assemblies.

Safety and environmental 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
• application of procedures for handling and disposing of used brake fluid, lubricants and asbestos-based products, including brake dust.

Brake assemblies  must include:

• both front disc brake assemblies
• both rear drum brake assemblies.

Release 

Comment 

Release 1

New unit of competency