Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for operations
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
- Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements and details in the form of shift briefings, handover details or work orders before proceeding
- Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work in accordance with site procedures
- Access and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work
- Operate articulated vehicle
- Resolve coordination activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
- Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures
- Operate ancillary attachments to the articulated vehicle
- Operate articulated vehicle with or without ancillary attachments in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and site procedures
- Manage engine power to ensure efficiency of vehicle movement and to minimise damage to the engine and drive line
- Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations
- Complete work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacity of the articulated vehicle
- Couple and uncouple trailers
- Carry out operator maintenance