AURPTA106 Inspect and service line trimming systems and components

Release: 1

AURPTA106 Inspect and service line trimming systems and components

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version first released with AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package Version 6.0

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service line trimming systems and components according to manufacturer instructions. The unit involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system and components, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system and components, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

The unit applies to those working in the outdoor power equipment service and repair industry. The line trimming systems include brush cutters and grass trimmers which may be electric, or petrol driven, stand-alone or fitted to other equipment systems.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Outdoor Power Equipment Technical

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Prepare to inspect and service line trimming system of outdoor power equipment	1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions 1.2 Source and interpret workplace service and repair procedures 1.3 Identify and manage hazards associated with the tasks 1.4 Select tools and equipment and check for serviceability
2. Inspect line trimming system	2.1 Inspect and test line trimming system according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 2.2 Compare inspection results with manufacturer specifications 2.3 Report inspection findings according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 2.4 Obtain authorisation to proceed according to workplace procedures
3. Service line trimming system	3.1 Select service options according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts 3.2 Carry out service and adjustments according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 3.3 Carry out post-service testing according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes	4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm equipment is ready for use 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures 4.3 Complete documentation 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.

SKILL	DESCRIPTION
Learning	Locates required sources of information efficiently.
Numeracy	Measures line trimming system components Calculates deviations and tolerances from manufacturer specifications using basic mathematical skills.
Oral communication	Clarifies instructions.
Reading	Interprets information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking line trimming system specifications and procedures.

Unit Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to AURPTA006 Inspect and service line trimming systems and components.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1