Assessor Resource

TLIE3009A
Use pilot and escort communication

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Work must be carried out in compliance with the licence/permit requirements and regulations of the relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to the piloting and escorting of oversized and overmassed loads.

Work is performed with limited or minimum supervision, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes. It involves the application of routine principles and procedures using pilot and escort communications in a variety of operational contexts.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use pilot and escort communication equipment and resources including deploying/operating the equipment to communicate with drivers of oversized/overmassed vehicles during pilot and escort duties and other relevant personnel, and maintaining all required records. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

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Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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

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 applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Relevant road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements of the relevant state or territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to the piloting and escorting of oversized and overmassed loads

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Types of communication equipment, signage and other communication resources required in escort and piloting operations, and their use

Procedures for communication during escort and piloting operations

Procedures to be followed in the event of an escort or piloting emergency

Available backup communication strategies

Pre-operational checks required for communication equipment, signage and other communication resources needed in escort and piloting operations, and related action

Permit and licence requirements applicable when piloting and escorting oversized and overmassed loads

Documentation requirements for piloting and escorting oversized and overmassed loads

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others using pilot and escort communication equipment and resources

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the use of pilot and escort communication equipment and resources

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the use of pilot and escort communication equipment and resources

Work collaboratively with others when using pilot and escort communication equipment and resources

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when using pilot and escort communication equipment and resources in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may arise when using pilot and escort communication equipment and resources

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

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 communication equipment, signage and other communication resources required during escort and piloting operations

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

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Monitor performance of communication equipment and resources and take appropriate action where required

Service communication equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Operations may include:

all pilot and escort vehicle operations

Pilot and escort operations may be carried out in typical road transport situations, including:

operations conducted at day or night

typical weather conditions

in confined spaces, exposed conditions and controlled or open environment

on the open road

on a private road

in the workplace, warehouse or depot

at a client's workplace

Communication equipment may include:

vehicle signage

light battens

white gloves

directional display boards

radio

satellite phone

flashing lights

headlights

hazard lights

Operational hazards may include (examples only):

wet and iced roads

oil on road

animals and objects on road

fire in vehicle

leaking fuel

faulty brakes

parked vehicles on the road

faulty steering mechanism on vehicle

pedestrians crossing the road

flooded sections of road

windy sections of road

foggy conditions

Personnel to whom communication is directed include:

driver of overmassed and/or oversized vehicle

other drivers on the road

management/supervisors

base personnel

emergency services

regulatory authorities

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Documentation/records may include:

state/territory pilot/escort permit/regulatory requirements

state/territory road rules

workplace procedures and policies

workplace communication instructions and procedures

vehicle manufacturers instructions and specifications

emergency procedures

communication log book or record book (where required)

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence requirements pertaining to piloting and escort functions

relevant state/territory road rules

relevant state/territory oversized and overmassed permit regulations and requirements

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

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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
Communications equipment and resources for use in piloting and escorting duties are deployed/operated in accordance with relevant rules, regulations and manufacturers specifications 
Messages are transmitted and received clearly and precisely with due observation of ethics and protocols required of users 
Backup communication strategies are established and relevant personnel are informed of operating and coordination procedures 
Alternative communication strategies are used to communicate messages in response to communications failures and problems 
Records on oversized and overmassed vehicle movements are maintained in accordance with legal and workplace documentation requirements 
Damage and other incidents are reported clearly and legibly to appropriate authorities in accordance with relevant rules and regulations and company policies and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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