AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 19

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURM3410A Perform torquing and fastening 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning knowledge 
(continued) 

•  Regulatory bodies requirement relating to securing of 

fasteners 

•  OH&S policies and procedures 

•  Record keeping techniques 

Underpinning skills 

These include a number of processes learnt throughout work and life and 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 torquing 
and fastening operations, work orders, plans, checklists and 
safety procedures. 

 (Level 2)

Communicate ideas and 
information 

 

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of 
work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with 
technical supervisors, other technicians and workers, and the 
reporting of work outcomes and problems. 

(Level 1)

Plan and organise 
activities 

 

Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout 
of the work area and the obtaining of equipment and material to 
avoid any backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage. 

(Level 2)

Work with others and in 
a team 

 

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

(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas 
and techniques 

 

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete 
measurements and procedures to team specifications. 

(Level 2)

Solve problems 

 

Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate 
torquing and fastening problems, in order to work efficiently and 
effectively. 

(Level 2)

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Underpinning skills (continued) 

Use technology 

 

Use the workplace technology related to torquing and fastening 
including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices. 

(Level 2)

 

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Resource implications 

•  Access to components, fasteners, assemblies, tools and 

equipment, and material as identified in the Range 
Statement, and relevant technical information 

Method of assessment 

•  Assessment methods must confirm consistency of 

performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant 
contexts 

•  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 

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 

 

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURM3411A Prepare competition vehicle and support equipment for transportation 

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AURM3411A Prepare 

competition vehicle and support 

equipment for transportation 

Unit descriptor 

This unit covers the competency to prepare competition vehicle 
and support equipment for transportation. It includes selection, 
preparation and stowage of tools and equipment, preparation of 
transporter and competition vehicle and loading and unloading 
of tools, equipment and the competition vehicle. 

 

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

1.  Prepare specific tools 

and equipment needed 
for an event 

1.1 

Team instructions/specification and category rules and 
supplementary regulations are used to determine job 
requirements including configuration, quality, equipment, 
and quantities 

1.2 

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

1.3 

Specific tools and equipment needed for an event are 
identified and selected 

1.4 

Tools and equipment are correctly packed and secured to 
avoid damage during transportation 

1.5 

Equipment listing is checked, and all resources are 
accounted for 

2. Prepare competition 

vehicle for transportation 

2.1  Competition vehicle is cleaned and prepared for 

transportation 

2.2  Specific transportation devices, components and covers 

are fitted 

2.3  Securing locations on vehicle and transporter are 

determined 

2.4  Problems with the required equipment or vehicle are 

identified and reported to appropriate persons 

3.  Load and secure 

competition vehicle and 
equipment for 
transportation 

3.1  Checklist for resources and vehicle securing is compiled 

3.2  Loading is conducted to team procedures 

3.3  Vehicle is safely secured and vehicle and equipment 

securing mechanisms are checked 

3.4  Hazardous material are stored in accordance with 

legislative requirements 

3.5  Transporter tailgates/ramps and doors/bins are secured 

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

4. Unload competition 

vehicle and support 
equipment 

4.1  Competition vehicle is unloaded as per team procedures 

4.2  Tools and equipment are unloaded as per team 

procedures 

4.3  Transporter is cleaned and prepared for subsequent use 

4.4  Team/event 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 involves selection, preparation and stowage of tools 

and equipment, preparation of transporter and competition 
vehicle and loading and unloading of tools, equipment and 
the competition vehicle 

•  Preparation of the competition vehicle may include, but 

not be limited to removing fluids including fuel, 
disconnecting battery/power supply, downloading data, 
gear position or any other requirements that may be 
necessary for transportation by a third party via means 
such as road freight, air, rail or ship 

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 loading and 
unloading of tools, equipment and the competition vehicle 

•  Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved 

with competition vehicles or in a simulated environment 

 

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RANGE STATEMENT  

Tools and equipment 

• 

Tools and equipment are to include a competition vehicle, 
transporter and associated support equipment and may 
include lifting and material handling equipment 

• 

Specific transportation devices, components and covers 
may include, but are not limited to anti-rub devices, 
blanking plugs (e.g. exhaust), guards, air filter covers, 
vehicle covers, transportation tyres/wheels 

Personal protective 
equipment 

 

• 

Personal protective equipment is to include closed in 
shoes, and may include long trousers, handling gloves and 
other equipment as per team procedures, relevant 
legislation and OH&S requirements 

Information and 
procedures 

•  Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary 

regulations  

•  Event scheduling and location details 

•  Team procedures relating to competition vehicle 

transportation and security 

•  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 testing equipment and material 

•  Australian Design Rules and transportation legislation, 

(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 prepare, load and unload a competition vehicle 

and support equipment at least two (2) times, in situations 
where there are variations in: 

•  weather 

•  day or night 

•  terrain conditions 

•  load lists 

•  Work with and around other team members 

•  Work effectively with others 

•  Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace 

context and environment 

Underpinning knowledge 

•  Storage and transportation of relevant hazardous chemicals 

and dangerous goods 

•  Competition vehicle transportation preparation methods 

•  Competition vehicle security principles 

•  Load distribution principles 

•  Loading and unloading techniques 

•  Securing methods and equipment 

•  Record keeping techniques 

•  OH&S principles and requirements relating to manual 

handling and loading heavy equipment 

 

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURM3411A Prepare competition vehicle and support equipment for transportation 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Underpinning skills 

These include a number of processes learnt throughout work and life, and 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 storage 
and transportation of dangerous goods and hazardous chemicals, 
team tool and equipment requirements, and event scheduling and 
location details. 

 (Level 2)

Communicate ideas and 
information 

 

Communicate ideas and information to enable organisation of 
tools and equipment and reporting of progress against schedule. 

(Level 1)

Plan and organise 
activities 

 

Plan and organise activities including loading and unloading 
sequence 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 and 
productivity. 

(Level 1)

Use mathematical ideas 
and techniques 

 

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete 
measurements and estimate material requirements. 

(Level 1)

Solve problems 

 

Use checking and inspection techniques to maximise space 
utilisation. 

(Level 1)

Use technology 

 

Use the workplace technology related to lifting equipment. 

(Level 1)

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Resource implications 

•  Access to a competition vehicle, transporter and associated 

support equipment, which may include lifting and material 
handling equipment as identified in the Range Statement, 
team procedures and securing equipment guidelines 

Method of assessment 

•  Assessment methods must confirm consistency of 

performance over time and in a range of workplace 
relevant contexts 

•  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 

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