Assessor Resource

AHCMOM209A
Conduct dozer operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to the operation and maintenance of dozers to undertake earthworks projects.

This unit covers the process of using dozers to undertake earthwork operations and defines the standard required to: operate the machine safely; operate the machine's features and attachments consistent with operator manual; carry out day to day servicing and minor maintenance.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

operate the machine safely,

operate the machine's features and attachments consistent with operator manual, and

carry out day to day servicing and minor maintenance.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

identify hazards and implement safe work procedures

access, interpret and apply technical information

maintain equipment records

use relevant hand tools

work wearing personal protective equipment

operate dozers in accordance with site/manufacturer's specifications

use literacy skills to follow sequenced written instructions and record information accurately and legibly

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

Required knowledge

site and equipment safety requirement

equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational and maintenance procedures

environmental legislation and impacts of dozer operations

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Type of works conducted may include

irrigation channels

shed sites

farm dams

tracks

silage pits

erosion control.

Types of machines include:

all types and sizes of dozers deployed in rural landscapes.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Start-up, park-up, shut-down and communication procedures are carried out in accordance with manufacturers' requirements. 
Dozer controls and functions, including blade tilt and pitch and ripper, are effectively used to complete a range of tasks. 
Safe towing of equipment and plant is carried out in accordance with the authorised equipment and/or connection capabilities. 
Dozers are driven onto/off low loaders in accordance with site and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and procedures. 
Inspection and fault finding are conducted in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and/or site requirements and reported. 
Routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks are carried out to manufacturers' and/or site requirements. 
Minor maintenance is carried out to manufacturers' and/or site requirements. 
Records are maintained in accordance with site requirements. 
Vehicle washing is carried out to manufacturers' specifications and/or site requirements and environmental aspects. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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