View Unit : Competency in Inspecting Light Vehicles Using Prescribed Methods

Unit

Unit Reference Number

M/601/3792

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Competency in Inspecting Light Vehicles Using Prescribed Methods

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

4.3 Transportation Operations and Maintenance

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

This unit must be assessed in accordance with the IMI Assessment Strategy and adhere to the Competency Unit Assessment Requirements developed for the unit, both of which can be downloaded from the IMI website:

http://www.motor.org.uk/standards-and-qualifications/qualification-credit-framework-5.1-qcf.html

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Be able to work safely when carrying out light vehicle inspections using prescribed methods	1.1	. Use suitable personal protective equipment and vehicle coverings throughout all light vehicle inspection activities
1		1.2	. Work in a way which minimises the risk of damage or injury to the vehicle, people and the environment
2	Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task	2.1	. Select suitable sources of technical information to support light vehicle inspection activities including: a. vehicle technical data b. inspection procedures c. legal requirements
2	Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task	2.2	. Use technical information to support light vehicle inspection activities
3	Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment	3.1	. Select the appropriate tools and equipment necessary for carrying out a range of inspections on light vehicle systems
		3.2	. Ensure that equipment has been calibrated to meet manufacturers’ and legal requirements
		3.3	. Use the correct tools and equipment in the way specified by manufacturers when carrying out a range of inspections on light vehicle systems
4	Be able to carry out light vehicle inspections using prescribed methods	4.1	. Carry out light vehicle inspections using prescribed methods, adhering to the correct specifications and tolerances for the vehicle and following: a. the manufacturer’s approved inspection methods b. recognised researched inspection methods c. health and safety requirements
		4.2	. Ensure that inspected light vehicle conforms to the vehicle operating specification and any legal requirements
		4.3	. Ensure any comparison of the vehicle against specification accurately identifies any: a differences from the vehicle specification b vehicle appearance and condition faults
		4.4	. Use suitable testing methods to evaluate the performance of the inspected systems
		4.5	. Complete all system diagnostic activities within the agreed timescale
5	Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations	5.1	. Produce work records that are accurate, complete and passed to the relevant person(s) promptly in the format required
		5.2	. Make suitable and justifiable recommendations for cost effective repairs
		5.3	. Identify and report any expected delays in completion to the relevant person(s) promptly in the format required.
		5.4	. Record and report any additional faults noticed during the course of their work promptly in the format required

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