Assessor Resource

DEFTRP002
Operate a vehicle at night

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to drive, navigate and direct a vehicle at night under field conditions using white, reduced and blackout lighting where the threat(s) by an adversary or enemy may prohibit the full use of normal vehicle headlights, tail lights and interior lighting. In these circumstances, to assist in the control, operation and navigation of the vehicle, the driver may use guides and other aids, including specialist ‘blackout’ lighting equipment fitted to vehicles.

This unit was developed for military drivers in a threat environment, but is applicable to any individuals who work in this field.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under direct and indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform routine tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare a vehicle for driving at night

1.1 Conduct serviceability check of vehicle and any external aids to night driving.

1.2 Rectify and report any faults.

1.3 Configure vehicle for night driving.

2. Drive a vehicle at night

2.1 Drive vehicle at night using various types of lighting and external aids in different types of terrain, road and light conditions.

2.2 Respond to directions from a co-driver and a guide, both with and without the assistance of external aids.

2.3 Navigate vehicle at night using navigational equipment.

3. Direct a vehicle at night

3.1 Identify, obtain and check appropriate external aids for serviceability.

3.2 Rectify or report any vehicle faults.

3.3 Direct vehicle using external aids.

3.4 Retrieve and check aids and return external to storage area.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

scanning terrain

judging terrain, distance and speed at night

driving a vehicle at night under normal lighting conditions

manoeuvring a vehicle in confined spaces

navigating a vehicle

responding to directions when driving

reading maps and using navigational aids

driving and navigating a vehicle at night using white, reduced and blackout lighting

acting as guide while using external aids

preparing a vehicle for night driving then driving the vehicle under field conditions in a range of environments including cross country, and on tracks and formed roads utilising the three types of lighting under a range of lighting and driving conditions

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

WHS requirements for driving at night

characteristics of night vision

vehicle navigation

vehicle signalling and directing techniques

Competency should be demonstrated as part of a broader assessment activity involving the tactical deployment of drivers and vehicles over an extended period.

Competency should be assessed progressively with the levels of complexity of driving with reduced lighting increasing i.e. the sequence should be white, reduced, then blackout. Activities should commence with the receipt of instructions for a night move. The individual should be assessed in the inspection and preparation of the vehicle for night driving.

Assessment under the particular light condition should test the individual’s competence including the conduct of more complex tasks including manoeuvring in confined spaces with and without the use of guides and associated aids. Navigation may be assessed as part of a vehicle navigation exercise conducted under various lighting conditions driving cross country as well as on tracks and sealed roads.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare a vehicle for driving at night

1.1 Conduct serviceability check of vehicle and any external aids to night driving.

1.2 Rectify and report any faults.

1.3 Configure vehicle for night driving.

2. Drive a vehicle at night

2.1 Drive vehicle at night using various types of lighting and external aids in different types of terrain, road and light conditions.

2.2 Respond to directions from a co-driver and a guide, both with and without the assistance of external aids.

2.3 Navigate vehicle at night using navigational equipment.

3. Direct a vehicle at night

3.1 Identify, obtain and check appropriate external aids for serviceability.

3.2 Rectify or report any vehicle faults.

3.3 Direct vehicle using external aids.

3.4 Retrieve and check aids and return external to storage area.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

scanning terrain

judging terrain, distance and speed at night

driving a vehicle at night under normal lighting conditions

manoeuvring a vehicle in confined spaces

navigating a vehicle

responding to directions when driving

reading maps and using navigational aids

driving and navigating a vehicle at night using white, reduced and blackout lighting

acting as guide while using external aids

preparing a vehicle for night driving then driving the vehicle under field conditions in a range of environments including cross country, and on tracks and formed roads utilising the three types of lighting under a range of lighting and driving conditions

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

WHS requirements for driving at night

characteristics of night vision

vehicle navigation

vehicle signalling and directing techniques

Competency should be demonstrated as part of a broader assessment activity involving the tactical deployment of drivers and vehicles over an extended period.

Competency should be assessed progressively with the levels of complexity of driving with reduced lighting increasing i.e. the sequence should be white, reduced, then blackout. Activities should commence with the receipt of instructions for a night move. The individual should be assessed in the inspection and preparation of the vehicle for night driving.

Assessment under the particular light condition should test the individual’s competence including the conduct of more complex tasks including manoeuvring in confined spaces with and without the use of guides and associated aids. Navigation may be assessed as part of a vehicle navigation exercise conducted under various lighting conditions driving cross country as well as on tracks and sealed roads.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Conduct serviceability check of vehicle and any external aids to night driving. 
Rectify and report any faults. 
Configure vehicle for night driving. 
Drive vehicle at night using various types of lighting and external aids in different types of terrain, road and light conditions. 
Respond to directions from a co-driver and a guide, both with and without the assistance of external aids. 
Navigate vehicle at night using navigational equipment. 
Identify, obtain and check appropriate external aids for serviceability. 
Rectify or report any vehicle faults. 
Direct vehicle using external aids. 
Retrieve and check aids and return external to storage area. 
Conduct serviceability check of vehicle and any external aids to night driving. 
Rectify and report any faults. 
Configure vehicle for night driving. 
Drive vehicle at night using various types of lighting and external aids in different types of terrain, road and light conditions. 
Respond to directions from a co-driver and a guide, both with and without the assistance of external aids. 
Navigate vehicle at night using navigational equipment. 
Identify, obtain and check appropriate external aids for serviceability. 
Rectify or report any vehicle faults. 
Direct vehicle using external aids. 
Retrieve and check aids and return external to storage area. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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