AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 18

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AURM3409A Perform pit lane/service area operations 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning knowledge 

•  Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary 

regulations and team requirements/job specifications  

•  Work area layout at an event 

•  Preparation processes applicable to pit stops/service area 

•  Pit stop/service area sequence and conduct 

•  Pit/lane service area signals and communication 

techniques 

•  Emergency repair methods and techniques 

•  Record keeping techniques 

•  Equipment faults and component defects reporting 

procedures 

•  Workplace guidelines regarding acceptable tolerance 

levels 

•  OH&S policies and procedures 

 

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning skills 

These include a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life, which are 
required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although 
others may be added. The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this 
competency unit. The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency 
needs to be demonstrated where (1) is where work is within set conditions and process, (2) is 
where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised, and (3) is where 
the design and/or development of conditions or process is required. 

How will the candidate 
apply the following key 
competency in this unit? 

The candidate will need to: 

Collect, analyse and 
organise information 

 

Collect, organise and understand information related to servicing 
procedures and emergency repairs. 

 (Level 1)

Communicate ideas and 
information 

 

Communicate ideas and information to respond to issues during 
pit stops/competition vehicle servicing and to report problems for 
post-stop or post-event analysis. 

(Level 2)

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Underpinning skills (continued) 

Plan and organise 
activities 

 

Plan and organise activities including conduct of service 
procedures to avoid any backtracking or workflow interruptions. 

(Level 1)

Work with others and in 
a team 

 

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and 
using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow within strict 
timelines. 

(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas 
and techniques 

 

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete 
measurements and adjustments. 

(Level 1)

Solve problems 

 

Use checking and inspection techniques to identify faults and/or 
required adjustments, and analysis and judgement when 
interpreting instructions for adjustment and emergency repair 
within strict timelines. 

(Level 2)

Use technology 

 

Use the workplace technology related to servicing and 
conducting emergency repairs on a competition vehicle, 
including tools, equipment and measuring devices. 

(Level 1)

 

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Resource implications 

•  Access to a competition vehicle during an event as 

identified in the Range Statement, motorsport team 
procedures and instructions, and relevant equipment and 
material 

Method of assessment 

•  Assessment methods must confirm consistency of 

performance over time and in a minimum of three event 
environments 

•  Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and 

questioning on underpinning knowledge 

•  Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in 

conjunction with assessment of other units of competency 

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Context/s of assessment 

•  Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace 

simulated facility with relevant process equipment, 
material, work instructions and deadlines 

•  At least three (3) assessments must occur at a competition 

event  

 

 

 

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURM3410A Perform torquing and fastening 

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AURM3410A 

Perform torquing and fastening 

Unit descriptor 

This unit covers the competency to torque and fasten 
competition vehicle components to supplier and team 
specifications. This includes fastener types, preparation of 
components, selection of appropriate tools, knowledge of 
material stress, and the application of fastener securing 
methods. 

 

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

1.  Prepare for work 

1.1 

Component supplier and team torquing and fastening 
specifications are read and interpreted 

1.2 

OH&S requirements including equipment and system 
isolation requirements and personal protection needs are 
observed throughout the work  

1.3 

Tools and equipment are identified and checked for safe 
and effective operation 

1.4 

Work area is cleaned and laid out appropriately for job 
requirements 

1.5 

Problems with the work area and/or the operation of the 
equipment are identified and reported to appropriate 
persons 

2.  Fasten components 

2.1 

Material are selected according to application 

2.2 

Components are inspected and prepared for assembly 

2.3 

Appropriate installation sequences and techniques are 
used to assemble components including 
applying/installing gaskets, sealants, adhesives and/or 
lubricants where appropriate 

2.4 

Fasteners are tensioned to team/component supplier 
specifications in specified stages and sequence 

2.5 

Checks are made during and after installation to ensure 
accurate and complete fitting 

2.6 

Mechanical fastener securing devices are fitted where 
appropriate 

2.7 

Sealant and liquid locking adhesive cure times are 
observed if applicable 

2.8 

Problems with the components are identified and 
reported to appropriate persons 

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

3.  Clean up work area and 

maintain records 

3.1 

Tools are maintained and returned to storage 

3.2 

Surplus components are tagged and shelved/stored 

3.3 

All surplus material is removed from work area 

3.4 

All spillage from work area and vehicle is cleaned up 

3.5 

Team/component supplier documentation is completed 

 

RANGE STATEMENT 

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of 
competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit 
as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this 
particular unit: 

Unit scope 

•  Work includes torquing and fastening competition vehicle 

components to supplier and team specifications. This 
includes fastener types, preparation of components, 
selection of appropriate tools, knowledge of material 
stress, and the application of fastener securing methods.  

•  Torque measurements and fastener tensions are undertaken 

using conventional torque wrenches, angular torque tools 
and strain gauges 

Unit context 

•  OH&S requirements include relevant state and 

commonwealth legislation, safety management systems, 
controlling body requirements, manufacturer/component 
supplier specifications and safe operating procedures 

•  Work is carried out in accordance with legislative 

obligations (including environmental requirements), 
relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures 
and insurance requirements  

•  Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, 

judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and 
operation of machines 

•  Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved 

in the design, development, manufacture and maintenance 
of performance vehicles and/or performance vehicle 
components and assemblies used in motorsport 

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RANGE STATEMENT 

Tools and equipment 

•  Tools and equipment are to include torque (tension) 

wrenches, angular torque tools, dial test indicators, feeler 
gauges, special service tools and hand tools, and may 
include but not be limited to strain gauges, vertical height 
gauges and gauge blocks 

Material 

•  Material selected are to include: 

•  type and grade of fastener 

•  liquid locking adhesive and primers 

•  gasket and/or sealant 

•  lock wire/lock tabs or other mechanical fastener 

securing devices 

•  Fasteners are to include, but are not limited to threaded 

fasteners, quick release fasteners, sheet metal fasteners 
(e.g. rivets etc.) 

Personal protective 
equipment 

 

•  Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed 

under legislation, regulations, enterprise policies and 
practices, team and regulatory body rules and 
manufacturer/component supplier recommendations 

Information and 
procedures 

•  Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary 

regulations  

•  Team/enterprise procedures relating to competition vehicle 

assembly 

•  Task instructions including work sheets, check lists, plans, 

drawings and designs 

•  Team/enterprise procedures relating to reporting and 

communication 

•  Team/enterprise procedures relating to the use of tools and 

equipment 

•  Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and 

application procedures for equipment and material 

•  Australian Design Rules (where applicable) 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to 
confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and 
should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement. 

Critical aspects of 
evidence 

•  Interpret and apply team requirements, controlling body 

and category rules and supplementary regulations  

•  Correctly apply and use safety equipment and personal 

protective equipment 

•  Follow task instructions, operating procedures and 

inspection processes to:  

•  minimise the risk of injury to self and others 

•  prevent damage to competition vehicle or equipment 

•  achieve required outcomes within team time and quality 

standards 

•  Correctly fasten a minimum of six (6) different 

components/sub-assemblies which include: 

•  identifying compatibility/incompatibility of material, 

adhesives, fittings, and fasteners for the application 

•  selecting and applying appropriate assembly, torquing 

and fastening techniques 

•  ensuring that the assembly satisfies the relevant 

specification 

where the components/sub-assemblies necessitate the use 
of a range of fasteners, sealants and fasteners securing 
devices 

•  Work effectively with others 

•  Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace 

context and environment  

Underpinning knowledge 

•  Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of fasteners 

used in motorsport/performance enhancement including 
material stress 

•  The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of 

mechanical locking devices (e.g. lock wire and lock tabs) 
and chemical/liquid fastener locking devices (e.g. liquid 
locking compounds/adhesives) including shelf life expiry 

•  Torquing principles, applications, methods and techniques 

•  Preparation of components for assembly 

•  Selection of appropriate tools