AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 54

AURT3835A Repair gas fuel systems (CNG/NGV)   Automotive 

Industry 

RS&R 

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

3. 

Clean up work area and 
maintain equipment 
(continued) 

3.4 

Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified 
in accordance with workplace 

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 

•  Repairing 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 removing, repairing and replacing 
CNG/NGV components 

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 diagnoses of 
CNG/NGV supply components 

•  Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved 

in the repair of CNG/NGV fuel supply components 

Tools and equipment 

• 

Tools and equipment are to include gas leakage testing 
equipment, hand tools, leak detector, exhaust gas analyser, 
pressure/vacuum gauge, multimeter and may include, but 
not be limited to hand held meters, computer testers, 
engine analysers, system testers, emission tester pressure 
testers 

Material 

• 

Material are to include replacement components, 
CNG/NGV gas testing 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, material safety 

data sheets and instruction manuals 

•  Workplace procedures relating to reporting and 

communication 

•  Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and 

operational procedures include: 

•  Aural, visual and functional assessment (including 

damage, wear, corrosion, leaks and safety aspects) 

•  Testing of electrical equipment/electronic components 

associated with CNG/NGV fuel systems 
repairs/removal and replacement of electrical/electronic 
components associated with CNG/NGV fuel systems 

•  Methods should be applied under normal operating 

conditions 

 

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 job sheets, material safety data sheets 

and instruction 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 test and 

cleaning equipment 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Critical aspects of 
evidence (continued) 

•  Conduct operator maintenance on testing equipment and 

hand tools 

•  Work effectively with others 

•  Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace 

context and environment 

Underpinning knowledge 

•  The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of: 

•  Gas fuel system construction and operation (relevant to 

application) 

•  Repair/removal and replacement procedures 

•  Gas and fuel system testing and adjustment procedures 

•  Equipment/material safety requirements 

•  Handling of hazardous substances 

•  Personal safety requirements 

•  Legislation where applicable 

•  Industry codes of practice 

•  Australian Standards – AS1425, AS2739, AS2746 

•  Manual handling procedures 

•  Planning correct processes and techniques for repairing 

of CNG/NGV components 

•  Workplace guidelines regarding Australian Standards 

•  Workplace safety policies and procedures 

•  Procedures for reporting equipment faults and material 

defects 

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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 
CNG/NGV removal, repair and replacement procedures, 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 1)

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 1)

Solve problems 

 

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

(Level 1)

Use technology 

 

Use the workplace technology related to CNG/NGV component 
repairs including tools and equipment.  

(Level 2)

 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Resource implications 

• 

Access to CNG/NGV fuel vehicles and/or components 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  

AURT4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations  

  

and best practice in the marine repair and service industry  

 

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AURT4501A  

Plan and manage compliance with 
environmental regulations and best 
practice in the marine repair and service 
industry  

Unit descriptor 

This unit covers the competency to plan and implement an 
appropriate management system that ensures the protection 
of the environment in a marine repair and service business. 

 

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

1.  Plan and manage 

compliance with 
relevant environment 
regulations  

1.1 

Reasons for ethical environmental practice in a marine 
repair and/or service workshop are identified 

1.2 

Environmental responsibilities of employers and 
employees in a marine repair and/or service workshop 
are identified 

1.3 

Penalties for company and individual breaches of the 
legislation are identified 

1.4 

Waste products are minimised and facilities are 
provided for waste material including biological 
material (marine biota) to be stored for recycling or 
disposal 

1.5 

Collection and recycling arrangements are sourced and 
implemented for liquids, sludge, solids and other 
waste 

1.6 

Suppliers with minimal excess packaging on goods 
received are sourced. Packaging on goods received is 
sorted and disposed of appropriately 

1.7 

Waste and energy conservation strategies are 
identified and implemented  

2.  Manage potential 

hazards to stormwater 
systems, foreshores and 
marine environments to 
avoid contamination 

 

 

 

 

2.1 

Systems are in place to ensure waste water or 
contaminants do not enter stormwater systems, 
foreshores or marine environments 

2.2 

All drains and flows are identified on a site map 
directly indicating where they flow 

2.3 

Appropriate trade waste permits are in place 

2.4 

Ensure that slipways and hardstand areas are fitted 
with a containment system that prevents wastewater 
from entering the stormwater systems, foreshores and 
the marine environment 

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

2.  Manage potential 

hazards to stormwater 
systems, foreshores and 
marine environments to 
avoid contamination 
(continued) 

 

 

 

 

2.5 

Undercover, bunded and/or graded areas are provided 
and used for surface cleaning and preparation and the 
storage of all parts and components containing 
environmentally hazardous material 

2.6 

Clearly identified storage or recycling containers are 
provided for all liquid wastes 

2.7 

Oil separator and pits are cleaned and maintained as 
per manufacturer/component supplier specifications 

2.8 

An appropriate system is sourced and implemented for 
the disposal of bilge water 

2.9 

Spill kit is provided and used as needed by staff 
trained in its use to prevent the contamination of 
stormwater systems, foreshores and marine 
environments 

2.10  Workplace is kept clean to prevent unintentional 

pollution of stormwater systems, foreshores and 
marine environments 

3.  Manage potential 

hazards to air quality to 
avoid contamination 

3.1 

Activities generating fine particles in particular 
anti-foulant or other deleterious material removal are 
identified, minimised and contained 

3.2 

A slipway, hardstand or approved method/area is 
provided for abrasive sanding activities 

3.3 

An undercover and well ventilated area is provided for 
fibreglassing 

3.4 

Identify whether an approved spray booth is necessary 
for surface coating operations and if so ensure that it is 
properly maintained 

3.5 

A well ventilated room is provided for paint 
preparation 

3.6 

A well ventilated area is proved for any welding 
activities 

3.7 

Hazards of gases and fumes are identified, minimised 
and contained 

3.8 

Clean-up of guns and general tools and equipment is 
conducted in an environmentally safe manner 

4.  Minimisation of noise 

hazards is planned and 
managed 

4.1   Noise generating activities are minimised and carried 

out within approved operating hours 

4.2  Fixed machinery has silencers fitted or is contained 

within a noise minimisation structure 

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURT4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations  

  

and best practice in the marine repair and service industry  

 

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

5.  Management systems  

5.1  An environmental policy and contingency plan suitable 

to the needs of the business is developed and 
implemented 

5.2  Waste to landfill is calculated and possible savings 

through reuse and recycling are calculated 

5.3   Payback period on environmental equipment is 

calculated 

5.4  Manage staff adherence to environmental 

responsibilities 

5.5  Environmental records are accurately and legibly 

maintained and stored securely in a form accessible for 
reporting 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: 

Marine repair and service 
workshop  

• 

Marine workshop undertaking the repair or service of 
marine vessels and marine components 

Unit scope 

•  Work involves the planning and management of normal 

activities of a marine repair and service workshop 
including: 

•  the installation, removal, repair, testing and 

replacement of marine craft engines and associated 
components 

•  the installation, removal, repair, testing and 

replacement of marine electrical systems and 
components 

•  welding, soldering and thermal cutting of marine 

components 

•  water testing 

•  cleaning and washing of external and internal 

surfaces including glass and wet areas and 

•  the removal and preparation of vessel surfaces and 

components for painting with anti-foulant based 
products 

•  This unit is applicable to marine stream qualifications at 

both Certificate IV and Diploma level.