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AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 53

Automotive Industry RS&R

AURT3831A Install gas fuel systems (CNG/NGV)

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AURT3831A

Install gas fuel systems (CNG/NGV)

Unit descriptor

This unit covers the competency to access information to obtain
the correct system, install, test and commission the system.

Systems Definition: Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

Natural

Gas

Vehicle

(NGV)

Prerequisites:

AURT2832A Service gas fuel systems

AURT3833A Repair gas fuel systems

State/Territory Legislation requirements for registration

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE

CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work

1.1

Work instructions are used to determine job requirements
including quality, material, equipment quantities and
installation manuals

1.2

Job specifications are read and interpreted

1.3

OH&S requirements, including personal protection
needs, are observed throughout the work

2. Install Compressed

Natural Gas (CNG)/
Natural Gas Vehicle
(NGV) fuel systems

2.1

Natural Gas (CNG)/Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) fuel
systems installation is completed without causing damage
to any component system

2.2

Correct information is accessed and interpreted from
appropriate manufacturer/component supplier
specification

2.3

CNG/NGV fuel system installation is carried out in
accordance with vehicle/system manufacturer/component
supplier specifications for methods, equipment used and
tolerances relative to the vehicle/system

2.4

Appropriate workplace documentation is completed and
dealt with relevant to installation outcomes

2.5

Installation activities are carried out according to industry
regulations/guidelines, OH&S requirements, legislation
and enterprise procedures/policies

Clean up work area and
maintain equipment

3.1

Material that can be reused is collected and stored

3.2

Waste and scrap is removed following workplace
procedures

3.3

Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for
serviceable conditions in accordance with workplace
procedures

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Clean up work area and
maintain equipment
(continued)

3.4

Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified
in accordance with workplace procedures

3.5

Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with
manufacturer/component supplier specifications and site
procedures

3.6

Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace
procedures

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:

Vehicles presented for
CNG/NGV fitting

• The installation of Natural Gas (CNG)/ Natural Gas

Vehicle (NGV) fuel systems to light, heavy vehicles,
vessels, out door power equipment and fork lift trucks

Unit scope

•

Work involves measuring, visual inspection, assembling,
testing. Methods should be applied under normal operating
conditions

Unit context

• OH&S requirements include Australian Standards, safety

management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous
goods code, safe operating procedures

• Work is carried out in accordance with legislative

obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health
regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation
insurance requirements

• Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion,

judgement and problem solving skills in installation of
CNG/NGV systems

• Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved

in the installation of CNG/NGV fuel supplies

Tools and equipment

•

Tools and equipment are to include gas leakage testing
equipment, hand tools, power tools and component
attaching equipment, exhaust gas analyser, cleaning
equipment

Material

•

Material are to include CNG/NGV fitment kits,
CNG/NGV, fasteners, paint and cleaning material

Personal protective
equipment

•

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed
under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and
practices, footwear, clothing and gloves

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RANGE STATEMENT

Information and
procedures

• Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and

equipment

• Work instructions, including job sheets, fitting

instructions, material safety data sheets and service
manuals

• Workplace procedures relating to reporting and

communication including maintaining customer records

• Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and

operational procedures

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 work order and locate and apply relevant

information

• Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products

and material, including use of personal protective
equipment

• Read and interpret installation instructions, job sheets,

material safety data sheets and service manuals

• Identify material used in the work process

• Follow work instructions, operating procedures and

inspection processes to:

• minimise the risk of injury to self and others

• prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and

products

• maintain required production output and product quality

• Identify, set up, operate and maintain CNG/NGV fitting

cleaning and testing equipment

• Conduct operator maintenance on CNG/NGV installation

equipment

• Work effectively with others

• Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace

context and environment

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EVIDENCE GUIDE

Underpinning knowledge

• The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of:

• Installation procedures

• Testing and commissioning procedures

• Equipment/material safety requirements

• Personal safety requirements

• Legislation where applicable

• Industry codes of practice

• Australian Standards – AS1425, AS2739, AS2746

• Manual handling procedures

• Planning correct processes and techniques for installing,

testing and commissioning CNG/NGV systems

• Workplace guidelines regarding Australian Standards

• Workplace safety policies and procedures

• Procedures for reporting equipment faults and material

defects

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 installing
CNG/NGV systems, work orders, plans and safety procedures
for fabricating a component or piece of equipment.

(Level 2)

Communicate ideas and
information

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of
work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with
site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting
of work outcomes and problems.

(Level 2)

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EVIDENCE GUIDE

Underpinning skills (continued)

Plan and organise
activities

Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout
of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and material to
avoid any back tracking, 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 estimate material requirements.

(Level 2)

Solve problems

Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate
planning and cleaning problems, avoid re working and avoid
wastage.

(Level 2)

Use technology

Use the workplace technology related to installing CNG/NGV
systems including tools and equipment.

(Level 2)

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Resource implications

•

Access to vehicle for installation of CNG/NGV systems as
identified in the Range Statement, standard operating
procedures

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
may include electronic, verbal, written or 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

AURT3835A Repair gas fuel systems (CNG/NGV)

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AURT3835A

Repair gas fuel systems (CNG/NGV)

Unit descriptor

This unit covers the competency to repair CNG/NGV fuel
systems, remove and replace/repair components, and test and
recommission system.

Systems Definition: Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

Natural

Gas

Vehicle

(NGV)

Prerequisites:

AURT2832A Service gas fuel systems

State/Territory Legislation requirements for registration

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE

CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work

1.1

Work instructions are used to determine job requirements
including quality, material, equipment quantities and
service manuals

1.2

Job specifications are read and interpreted

1.3

OH&S requirements, including personal protection
needs, are observed throughout the work

2. Repair Compressed

Natural Gas (CNG)/
Natural Gas Vehicle
(NGV) fuel systems
and remove and replace
components

2.1

Natural Gas (CNG)/Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) fuel
systems and repair, remove and replace is completed
without causing damage to any component system

2.2

Correct information is accessed and interpreted from
appropriate manufacturer/component supplier
specification

2.3

CNG/NGV fuel system repair/component removal and
replacement is carried out in accordance with
vehicle/system manufacturer/component supplier
specifications for methods, equipment used and
tolerances relative to the vehicle/system

2.4

Appropriate workplace documentation is completed and
dealt with relevant to installation outcomes

2.5

Repair/component removal and replacement activities are
carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines,
OH&S requirements, legislation and enterprise
procedures/policies

Clean up work area and
maintain equipment

3.1

Material that can be reused is collected and stored

3.2

Waste and scrap is removed following workplace
procedures

3.3

Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for
serviceable conditions in accordance with workplace
procedures

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