This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate the bodywork of a vehicle for damage and to identify the materials, equipment and processes required to repair it. This unit involves using vehicle paint, body and mechanical technical knowledge and locating, evaluating and documenting relevant information when selecting materials, equipment and processes.

The unit applies to those who evaluate the bodywork of a vehicle for damage and select materials, equipment and processes to repair the vehicle in a vehicle repair or vehicle loss assessment environment. Vehicles may include light vehicles, commercial vehicles, heavy vehicles, agricultural and plant equipment, recreational vehicles and motorcycles.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.