Elements and Performance Criteria
- Drive the heavy rigid vehicle
- The heavy rigid vehicle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations and manufacturer's instructions
- Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance and to minimise engine and gear damage
- Engine operation is maintained within manufacturer's specified torque range and temperature through effective gear selection and smooth transition in gear changes
- Braking system of heavy rigid vehicle is managed and operated to ensure effective control of the vehicle under all conditions
- Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving
- The heavy rigid vehicle is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning.
- The heavy rigid vehicle is parked, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures
- Where required, overwidth and overweight permit applications are undertaken in accordance with relevant regulatory requirements
- Appropriate procedures are followed in the event of a driving emergency
- Monitor traffic and road conditions
- The most efficient route of travel is taken through monitoring and anticipation of traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations
- Traffic and road conditions are constantly monitored and acted upon to enable safe operation and ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment loads and facilities
- Monitor and maintain vehicle performance
- Vehicle performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and checks of the vehicle
- Performance and efficiency of vehicle operation is monitored during use
- Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are reported to the appropriate authority
- Vehicle records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures