Routine Braking System Checks

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
M/502/4667
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
20 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to work safely

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment and methods when working on braking systems
2

Know about braking systems

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    State the function of a vehicle braking system
  • 2.2
    State in simple terms how the drivers effort is converted into braking forces
  • 2.3
    Identify the main components of a vehicle braking system
3

Be able to remove and replace simple brake components and carry out simple checks

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Remove and refit a set of disc pads
  • 3.2
    Check operation of brake lights
  • 3.3
    Check and top-up brake fluid reservoir
4

Know how to dispose of braking system components

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    State how to dispose of brake friction materials
  • 4.2
    State how to dispose of brake fluid