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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for wheeled dozer operations
   • Access, interpret and apply wheeled dozer operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
   • Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
   • Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work
   • Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate wheeled dozer
   • Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity
   • Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up shutdown and secure equipment procedures
   • Control speed and articulated steering of the wheeled dozer during tramming operations
   • Use dozer controls and functions effectively, including manoeuvre attachments to complete tasks
   • Carry out towing of equipment and plant safely within equipment and/or connection capabilities
   • Maintain safe grip, traction and productivity in varied operating conditions
   • Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
   • Complete work plan, within the operating capacities of equipment
3. Carry out operator maintenance
   • Prepare machine for maintenance
   • Conduct inspection and fault finding
   • Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
   • Return the machine to service
   • Process written maintenance records
4. Conduct housekeeping activities
   • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
   • Process records

Performance Evidence

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of wheeled dozer operations including:

conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations

carrying out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures

driving and operating the equipment to site conditions

applying safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues

applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques

carrying out towing and pushing of equipment and plant

selecting and using the required tools and equipment

working safely around other machines, infrastructure and personnel

works effectively with others to undertake and complete wheeled dozer operations that meet all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

demonstrates completion of wheeled dozer operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completing a minimum of three (3) of the following wheeled dozer operations:

manoeuvring dozer

blade application

ripper application

towing and pushing

pushing and preparing overburden

bench and pad preparation

trimming and cutting

building and maintaining stockpiles

supporting other vehicles

creation of windrows

dump establishment

road works

contours

batters

rehabilitation and drainage

final landform and the interpretation of associated survey pegs

sealing tailing dams

working safely around:

overhead power lines

other machines and personnel

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting wheeled dozer operations:

isolation procedures

equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

interpretation of plans, reports, maps, specifications

geological and technical data (basic)

signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed

dozer operational procedures and techniques (including towing and pushing)

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostics

housekeeping activities

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