AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RETAIL, SERVICE & REPAIR - part 106

Automotive Industry RS&R  

AURV3802A Carry out sewing operations 

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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 sewing 
operations and machine operations, 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)

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 1)

Use mathematical ideas 
and techniques 

 

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

(Level 3)

Solve problems 

 

Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate 
planning and scheduling problems, avoid wastage of time and 
material. 

(Level 3)

Use technology 

 

Use the workplace technology related to sewing of material 
including tools and equipment. 

(Level 2)

AURV3802A Carry out sewing operations 

Automotive Industry RS&R 

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EVIDENCE GUIDE 

Resource implications 

•  Access to manufacturer/component supplier specification as 

identified in the Range Statement, standard operating 
procedures, instructional information and job sheets 

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 

AURV4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations 

 

 

and best practice in the body repair industry 

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AURV4501A 

Plan and manage compliance with 
environmental regulations and best practice 
in the body repair 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 body repair business. 

 

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

1.  Plan and manage 

compliance with 
relevant environment 
regulations  

1.1 

Reasons for ethical environmental practice in a body 
repair workshop are identified 

1.2 

Environmental responsibilities of employers and 
employees in a body repair workshop are identified 

1.3 

Penalties for company and employee breaches of the 
legislation are identified 

1.4 

Waste products are minimised and facilities provided for 
waste material to be stored in appropriate bins 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 to avoid 
contamination 

2.1 

Systems are in place to ensure waste water does not enter 
the stormwater system 

2.2 

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

2.3 

Appropriate trade waste permits are in place 

2.4 

Impervious paved, undercover and bunded or drained 
treatment area(s) are provided and used for all surface 
cleaning and preparation 

2.5 

Undercover and bunded or drained area(s) are provided 
and used for the storage of all parts and components 
containing environmentally hazardous material 

2.6 

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

 

AURV4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations 

Automotive Industry RS&R 

 

and best practice in the body repair industry 

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE 

CRITERIA 

2.  Manage potential 

hazards to stormwater 
systems to avoid 
contamination 
(continued) 

2.7 

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

2.8 

Spill kit is provided and used as needed to prevent 
stormwater contamination by staff trained in its use 

2.9 

Workplace is kept clean to prevent unintentional 
stormwater pollution 

3.  Manage potential 

hazards to air quality to 
avoid contamination 

3.1 

Compliant spray booth is provided and maintained with 
all spray painting conducted in it 

3.2 

A well ventilated room attached to the spray booth is 
provided for paint mixing 

3.3 

An enclosed booth or chamber is provided for all 
abrasive sanding to be undertaken in 

3.4 

A well ventilated area is provided for any welding 
activities 

3.5 

All CFCs, HCFCs and blends from air conditioning 
systems are recovered for recycling or approved disposal 
during servicing or decommissioning 

3.6 

Clean up of guns and spraying equipment is conducted in 
an environmentally safe manner 

3.7 

Hazards of gases and fumes are identified, minimised and 
contained 

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 is fitted with silencers or surrounded by 
noise containment material 

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 

 

Automotive Industry RS&R 

AURV4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations 

 

 

and best practice in the body repair industry 

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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: 

Automotive Body Repair 
Workshop 

•  Panel removal, repair and replacement 

•  Panel surface cleaning and paint application 

Unit Scope 

•  Work involves the planning and management of normal 

activities of a body repair shop including removal and repair 
of metal and plastic panels and body components, welding, 
preparation of panels for painting and vehicle painting 

 

This unit is applicable to the body repair stream 
qualification at both the Certificate IV and V level 

Unit Context 

•  OH&S requirements include material safety data sheets, 

hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe 
operating procedures 

•  Work is carried out in accordance with legislative 

obligations, environmental legislation, relevant OH&S, 
manual handling procedures and organisation insurance 
requirements 

•  Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, 

judgement and problem solving skills to improve 
environmental performance by reducing environmental risk 
and waste 

•  Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved 

in the repair of vehicle bodies and the replacement or 
painting of body panels which may be metal or plastic 

Tools and Equipment 

•  Tools and equipment are to include spill kits, recycling bins 

and drums, spray gun washers, bunded/drained wash bays, 
spray booths, vacuum/air extraction equipment, oil water 
separators waste water management systems, quick break 
degreasing compounds and silt traps 

•  Resources may include pressure washing and facilities for 

the use of recycled water and containment facilities for 
hazardous substances 

 

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RANGE STATEMENT  

Material 

•  Material safety data sheets, manufacturer/component 

supplier specifications, environmental records, costings of 
equipment and waste removal and may include staff 
environmental induction material 

Personal Protective 
Equipment 

 

•  Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed 

under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and 
practices. Face masks are available for rubbing back and 
painting. Ear muffs 

Information and 
Procedures 

•  Environmental legislation, regulations and advice 

•  Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and 

equipment 

•  Work instructions and procedures 

•  Site environmental policy 

•  Workplace procedures relating to reporting and 

communication 

•  Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and 

operational procedures 

•  Local council and waterways regulation 

 

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 

•  Plan and manage safe handling requirements for 

equipment, products and material, including use of 
personal protective equipment 

•  Plan and manage environmental protection procedures in 

the business 

•  Identify material used in the repair process and assess and 

manage their environmental impact 

•  Effective recycling processes are in place 

•  Plan and manage work instructions, operating procedures 

and inspection processes to: 

•  minimise the risk of injury to self and others 

•  maintain a clean workplace 

•  prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and 

products 

Automotive Industry RS&R 

AURV4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations 

 

 

and best practice in the body repair industry 

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Critical Aspects of 
Evidence (continued) 

•  Dispose of waste in accordance with legislative 

requirements and best practice 

•  Maintain required production output and product quality 

•  Report significant environmental damage or spills 

•  Plan and manage maintenance on spray booth and spray 

equipment to ensure environmental efficiency 

•  Manage effective planning and team work related to 

environmental best practice 

• 

Develop/implement or audit an existing business 

environmental policy which covers at a minimum; waste, 
recycling, hazards to stormwater, air quality, noise, energy 
minimisation and costs 

•  Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace 

context and environment 

Underpinning Knowledge 

•  Relevant aspects of environmental legislation and its 

relationship with OH&S, financial and risk management 

•  Requirements for trade waste permits 

•  Spill clean up procedures 

•  Characteristics and potential environmental impact of 

products used in the body repair process 

•  Philosophy of sustainability through prevention, reuse, 

reduce, recycle 

•  Procedures for rectifying machinery faults and material 

defects 

•  Action to be taken in case of significant environmental 

threat in the workplace 

•  Reporting procedures for significant environmental 

damage occurring in the workplace 

•  Cleaner production and eco-efficient strategies to avoid the 

production of waste 

 

AURV4501A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations 

Automotive Industry RS&R 

 

and best practice in the body repair industry 

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AUR99 Version 4.00 Review by 30 June 2004 

©Australian National Training Authority 

 

 

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 
environmental procedures from legislation, regulations, 
policies, guidelines, standards and workplace best practice in a 
body repair business.  

 (Level 3)

Communicate Ideas and 
Information 

 

Communicate ideas and information to enable all work 
undertaken is in accordance with environmental best practice. 
Support from stakeholders is actively sought for implementing 
suitable innovation and continuous improvement. 

(Level 3)

Plan and Organise 
Activities 

 

Plan and organise activities including the preparation of 
equipment and material, recycling and waste management 
system and the selection of appropriate worksite to avoid any 
environmental contamination, back tracking, workflow 
interruptions or wastage. 

(Level 3)

Work with Others and in 
a Team 

 

Promote work with others and in a team by recognising 
dependencies and using cooperative approaches to minimise 
wastage, optimise workflow and productivity. 

(Level 2)

Use Mathematical Ideas 
and Techniques 

 

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete 
measurements and estimate material requirements and calculate 
wastage rates of various methods. 

(Level 3)

Solve Problems 

 

Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid 
environmental contamination and wastage. 

(Level 3)