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RIIVEH307D
Operate heavy rigid vehicle

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to Operate heavy rigid vehicle in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

This unit is appropriate for those working in supervisory and technical specialist roles.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

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Evidence Required

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1. Plan and prepare for heavy rigid vehicle operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply vehicle haulage documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Access, read, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work in accordance with site procedures

1.3 Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements, before proceeding

1.4 Prepare vehicle written records and carry out log-on procedures

2. Operate heavy rigid vehicle

2.1 Resolve coordination activities with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2.2 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures

2.3 Operate ancillary attachments to the heavy rigid vehicle

2.4 Operate heavy rigid vehicle with and without ancillary attachments

2.5 Manage engine power, ensure efficiency of vehicle movement, minimise strain to the engine and drive line

2.6 Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

2.7 Complete work activity within the operating capacity of the heavy rigid vehicle

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1 Carry out visual and physical equipment inspections and fault finding

3.2 Carry out schedule of routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks

3.3 Carry out schedule of minor maintenance

3.4 Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks

3.5 Process written records and reports

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare for heavy rigid vehicle operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply vehicle haulage documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Access, read, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work in accordance with site procedures

1.3 Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements, before proceeding

1.4 Prepare vehicle written records and carry out log-on procedures

2. Operate heavy rigid vehicle

2.1 Resolve coordination activities with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2.2 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures

2.3 Operate ancillary attachments to the heavy rigid vehicle

2.4 Operate heavy rigid vehicle with and without ancillary attachments

2.5 Manage engine power, ensure efficiency of vehicle movement, minimise strain to the engine and drive line

2.6 Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

2.7 Complete work activity within the operating capacity of the heavy rigid vehicle

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1 Carry out visual and physical equipment inspections and fault finding

3.2 Carry out schedule of routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks

3.3 Carry out schedule of minor maintenance

3.4 Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks

3.5 Process written records and reports

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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
Access, interpret and apply vehicle haulage documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Access, read, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work in accordance with site procedures 
Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements, before proceeding 
Prepare vehicle written records and carry out log-on procedures 
Resolve coordination activities with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity 
Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures 
Operate ancillary attachments to the heavy rigid vehicle 
Operate heavy rigid vehicle with and without ancillary attachments 
Manage engine power, ensure efficiency of vehicle movement, minimise strain to the engine and drive line 
Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations 
Complete work activity within the operating capacity of the heavy rigid vehicle 
Carry out visual and physical equipment inspections and fault finding 
Carry out schedule of routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks 
Carry out schedule of minor maintenance 
Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks 
Process written records and reports 

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