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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare cane haulage vehicle
  2. Carry out cane haulage operations
  3. Complete cane haulage operation

Range Statement


Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

identify hazards and apply safe work practices

operate a variety of pushing and towing haulage vehicles

demonstrate emergency operating procedures in normal and adverse conditions

obtain relevant licences and permits

read and interpret farm maps, operators manuals, manufacturers specifications, work and maintenance plans, and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

check haulage equipment prior to use

determine operating methods and load from farm maps and instructions

haul cane safely and efficiently

identify and report faults or breakdowns

conduct shutdown procedures

maintain records

communicate with supervisor

follow enterprise work health and safety policies in the context of own work

follow enterprise biosecurity policies in the context of own work

follow enterprise sustainability policies in the context of own work


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

components, controls and features of cane haulage vehicles and their functions

operating principles and operating methods for cane haulage vehicles

principles of weight distribution with regard to load shifting and vehicle movement

risks associated with the operation of cane haulage vehicles in different weather and difficult terrain conditions

environmental codes of practice with regard the operation of machinery

legislation and regulations with regard to the operation of cane haulage vehicles and licensing requirements

cane haulage processes and spillage minimisation techniques

cane harvesting processes as they relate to collection and haulage of harvests

enterprise work health and safety, biosecurity and environmental policies and procedures