Elements and Performance Criteria
- Follow safe manual handling procedures
- Routinely practice good housekeeping
- Complete pre-start checks
- Walk around plant/equipment/vehicle checking all items are serviceable and in good condition and complete documentation as required by company procedures
- Check and top up fluids as required
- Check all guards and safety devices are in place and serviceable
- Ensure all personnel are clear or in a safe position before starting
- Complete required records and reporting
- Refuel vehicles and plant
- Drive vehicle
- Check vehicle roadworthiness and load distribution and security before commencing
- Identify potential vehicle hazards from road trip/load and implement relevant hazard minimisation procedures
- Plan trip to maximise safety and minimise cost
- Drive vehicle in compliance with local conditions and road/site rule
- Change wheel as required