Assessor Resource

TLIC4070A
Tow a disabled heavy vehicle

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to those working in the heavy recovery industry. It does not include salvage operations.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to hook up and unhook a damaged or disabled heavy vehicle.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

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

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

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, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:

conducting an equipment check of heavy recovery ancillary equipment

visually checking recovery equipment as per standard, and stowing appropriately

preparing a route to maximise safety and efficiency and meet organisational requirements

using eco-driving techniques when towing a disabled heavy vehicle

planning trip as required by legislation with a towed vehicle

using communication equipment in a recovery situation

correctly positioning vehicle at an incident

using PPE when towing a vehicle

isolating fault to componentry engine, differential, gearbox, chassis, etc.

interconnecting brakes and lights from recovery vehicle to disabled vehicle as per legislative requirements

applying signage as per legislative requirements

driving and operating recovery vehicle as per legislative requirements

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

a recovery vehicle that is consistent with current industry standards of a heavy recovery vehicle

a vehicle that can be used as a disabled vehicle for the purposes of assessment

tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

Method of assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Simulation is not suitable for final assessment of this unit

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements of the relevant state and territory roads and traffic authority

Distinguishing features of different types of registrable heavy transport vehicles

Major components of modern heavy vehicles, including engine, transmission, differential and braking systems

Occupational health and safety obligations

Relevant persons of authority and their roles

Risk assessment procedures to identify hazards and potential hazards

Appropriate hook-up and unhook processes when towing disabled vehicles

Manufacturer guidelines for operating towing equipment

Techniques for driving safely when towing with regard to mass and dimension and other road users

Fatigue management regulations

Manufacturer guidelines for recovering vehicles and equipment

Vehicle pre-trip equipment checks and preparation

Procedures for using communication systems effectively

Required skills:

Check equipment is ready for use

Communicate effectively

Work collaboratively with others when operating heavy recovery vehicles

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events when operating a heavy recovery vehicle

Apply precautions and required actions to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when towing a disabled heavy vehicle

Monitor and anticipate traffic hazards and take appropriate action

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required PPE, conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Service heavy recovery vehicle equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

RANGE STATEMENT

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Authorities include:

police

fire

ambulance

relevant road authority

Disabled vehicles include:

any road registered vehicle with a mechanical failure

any registrable vehicle with a mechanical failure

any vehicle as described in legislation

Classes of heavy vehicle include:

light rigid

medium rigid

heavy rigid

heavy combination

multi combination

special circumstance vehicle

Personal safety measures include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

protective clothing

high visibility clothing

eye wash kit

Emergency equipment includes:

emergency shutdown controls

evacuation controls

spill equipment

Documentation and records include:

transport regulations as they apply to the enterprise, including local authority regulations and procedures

workplace policies and procedures

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

relevant internal data entry books, including log books, data sheets and load sheets

transport emergency response plan (TERP)

Applicable legislative procedures and codes include:

relevant state and territory:

roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads

road rules

OH&S legislation

fatigue management regulations

environmental protection legislation and regulations

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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
Equipment is checked, serviced and operationally ready for use 
Tow task information is obtained and the type of heavy vehicle and event is determined 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected relevant to the nature of the towing operation 
Any further details of the event are received en route 
Disabled vehicle is approached and recovery vehicle is parked in accordance with safe roadside working procedures 
Appropriate action is taken to ensure the safety of all occupants of the disabled vehicle 
Occupants are moved to the safety of the recovery vehicle, away from the road and recovery vehicle equipment 
Beacons are placed at the immediate approach to the breakdown scene 
Authorities are notified if there is likelihood of danger or undue delays 
All movements between vehicles are confined to the nearside if possible 
Exact nature of the problem is correctly diagnosed to decide on correct method of towing 
Driver is informed of the recovery procedures that will be undertaken 
Recovery vehicle is safely manoeuvred into position to facilitate recovery and to minimise inconvenience to traffic flow 
Towing hook-up procedures are used to connect up disabled vehicle for recovery, ensuring safety standards adequate for the weight of the tow 
Brake control system of the disabled vehicle is interconnected so the brakes can be operated from the recovery vehicle 
Driveline is disconnected in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and secured 
Under lift boom is retracted to the shortest position suitable for towing and lock and check turning clearance 
Warning lights and signs are attached in accordance with regulatory requirements 
Final checks are undertaken and hook-up of disabled vehicle is completed in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements 
Disabled vehicle is safely towed using appropriate defensive driving techniques and procedures 
Disabled vehicle is safely manoeuvred into position in accordance with job requirements 
Brakes of disabled vehicle are engaged and vehicle is chocked 
Unhook procedures are used correctly to safely disconnect disabled vehicle 
Removed driveline components that were disconnected are placed near disabled vehicle 
Disabled vehicle is placed in accordance with organisational and customer requirements 
Recovery vehicle and equipment are cleaned and serviced in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines prior to standing down from the operation 
Operational documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures 

Forms

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