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

Skill requirements

communication skills to

receive and transmit messages during operations

use required communication protocols

relate to persons from diverse backgrounds

teamwork skills to

work collaboratively with others in the convoy when piloting or escorting vehicles

problem solving skills to

address problems arising during pilot or escort operations

implement contingency plans for unexpected events during pilot or escort operations

planning and organising skills to

prepare vehicles for escort

confirm pilot or escort requirements

keep to planned schedule of operations

literacy skills to

read and interpret permits signs procedures and manufacturers specifications

complete documentation and records relating to the movement of oversize and over mass vehicles

selfmanagement skills to

interpret and follow instructions

minimise control or eliminate hazards that may exist in pilot or escort operations

modify activities depending on operational contingencies risk situations and environments

comply with regulatory requirements organisational policies and procedures

technical skills to

operate pilot or escort vehicles

operate electronic communication equipment

operate communication signage and other communication resources required during pilot or escort operations

Knowledge requirements

road rules regulations permit and licence requirements of stateterritory roads and traffic authorities pertaining to the piloting and escorting of oversize and overmass loads

safe lowrisk driving strategies

situational awareness

predeparture checks required for vehicles communication equipment and procedures and signage

factors which may cause traffic delays and diversions and related action that can be taken by a driver

predeparture planning for

traffic delays and diversions

related action that can be taken

fatigue management

procedures to be followed in the event of a drivingpilotingescort emergency

documentation requirements for piloting and escorting oversize and or overmass vehicles

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria look for evidence that confirms consistency of performance in piloting or escorting oversize or overmass vehicles

This will include evidence of

actual or simulated piloting and escorting oversize and overmass vehicles on at least three separate occasions or in three different situationscontexts

communicating clearly and precisely using required protocols including at least one instance where alternative strategies are required in response to communication failures and problems

adhering to legal ethical and organisational requirements relating to pilot and escort duties

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to a real or simulated workplace environment that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered while piloting or escorting oversize or overmass vehicles including coping with difficulties irregularities and breakdowns in routine

Access is required to resources such as

applicable legislation policies and procedures

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of requirements for situations likely to be encountered

real or simulated operational situations where vehicles are piloted or escorted

oversize and overmass vehicles

equipment and materials generally present in an operational environment

personal protective equipment

Method of assessment

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit of competency may include but are not limited to a combination of or more of

case studies

demonstration

observation

written or oral questions

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace andor training courses

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands such as literacy and the needs of particular groups such as

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Minor maintenance may include:

Pilot and/or escort operations may include:

Convoys may include:

Road and other conditions may include:

Unexpected events may include:

Authorities may include:

Communications equipment may include:

Personnel may include: