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Carry out basic motor vehicle repairs at the roadside

URN: IMIRR15
Business Sectors (Suites): Vehicle Recovery
Developed by: IMI
Approved on: 2023

Overview

This standard is about mobilising a motor vehicle at the roadside. This may include basic repair or replacement of components. Repairs are likely to be restricted by time, at which point vehicle recovery is to be actioned.

Performance criteria

You must be able to:

P1 identify and wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) which complies with legislation and industry codes of practice
P2 safeguard and maintain your own health and safety and that of those likely to be affected by your activities in accordance with current legislation 
P3 comply with any existing site risk assessments and carry out a dynamic risk assessment 
P4 ensure vehicle has been made safe prior to undertaking any activities
P5 identify where a minor repair will mobilise the vehicle
P6 select the correct method of repair from the appropriate manual or other media 
P7 undertake basic repairs at the roadside on: 

P7.1 electrical systems and circuits
P7.2 engine and fuel systems 
P7.3 transmission system
P7.4 steering and suspension systems
P7.5 brake systems 
P7.6 cooling systems 
P7.7 exhaust system
P8 demonstrate the ability to repair identified faults within the system 
P9 perform a re-test to ensure the repair is successful 
P10 use safe working practices when dealing with test equipment and tools 
P11 take prompt and effective corrective actions to resolve any errors within the limits of your workplace responsibilities 
P12 ensure handover documentation is completed accurately and passed promptly to the relevant person(s)

Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

Legislative and organisational requirements and procedures
K1 basic system features and operation including fundamentals of 

K1.1 electrical systems and circuits
K1.2 engine and fuel systems 
K1.3 transmission systems
K1.4 steering and suspension systems
K1.5 brake systems 
K1.6 cooling systems 
K1.7 exhaust systems
K2 how to recognise the repair procedure for the appropriate fault within the system 
K3 the relationship between time, costs and profitability and when recovery is the most efficient solution
K4 the vehicle repair manual or other media to determine the correct method 
K5 the appropriate test equipment to be used for the fault presented 
K6 the appropriate tools and equipment to be used for the fault presented 
K7 the procedures for reporting problems 
K8 the health and safety requirements relevant to repair procedures
K9 the hazards associated with working on or near high voltage electrical vehicle components
K10 the importance of adhering to a robust, documented handover procedure
K11 the importance of informing the customer where temporary work has been carried out

Scope/range

Scope Performance

Scope Knowledge

Values

Behaviours

Skills

Glossary

Links To Other NOS

External Links

Version Number

2

Indicative Review Date

2026

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

IMI

Original URN

RR15

Relevant Occupations

Vehicle Recovery Operator, Vehicle Recovery Technical Operator

SOC Code

5231

Keywords

Basic; roadside; motor; vehicle; repair;