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QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Contents
1. Introduction and Contacts..….……….…….P.1
2. Qualifications Pack……….………………........P.2
3. Glossary of Key Terms ………………...........P.3
 OS describe what
individuals need
to do, know and
understand in
order to carry out
a particular job
role or function
 OS are
performance
standards that
individuals must
achieve when
carrying out
functions in the
workplace,
together with
specifications of
the underpinning
knowledge and
understanding
ASDC, Core 4-B, 5th
Floor, India Habitat
Centre, Lodhi
Road,New Delhi
E-mail:
skc@asdc.org.in
4. NOS Units……………………..……….……..……..P.5
Introduction
Qualifications Pack-Workshop Manager
SECTOR: AUTOMOTIVE
SUB-SECTOR: AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE SERVICE
OCCUPATION: WORKSHOP OPERATIONS
JOB ROLE: WORKSHOP MANAGER
REFERENCE ID: ASC/ Q 1606
ALIGNED TO : NCO-2004/Nil
Workshop Manager: is also known as Workshop In-charge or Service Manager.
Brief Job Description: A Workshop Manager is responsible for the overall
management and service aspects of a workshop. The individual manages repair and
maintenance of the vehicles in the workshop and also ensures proper functioning of
workshop as per the guidelines of the OEM and manages workshop personnel.
Personal Attributes: An individual on this job must have good communication and
interpersonal skills in addition to being a team player, as the job requires
coordination with various internal and external stakeholders (like components
dealers and field service manpower) to manage the workshop. The individual should
have participative leadership skills to lead an effective team of technicians,
supervisors and workshop support staff to motivate, train and provide overall work
direction to the workshop staff. The individual must also have some financial
knowledge to understand and monitor the overall profitability of the workshop.The
individual should be systems and process oriented person to ensure various
procedures and processes in the workshop.
Job Details
Qualifications Pack For Workshop Manager
Qualifications Pack Code
ASC/ Q 1606
Job Role
Workshop Manager
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Drafted on
24/06/13
Last reviewed on
24/06/13
Next review date
24/06/15
Sub-sector
Occupation
Automotive Vehicle
Service
Workshop
Operations
Job Role
Role Description
NSQF level
Minimum Educational Qualifications
Maximum Educational Qualifications
Training
(Suggested but not mandatory)
Workshop Manager
Manages the overall workshop including various repair and
maintenance activities in the workshop as per the OEM
guidelines
8
Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering
B.E/ B.Tech in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Automobile engineering
On the job training
 Desirable for ASDC Automotive Workshop Manager
Level 8 Certificate or Bachelor’s in Mechanical/
Electrical/ Automobile Engineering
 Compulsory for all other qualifications

Experience

2-3 years if ASDC Automotive Workshop Manager
Level 8 Certificate or B.E/ B.Tech in Mechanical/
Electrical/ Automobile engineering
8 - 10 years for other qualifications
Compulsory:
Occupational Standards (OS)
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Performance Criteria
ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
ASC/ N 1609: Liaise with other stakeholders for complaint
resolution
ASC/ N 0004: Manage customer relationship and quality
service
ASC/ N 0005: Supervise and evaluate performance
ASC/ N 0001: Plan and organise work to meet expected
outcomes
ASC/ N 0002: Work effectively in a team
ASC/ N 0003: Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working
environment
As described in the relevant NOS Units
Qualifications Pack For Workshop Manager
Definitions
Keywords /Terms
Core Skills/Generic
Skills
Dealership
Description
Function
Sub-Sector
Job role
Knowledge and
Understanding
National Occupational
Standards (NOS)
Occupation
Organisational Context
Performance Criteria
Qualifications Pack(QP)
Qualifications Pack
Code
Scope
Sector
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Description
Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning
and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any
work environment. In the context of the NOS, these include
communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.
A business established or operated under an authorisation to sell or
distribute an automotive company’s goods and services
Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be
helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the
appropriate NOS they are looking for.
Function is is
anderived
activityfrom
necessary
for achieving
the
key purpose
Sub-sector
a further
breakdown
based
on the of the
sector, occupation,
or area ofofwork,
which can be carried out by a person
characteristics
and interests
its components.
or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional
analysis and form the basis of NOS.
Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique
employment opportunity in an organisation.
Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the
technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge
that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian
context.
Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of
functions in an industry.
Organisational Context includes the way the organisation is structured
and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge
managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.
Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard
of performance required when carrying out a task.
Qualifications Pack comprises the set of NOS, together with the
educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A
Qualifications Pack is assigned a unique qualification pack code.
Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a
qualifications pack.
Scope is the set of statements specifying the range of variables that an
individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have
a critical impact on the quality of performance required.
Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar
businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the
economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.
Qualifications Pack For Workshop Manager
Sub-functions
Technical Knowledge
Unit Code
Unit Title
Vertical
Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfill the achieving the
objectives of the function.
Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish
specific designated responsibilities.
Unit Code is a unique identifier for an NOS unit, which can be denoted
with an ‘N’.
Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent
should be able to do.
Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain
areas or the client industries served by the industry.
Acronyms
Keywords /Terms
Description
MIS
Management Information System
NOS
National Occupational Standard(s)
NVEQF
National Vocational Education Qualifications Framework
NVQF
National Vocational Qualifications Framework
NSQF
National Skills Qualifications Framework
OEM
Original Equipment Manufacturer
OS
Occupational Standard(s)
QP
Qualifications Pack
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ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
National Occupational
Standards
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills
required of an individual to manage the overall workshop operations including
the service, maintenance and repair of vehicles in the workshop.
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ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
ASC/ N 1608
Manage workshop operations
This OS unit is about an individual managing the overall workshop operations
including the service, maintenance and repair of the vehicles in the workshop as per
the guidelines of the respective OEM.
This unit/task covers the following:
 manage and supervise workshop operations with respect to service,
maintenance and repair of the vehicles
 ensure proper systems, processes and automotive best practices are
followed including those related to vehicle service, warranty, kaizen or
any other as specified by the respective OEM
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Manage overall
workshop operations
and ensure
implementation of
proper systems
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
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PC1. monitor overall workshop operations related to service, maintenance and
repair of vehicles
PC2. manage the workshop personnel across various level (including mechanic and
back office team) keeping the overall volume of vehicles and financial
profitability in mind as per the OEM guidelines:
 identify manpower gaps amongst the mechanics and other back office staff
(including spare parts, service advisors, warranty etc.) for various workshop
bays
 recruit trained workshop personnel that is competent enough to carry out
the overall service and repair process of the vehicles as per the OEM
guidelines
 allocate the supervisors/ service advisors/ mechanics/ technical specialist
across the various bays in the workshop
 timely communication of incentive schemes and ensure proper distribution
of the rewards / incentives to maintain higher levels of motivation amongst
the workshop manpower
PC3. evaluate performance of Workshop personnel and ensure
 proper training needs are assessed for existing employees & actual training
for the newly recruited manpower as specified by the OEM specific technical
training especially on the new technologies required for the workshop
manpower and nominate people to attend those trainings (like CNG, BS-3
engines etc.)
 proper identification of workshop manpower to attend trainings on service
and repair aspects of newly launched vehicles or any other product refresh
as introduced by the OEM periodically
ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
PC4. Ensure discipline and adherence of personnel to organisation’s regulations
PC5. manage day to day trouble-shooting as a result of adverse performance of
vehicles due to various components/ aggregates or any other escalation done
by the customers
PC6. ensure that service, repair and maintenance of the vehicles is done in a timely
manner and within the cost estimates as per the OEM guidelines
PC7. monitor faults, failure of the respective auto component/ aggregate and
escalate the technical fault to the concerned person
PC8. provide personnel protective equipment to all people working on the bays of
the workshop to promote a safe working environment
PC9. manage the maintenance of workshop facilities and other tools including fixed
equipment
PC10. ensure full optimised utilisation of manpower and resources to achieve planned
revenue and profitability targets for the Workshop through both direct service
& repairs as well as non-vehicular sales (including spares& lube/ aggregates,
reconditioned aggregates and annual maintenance contracts)
PC11. ensure quality of workmanship in all service, repair and maintenance and other
workshop operations carried out
PC12. ensure availability of spare parts, lubricants and other materials as per the
requirements of the Workshop
PC13. select right tools (including various special tools) /equipment/machinery
needed for the Workshop as per the mandated OEM guidelines
PC14. liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth functioning of
workshop
PC15. report to the superiors on overall functioning of the Workshop and on any
requirements/ challenges/ problems faced which needs his attention
PC16. liaison with OEMs, vendors including field staff for auto -components/
aggregate suppliers and other external stakeholders to ensure smooth
functioning of workshop and help in early resolution of pending issues
pertaining to the service and maintenance or performance related
aspects of the vehicle
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organisational
Context
(Knowledge of the
Company/
Organisation and
its processes)
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The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. standard operating procedures of the Organisation/ Dealership for inspection,
maintenance, servicing and repair of vehicles
KA2. standard operating procedures for servicing, repair and replacement of various
auto parts/ aggregates mandated by the OEM
KA3. safety requirements for equipment and auto-components/ aggregates as
prescribed by the OEM
KA4. documentation requirements for each procedure carried out as part of roles
and responsibilities regarding the service, maintenance and repair across
various job roles in a workshop as specified by the respective OEM
KA5. Organisational and professional code of ethics and standards of practice
KA6. safety and health policies and regulations for the workplace as well as for
automotive trade in general (e.g. safe practices while working in pits/ under
ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
vehicles)
B. Technical
Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. the technical specifications of various OEM vehicular products as well as those
manufactured by the competitors
KB2. the basic technology used in the overall functioning of various components/
aggregates (especially the core aggregates like engine, gear box, propeller shaft,
clutch and brake assembly, transmission systems, axles etc.)
KB3. how to train and provide guidance (both technical and soft skills) to the
workshop employees and staff in all matters relating to the overall automotive
service, maintenance and repair of OEM vehicles
KB4. the technical aspects communicated from Service, Product planning or Quality
control, R&D departments of the OEM (through various service circulars) are
communicated to the workshop team though regular meetings to ensure
proper adherence
KB5. various aspects of retro-fitments to be specified batch of vehicles as indicated
by service or production and planning department of the OEM
KB6. Purchase orders, invoices, job cards, feedback forms or any other service
related documents as specified by the respective OEM
KB7. how to check and regularly monitor all tools and equipment for efficient use&
ensure timely calibration of the various tools &equipment’s as specified by the
tool manufacturer
KB8. how to maintain manuals on vehicles repair and service and communicate the
technical information to the workshop manpower
KB9. the plan and process required to carry out preventive maintenance schedules
for workshop tools and equipment
KB10. how to liaise with suppliers to manage and ensure warranties and service
guidelines
KB11. how to advice staff to deal with customers on various technical issues
contributing to adverse vehicle performance in a professional manner to ensure
customer satisfaction
KB12. how to create regular reports on service and workshop performance basis the
vehicles attended by the workshop
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
SA2. prepare all diagnostic and repair reports of various components/ aggregates in
a vehicle along with the detailed failure or complaint investigation reports
SA3. prepare the overall profitability report for the workshop including the vehicle
inflow, spare parts consumption and the strategy highlighting the way forward
to increase the overall profitability
SA4. write in at least one language
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ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
Reading skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5. read the reports and details mentioned on the job card, technician notes and
warranty schemes
SA6. read and understand various service &maintenance circulars issued by the
OEM/ auto-components manufacturer
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA7. interact with the customers in a professional and courteous manner even for
the irate customers
SA8. interact with various stakeholders (including OEM, auto components field
service manpower or any other external agency) regarding warranty decision
and other service and routine maintenance of the vehicles
SA9. interact with team members to work efficiently
Decision making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. decide the training needs (especially on technical aspects of new product
introduction, existing product refreshes or any new technologies like CNG, BS3/4 etc.) required to improve the workshop personnel performance
SB2. decide the optimised process at the workshop to ensure smooth operations
SB3. analyse all options available regarding repair or replacement of the various
aggregates/ components in a vehicles post diagnostic of the fault
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. plan work according to the required schedule and location
SB5. plan the daily operations at the workshop in the morning to ensure the smooth
flow of service & maintenance of the vehicles
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. ensure that service provided is of the highest order to ensure higher levels of
customer satisfaction
SB7. ensure proper terms& conditions are conveyed to the targeted customer
purchasing reconditioned aggregates or Annual Maintenance Contracts (Non vehicular sales) to ensure higher customer satisfaction
SB8. ensure proper attention to off-road breakdown vehicle
Problem solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and
evaluate options and implement solutions
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SB10. determine the critical problems that need urgent action
SB11. determine the appropriate action needed for the off-road breakdown vehicles
to ensure timely attention is provided and vehicles is put on-road quickly
SB12. develop solutions for identified faults and issues in the various components/
aggregates of the vehicle and ensure that the necessary corrective action is
performed in timely & cost effective manner
SB13. liaison with OEM Sales support or auto-component field service functions to
ensure proper arrangements and documentation as mandated by the OEM
Analytical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB14. analyse available information and evaluate results to identify the best solution
available for the particular fault
SB15. evaluate the complexity of tasks to be performed in the workshop to determine
its feasibility with respect to cost and time taken
Critical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB16. use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative
solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
SB17. evaluate the information gathered from the job card/ technician notes,
warranty claims and maintenance details and take appropriate action to ensure
maximum customer satisfaction with overall performance of the vehicle
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ASC/ N 1608: Manage workshop operations
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 1608
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Automotive Vehicle
Service
Drafted on
24/06/13
Last reviewed on
24/06/13
Next review date
24/06/15
Industry Sub-sector
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ASC/ N 1609: Liaise with other stakeholders for complaint resolution
National Occupational
Standards
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills
required of an individual to liaise with other automotive stakeholders to ensure
resolution of complaints quickly and in a cost effective manner.
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ASC/ N 1609: Liaise with other stakeholders for complaint resolution
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
ASC/ N 1609
Liaise with other stakeholders for complaint resolution
This OS unit is about an individual liaising with external automotive stakeholders to
ensure resolution of complaints quickly and in a cost effective manner.
This unit/task covers the following:
 liaise with ancillary dealers, auto-component field service team, other OEM
dealers , auto-component distributors, auto-component repair workshops etc. for
service & other technical related processes
 gather information on faults finding & failure-analysis and follow-up on the
existing complaints or any new complaint reported by the customer on newly
launched or exiting vehicles
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Liaison with other
stakeholders for
failure analysis and
complaint resolution
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. establish smooth system for gathering technical information from the field as
well the competitors using the same components/ aggregates
PC2. obtain sufficient information from the job card to understand the potential
reason of the fault in the vehicle before communicating it to external
stakeholders
PC3. identify routine technical issues with the ancillary suppliers (including those
supplying Fuel Injection Pumps, tyres, injectors, propeller shafts, axles, clutch
and brake assembly or any other electrical equipment like horn, alternator,
wiring harness etc.)
PC4. establish good contacts with the various external stakeholders in quick
resolution of the technical issues faced by the customer
PC5. inform OEM product development & service team / auto-component field team
about technical and performance issues arising in the area
PC6. handle customer complaints regarding product and escalate it concerned
person in the OEM/ Component manufacturer through a detailed CIR
(Complaint Investigation Report)
PC7. manage the availability of spare parts through OEM or auto-components spare
distributors
PC8. handle problems related to break down of vehicles outside the premises of the
workshop and ensure quick resolution of the issues so that the vehicle can be
put on road quickly
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organisational
Context
(Knowledge of the
Company/
Organisation and
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The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. standard operating procedures for service, repair and replacement of vehicles
according to the mandated terms and conditions
KA2. standard operating procedures for servicing, repair and replacement of parts
its processes)
B. Technical
Knowledge
ASC/ N 1609: Liaise with other stakeholders for complaint resolution
mandated by the OEM including the warranty terms & conditions of various
aggregates/auto components
KA3. safety requirements for equipment and components/ aggregates as prescribed
by the OEM
KA4. documentation requirements for each procedure carried out as part of roles
and responsibilities
KA5. institutional and professional code of ethics and standards of practice
KA6. safety and health policies and regulations for the workplace as well as for
automotive trade in general (e.g. safe practices while working in pits/ under
vehicles)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. the required technical information on various components/ aggregates
KB2. warranty policies and terms and conditions for various aggregates/
components and communicate that to the customer along with escalation to
superior authorities in case of any disagreement
KB3. the technical problems related with a particular breakdown situation and
required procedures to bring the vehicle on-road quickly
KB4. the fault correction diagnosis and refer to the correct person for repair or
replacement
KB5. how to manage availability of key spare parts, other accessories and vital
components in case of urgent requirement for repair/ maintenance of the
vehicle
KB6. how to liaise and coordinate with automotive spare parts manager, sales
function and the manufacturing plant for the specific vehicles or auto
component/ aggregate
KB7. the resolution/ redress mechanism for the technical issues pertaining to
repeated customer complaints on the vehicle or any specific component/
aggregate
KB8. how to monitor product performance against the competitor, gather feedbacks
and convey them to the concerned external agencies
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. complete and maintain workplace records
SA2. record all diagnostic inspections and tests carried out on a vehicle
SA3. convert the investigation/ diagnostics into a report that can be escalated to the
OEM/ auto component manufacturer
Reading skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. read and interpret workplace related documentation
SA5. read and understand the various warranty manuals and terms & conditions for
components/ aggregates as specified by their manufacturer
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Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA6. clearly communicate workplace information and ideas with workplace
colleagues (verbal and non-verbal), including use of automotive terms
SA7. use terms, names, grades, and other nomenclature pertaining to the
automotive trade, tools, specific workshop equipment etc.
SA8. communicate with colleagues and customers to handle verbal enquiries, such
as clarifying instructions and responding to requests for information
Decision making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. determine the nature and objective of the analysis and evaluation required and
decide on the diagnostic techniques to be applied as mandated by the external
stakeholders like component manufacturer
SB2. decide the nature of the complaint and proper escalation mechanism as
mandated by organisational guidelines
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB3. plan work assigned on a daily basis and provide estimates of time required for
each piece of work
SB4. prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes
Customercentricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. interpret the needs of customers by evaluating job cards and talking to external
stakeholders like auto component/ aggregate distributors and field service
manpower
SB6. ensure that any major faults arising out of poor maintenance of the vehicle is
conveyed to the customer (especially in case of non-adherence to terms &
conditions which may lead to rejection of warranty)
SB7. ensure that customer needs are assessed and in case of rejection of warranty
by the ancillary suppliers, build up a proper case for claim to be processed
under goodwill gesture (technical or commercial)
Problem solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB8. escalate the complex failure reports to the superior authority
SB9. gather information and diagnosis results to provide assistance to solve
problems facing the customer
SB10. liaise to get the issues/ problems of the customer solved in a time bound
manner
SB11. ensure practical and cost-effective diagnosis to common off-road breakdowns
reported by the vehicles outside the workshop within the OEM/ manufacturers
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guidelines
Analytical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB12. analyse the complexity of faults/ problems to determine the level of escalation
required to the external stakeholders including components/ aggregate
distributor/ component field force manpower/ OEM service manpower
Critical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. analyse, evaluate and apply the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication to act efficiently
SB14. critically observe various symptoms affecting the performance of the vehicle &
convey the findings of the root cause to the concerned authorities for quick
resolution of the issue
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ASC/ N 1609: Liaise with other stakeholders for complaint resolution
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 1609
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Automotive Vehicle
Service
Drafted on
12/06/13
Last reviewed on
12/06/13
Next review date
12/06/15
Industry Sub-sector
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ASC/ N 0004: Manage Customer relationship and quality service
National Occupational
Standards
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills
required of an individual to manage relationship with customers, providing
quality service and ensuring complete satisfaction.
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ASC/ N 0004: Manage Customer relationship and quality service
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
ASC/ N 0004
Manage customer relationship and quality service
This NOS unit is about an individual managing relationship with customers, providing
quality service and ensuring complete satisfaction.
This unit/task covers the following:
 understand complete customer requirements and deliver accordingly to
maintain total customer satisfaction with enriching and pleasant customer
experience
 resolve complete customer queries, issues & complaints timely including
settlement of warranty claims and other performance related issues as per
the various terms & conditions and guidelines
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Manage the total
customer satisfaction
with enriching &
pleasant customer
experience
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1.
PC2.
PC3.
PC4.
PC5.
PC6.
analyse and comprehend all customer requirements and needs
document complete customer requisites and assess them
deliver and assist in delivering as per the noted requirements
understand complete customer queries and complaints
document all customer queries in the prescribed format of the organisation
ensure least turnaround time for any customer query handling/redressal
especially issues related to warranty claims and other performance related
issues
PC7. maximise customer satisfaction through pleasant and excellent customer
experience within the organisations framework
PC8. document feedbacks and reviews from the customers & implement within the
framework of the organization
PC9. maintain a healthy & professional relationship with the customers especially key
accounts and influencers in the market
Knowledge and Understanding (K) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Knowledge and Understanding
B. Organisational
Context
(Knowledge of the
Company/
Organisation and
its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
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KA1. standard operating procedures within one’s own organisation
KA2. standard operating procedures for query and complaint reporting along with
their redressal mechanism in the organisation
KA3. framework and guidelines as prescribed by the organisation for query and
complaint redressal
KA4. customer Relationship Management (CRM) related framework provided by the
organisation
KA5. terms & conditions agreed between the respective auto component/ aggregate
and the various OEMs/ OEM channel partners for supply, procurement of the
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ASC/ N 0004: Manage Customer relationship and quality service
various auto components/ aggregates
KA6. documentation requirements for each procedure carried out as part of roles
and responsibilities as per the organizational guidelines
KA7. organisational and professional code of ethics and standards of practice
KA8. safety and health policies and regulations for the workplace
B. Technical
Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. the technical specifications of various OEM vehicles and the different variant/
model of auto components/ aggregates used along with those of the
competitor auto component manufacturer
KB2. how to collaborate with the organizational manufacturing engineering, product
management teams along with the service team of the respective OEM vehicle
and local channel partner service team
KB3. documentation requirements from the customers with respect to warranty
claims and other performance related feedback on the for respective OEM
vehicle
KB4. requirements of the customers and suggest delivery accordingly
KB5. software or format used to capture for Customer Relationship Management
(CRM) within the organisation
KB6. software or format such as MS word, excel, PowerPoint and Management
Information System (MIS)
KB7. how to capture customer voice/ feedback on the auto components/ aggregates
for various OEM vehicles on price, performance, availability of spares, warranty
& other service-related aspects etc.
KB8. detailed technical and performance specifications of the auto component for
various OEM vehicles
Skills (S) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Skills
C. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. create documents required on the job (including database on key customers/
accounts and major retailers, response or feedback forms, customer-query
sheets, response or feedback sheets etc.)
SA2. either write or get it done from subordinates, a detailed failure report analysis
in case of a failed component/ aggregate escalating to the auto component
manufacturer
SA3. write in at least one language
Reading skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4.
SA5.
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read feedback from customers on warranty and other performance related
aspects
read the specific requirements, queries that the customer may have on
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various auto components including any specific technical query
SA6. read brochures and technical specifications of the vehicle provided by the
OEM and channel partner (Dealership)
SA7. read policies and regulations pertinent to the job
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
D. Professional Skills
SA8. interact with the customers for getting their requirements, queries and
feedbacks
SA9. interact with organisation’s internal stakeholders for efficient customer
relationship management interact with team members to work efficiently
Decision making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. analyse information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve
problems
SB2. analyse any potential issue that may affect the performance of the vehicle and
convey it in a timely manner
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand plan:
SB3. plan work assigned on a daily basis
SB4. follow up regularly on potential complaints, issues raised by the customer
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. ensure that customer needs are assessed and satisfactory service is provided
SB6. ensure that performance of the auto-component is up to the mark and any
pending issues or complaints are resolved in a timely manner according to the
terms & conditions mandated by either the OEM or the auto-component
manufacturer
Problem solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB7. analyse all the complaints, queries or issues raised by the customers to either
the OEM channel partner/ auto component dealer/ retailer in the market
SB8. deliver and act as per the organisation provided/guided resolutions
SB9. liaise with all stakeholders to ensure hassle-free resolution of the complaints
by the concerned customer in a timely fashion
Analytical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB10. evaluate and identify areas of complaints from the customer affecting the
performance of his vehicle
SB11. assess time and cost required for customer resolution based on complaints,
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problems or queries identified
SB12. evaluate and identify key customer experience enhancing areas
Critical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. evaluate the information gathered from the customer complaint report and
utilise it to identify timely resolutions
SB14. evaluate the information gathered from the market (including retail segment,
key accounts/ customers and OEM along with the OEM channel partners) and
use it to ensure higher customer satisfaction
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 0004
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Drafted on
23/07/13
Industry Sub-sector
NA
Last reviewed on
23/07/13
Next review date
23/07/15
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National Occupational
Standards
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills
required of an individual to supervise and evaluate the performance of
subordinates to ensure higher levels of motivation.
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National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
ASC/ N 0005
Supervise and evaluate performance
This NOS unit is about an individual who supervise and evaluate the performance of
one’s subordinates to ensure higher levels of motivation.
This unit/task covers the following:
 supervise all activities performed by subordinates and reporting executives and
evaluate their performance
 ensure and implement strict adherence of all activities performed by
subordinates to organisational guidelines
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Supervise & evaluate
performance of all
subordinates and
reporting executives
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. set goals and targets as per organisational directives for all reporting executives
PC2. create quantified measures and metrics to analyse the performance delivered
by subordinates
PC3. set tangible and achievable incentives for subordinates as per the goals and
targets assigned
PC4. ensure and implement strict adherence of all activities performed by
subordinates to organisational guidelines
PC5. monitor and supervise all the activities performed by subordinates and ensure
optimisation to achieve the set goals
PC6. evaluate performance of subordinates and reporting executives on the
designed measures and metrics as per the guidelines of the organization
PC7. assist and support reporting executives whenever necessary or applicable
PC8. document all performance indicators and metrics of subordinates in the
prescribed format of organisation
PC9. perform all appraisal related process flow for subordinates, as per respective
performance documents
PC10. handover all the documents and appropriate support measures to human
resources department for official records
PC11. ensure and implement proper process flow for feedbacks and queries received
from subordinates
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
B. Organisational
Context
(Knowledge of the
Company/
Organisation and
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The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. standard operating procedures of the organisation for appraisals, incentives,
promotions and performance evaluation
KA2. standard operating procedures for query and problem reporting and their
redressal in the organisation
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its processes)
B. Technical
Knowledge
KA3. framework and guidelines prescribed by the organisation for query and
problem redressal
KA4. framework and guidelines prescribed by the organisation for performance
evaluations and based appraisals out of it
KA5. documentation requirements for each procedure carried out as part of roles
and responsibilities
KA6. institutional and professional code of ethics and standards of practice
KA7. safety and health policies and regulations for the workplace
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. documentation requirements for appraisals and other performance evaluations
of various subordinate positions
KB2. process flow for performance evaluation, documentation and appraisals related
with them
KB3. subordinate and reporting executive’s problems and queries and documenting
it in the organisation’s prescribed format
KB4. redressal documentations mechanisms available in the organization and acting
accordingly in a timely manner
KB5. Software or Format such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Management
Information System (MIS) as prescribed by the organization
Skills (S)
C. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. communicate information and ideas in writing so that the subordinates and
peers can understand
SA2. create documents required on the job (including requirement sheets, query
sheets, response or feedback sheets etc.)
SA3. write at least one local language
Reading skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. read reviews from subordinates in terms of their requirements, queries and
feedbacks
SA5. read appraisal documents related with any of subordinating position
SA6. read policies and regulations pertinent to the job
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA7. interact with all subordinates to understanding their requirements, queries and
feedbacks on various aspects within the organisation
SA8. interact with organisation’s internal stakeholders to ensure efficient
performance evaluation of the subordinates leading to higher levels of
satisfaction and motivation
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D. Professional Skills
Decision making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. analyse information and evaluate results amongst the various available options
or metrics on the performance indicators to choose best way to motivate
subordinates through:
 rewards and recognition schemes
 promotion
 transfer to other work stream
 nominate for an executive training
 any other monetary or non-monetary benefits
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB2. plan work on a daily basis to ensure higher levels of motivated within the team
supervising wherever required and giving freedom and independence to the
subordinates to ensure high quality work output with minimum superior
guidance leading to holistic development of the subordinate
Customer centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB3. ensure all activities performed by subordinates and reporting executives is in
sync with broader organisational goals to ensure higher customer satisfaction
Problem solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. analyse all the queries or problems posted by subordinates and find an
appropriate solution acceptable to the subordinates
SB5. deliver and act as per the organisation provided/guided resolutions
Analytical thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. evaluate and identify all key requirements of the subordinates and try to solve
various issues to ensure higher motivational levels
SB7. assess additional cost burden as a result of various incentives schemes and
other rewards & recognition schemes for the subordinates and take an
optimum decision to ensure the overall profitability of the organisation
Critical thinking
SB8. The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
evaluate the information gathered from subordinates, and utilise them to find
resolutions within the organisational frameworks
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 0005
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Drafted on
10/06/13
Industry Sub-sector
NA
Last reviewed on
10/06/13
Next review date
10/05/15
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ASC/ N 0001: Plan and organise work to meet expected outcomes
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Standards
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Overview
This unit is about planning and organising an individual’s work in order to
complete it to the required standards, on time and within budget in terms of
cost and material.
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National Occupational Standard
ASC/ N 0001: Plan and organise work to meet expected outcomes
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
ASC/ N 0001
Plan and organise work to meet expected outcomes
This NOS unit is about planning and organising an individual’s work in
order to complete it to the required standards on time.
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:
 work requirements including various activities, deliverables or work
output required in the given time, maintain set quality standards
 appropriate use of resources (both material / equipment’s and
manpower)
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Work requirements
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
including various activities
within the given time and
PC1. keep immediate work area clean and tidy
PC2. treat confidential information as per the organisation’s guidelines
set quality standards
PC3. work in line with organisation’s policies and procedures
PC4. work within the limits of job role
PC5. obtain guidance from appropriate people, where necessary
PC6. ensure work meets the agreed requirements
Appropriate use of
resources
PC7. establish and agree on work requirements with appropriate
people
PC8. manage time, materials and cost effectively
PC9. use resources in a responsible manner
Knowledge and Understanding (K) w.r.t. the scope
Element
Knowledge and Understanding
A. Organisational Context The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
(Knowledge of the
Company/Organisation
KA1. the organisation’s policies, procedures and priorities for area of
and its processes)
work, role and responsibilities in carrying out that work
KA2. the limits of responsibilities and when to involve others
KA3. specific work requirements and who these must be agreed with
KA4. the importance of having a tidy work area and how to do this
KA5. how to prioritize workload according to urgency and importance
and the benefits of this
KA6. the organisation’s policies and procedures for dealing with
confidential information and the importance of complying with
these
KA7. the purpose of keeping others updated with the progress of work
KA8. who to obtain guidance from and the typical circumstances when
this may be required
KA9. the purpose and value of being flexible and adapting work plans
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to reflect change
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
B. Technical Knowledge
KB1.
KB2.
Skills (S) w.r.t. the scope
Element
A. Core Skills/ Generic
Skills
how to complete tasks accurately by following standard
procedures
technical resources needed for work and how to obtain and use
these
Skills
Writing Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. write in at least one language
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA2.read instructions, guidelines/procedures
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA3.ask for clarification and advice from appropriate persons
SA4.communicate orally with colleagues
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make a decision on a suitable course of action appropriate for
accurately completing the task within resources
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB2. agree objectives and work requirements
SB3. plan and organise work to achieve targets and deadlines
Customer Centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. deliver consistent and reliable service to customers
SB5. check own work and ensure it meets customer requirements
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. refer anomalies to the concerned persons
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB7. analyse problems and identify work -arounds taking help from
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concerned persons where required
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB8. apply own judgement to identify solutions in different situations
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 0001
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Drafted on
10/06/13
Industry Sub-sector
NA
Last reviewed on
10/06/13
Next review date
10/06/15
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ASC/ N 0002: Work effectively in a team
National Occupational
Standards
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Overview
This unit is about working effectively with colleagues, either in own work group
or in other work groups within organisation.
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National Occupational Standard
ASC/ N 0002: Work effectively in a team
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
ASC/ N 0002
Work effectively in a team
This NOS unit is about working effectively within a team, either in
individual’s own work group or in other work groups outside the
organisation.
This unit/task covers the following:
Colleagues:
 Interact & communicate effectively with colleagues including
member in the own group as well as other groups
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Interact & communicate
effectively with colleagues
including member in the
own group as well as other
groups
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. maintain clear communication with colleagues (by all means
including face-to-face, telephonic as well as written)
PC2. work with colleagues to integrate work
PC3. pass on information to colleagues in line with organisational
requirements both through verbal as well as non-verbal means
PC4. work in ways that show respect for colleagues
PC5. carry out commitments made to colleagues
PC6. let colleagues know in good time if cannot carry out commitments,
explaining the reasons
PC7. identify problems in working with colleagues and take the initiative
to solve these problems
PC8. follow the organisation’s policies and procedures for working with
colleagues
Knowledge and Understanding (K) w.r.t. the scope
Element
Knowledge and Understanding
A. Organisational Context The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
(Knowledge of the
Company/Organisation
KA1. the organisation’s policies and procedures for working with
and its processes)
colleagues, role and responsibilities in relation to this
KA2. the importance of effective communication and establishing good
working relationships with colleagues
KA3. different methods of communication and the circumstances in
which it is appropriate to use these
KA4. the importance of creating an environment of trust and mutual
respect
KA5. the implications of own work on the work and schedule of others
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
B. Technical Knowledge
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KB1. different types of information that colleagues might need and the
importance of providing this information when it is required
KB2. the importance of helping colleagues with problems, in order to
meet quality and time standards as a team
Skills (S)w.r.t. the scope
Element
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Skills
Writing Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. complete written work with attention to detail
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA2. read instructions, guidelines/procedures
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA3. listen effectively and orally communicate information
SA4. ask for clarification and advice from the concerned person
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make decisions on a suitable course of action or responsekeeping
in view resource utilization while meeting commitments
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB2. plan and organise work to achieve targets and deadlines
Customer Centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB3. check that the work meets customer requirements
SB4. deliver consistent and reliable service to customers
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. apply problem solving approaches in different situations
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. apply balanced judgements to different situations
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 0002
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Drafted on
10/06/13
Industry Sub-sector
NA
Last reviewed on
10/06/13
Next review date
10/06/15
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ASC/ N 0003: Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment
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Standards
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Overview
This unit is about monitoring work place practices and making sure they meet
requirements for health, safety, security and environmental concerns.
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National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
ASC/ N 0003: Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment
ASC/ N 0003
Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment
This NOS unit is about monitoring the working environment and making
sure it meets requirements for health, safety and security.
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:
 Resources (both material & manpower) needed to maintain a safe
working environment as per the prevalent norms & government
policies including emergency procedures for Illness, accidents, fires
or any other reason which may involve evacuation of the premises
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Resources needed to
maintain a safe, secure
working environment
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
comply with organisation’s current health, safety and security
policies and procedures
PC2. report any identified breaches in health, safety, and security
policies and procedures to the designated person
PC3. Coordinate with other resources at the workplace to achieve the
healthy, safe and secure environment for all incorporating all
government norms esp. for emergency situations like fires,
earthquakes etc.
PC4. identify and correct any hazards like illness, accidents, fires or any
other natural calamity safely and within the limits of individual’s
authority
PC5. report any hazards outside the individual’s authority to the
relevant person in line with organisational procedures and warn
other people who may be affected
PC6. follow organisation’s emergency procedures for accidents, fires
or any other natural calamity
PC7. identify and recommend opportunities for improving health,
safety, and security to the designated person
PC8. complete all health and safety records are updates and
procedures well defined
Knowledge and Understanding (K) w.r.t. the scope
Element
Knowledge and Understanding
A. Organisational Context The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
(Knowledge of the
Company/Organisation
KA1. legislative requirements and organisation’s procedures for
and its processes)
health, safety and security and individual’s role and
responsibilities in relation to this
KA2. what is meant by a hazard, including the different types of
health and safety hazards that can be found in the workplace
KA3. how and when to report hazards
KA4. the limits of responsibility for dealing with hazards
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KA5. the organisation’s emergency procedures for different
emergency situations and the importance of following these
KA6. the importance of maintaining high standards of health, safety
and security
KA7. implications that any non-compliance with health, safety and
security may have on individuals and the organisation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
B. Technical Knowledge
KB1. different types of breaches in health, safety and security and how
and when to report these
KB2.evacuation procedures for workers and visitors
KB3.how to summon medical assistance and the emergency
services, where necessary
KB4. how to use the health, safety and accident reporting
Procedures and the importance of these
Skills (S) w.r.t. the scope
Element
A. Core Skills/ Generic
Skills
Skills
Writing Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. complete accurate, well written work with attention to detail
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA2. read instructions, guidelines/procedures/rules
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA3. listen to and orally communicate information with all concerned
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.make decisions on a suitable course of action or response
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB2.plan and organise work to achieve targets and deadlines
Customer Centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB3.build and maintain positive and effective relationships with
colleagues and customers
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4.apply problem solving approaches in different situations
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Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5.analyse data and activities
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6.apply balanced judgements to different situations
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code
ASC/ N 0003
Credits(NSQF)
TBD
Version number
1
Industry
Automotive
Drafted on
10/06/13
Industry Sub-sector
NA
Last reviewed on
10/06/13
Next review date
10/06/15
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