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Vehicle cleaners clean and polish surfaces of external parts and interiors of vehicles.

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Competences
24
Groups
4
Essential
15
Optional
9

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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car cleaning procedures

The procedure and appropriate equipment necessary for proper wash and polish of different types of cars.

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car controls

The functioning of specific car equipment such as how to operate and handle the clutch, throttle, lighting, instrumentation, transmission and the brakes.

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Cross-sector

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types of vehicles

Field of information which distinguishes rental agency classification systems, containing types and classes of vehicles and their functioning and components.

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Essential skills and competences 12 competences

Occupation specific

2 competences
ensure vehicle preparation for pick-up

Ensure that vehicle is fully operational and ready to use; prepare vehicle for customer pick-up.

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treat vehicle fabrics

Recondition fabrics for vehicles, add preservation agents and apply revitalisers on various surfaces in vinyl or leather.

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clean vehicle engine

Remove grease and dirt from the engine and other mechanical vehicle parts.

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clean vehicle exterior

Wash, clean, polish and wax vehicle's exterior glass and chrome parts.

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clean vehicle interiors

Remove dirt, rubbish or impurities of the interior of vehicles, including consoles and dashboards; vacuum car seats and carpets; clean hinges and door trims.

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follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health

Adhere to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures for activities that involve hazardous substances, such as bacteria, allergens, waste oil, paint or brake fluids that result in illness or injury.

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wash vehicles

Wash and dry vehicle and ensure that paint is kept intact by waxing and polishing vehicle using the appropriate tools.

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clean equipment

Perform cleaning routines after equipment use.

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execute working instructions

Understand, interpret and properly apply work instructions regarding different tasks in the workplace.

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handle chemical cleaning agents

Ensure proper handling, storage, management and disposal of cleaning chemicals (CIP) in accordance with regulations.

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The chemicals include hazardous materials.
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maintain work area cleanliness

Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.

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manage stocked company material

Maintain company material and stocked product inventory by keeping track of stock profiles and locations.

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Optional knowledge 2 competences

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Cross-sector

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health, safety and hygiene legislation

The set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.

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teamwork principles

The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.

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Optional skills and competences 7 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

1 competence
report accounts of the professional activity

Recount events and facts which happened in professional contexts.

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Cross-sector

6 competences
communicate with customers

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

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cooperate with colleagues

Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.

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drive vehicles

Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.

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ensure client orientation

Take actions which support business activities by considering client needs and satisfaction. This involves understanding what customers want, providing advices, selling products and services or processing complaints, while adopting a positive attitude.

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fix minor vehicle scratches

Fix minor vehicle dents and scratches with touch-up paint.

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perform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly way

Undertake all cleaning duties in a manner which minimises environmental damage, follow methods that lessen pollution and wastage of resources.

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