Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for heavy vehicle learner driver training
- Learner driver training and appropriate route requirements are planned prior to training commencement
- Availability of relevant learning resources and learning materials is identified
- Learner driver records and current skill/knowledge level are reviewed, and appropriate prerequisite training and performance is confirmed
- Hazards are identified and required action is taken to minimise, control and eliminate identified hazards
- Learner driver knowledge of road rules, vehicle controls and driving techniques is confirmed
- Learner driver is briefed about training outcomes based on prescribed performance criteria and required training plans
- Learner driver required knowledge for each skill activity is confirmed
- Learner driver understanding of training outcomes, required knowledge, vehicle operations and control techniques, and planned sequences, is confirmed
- Demonstrate and instruct required skill
- Vehicle operation and controls are explained to learner driver in accordance with training plans
- Driving skill is demonstrated in a safe environment at normal operating speed, in a smooth and competent manner, and again at slow speed, and each step is explained
- Instructions and explanations are provided in a clear, concise, systematic and timely manner
- Manoeuvres are introduced in a manageable, progressive manner while being aware of learner driver limitations
- Tasks are demonstrated to learner driver and performed to specified standards through coordinated and controlled inputs, in a smooth and controlled manner, using accepted handling techniques and appropriate instructional techniques
- Learner driver is directed through task performance using appropriate levels of information, explanation and feedback, consistent with learner driver progress
- Monitor and maintain safe heavy vehicle driving skills of learner driver
- Learner driver is monitored through task performance using appropriate levels of information, explanation and feedback, consistent with learner driver progress
- Segmented tasks are integrated progressively in accordance with established training plan
- Interventions are made as required to assist learner driver progress and maintain vehicle safety
- Situational awareness is maintained while providing driving instruction
- Learner driver is provided with sufficient opportunity to practise techniques through assisted and unassisted practice sequences
- Learner driver limitations are assessed, monitored and managed throughout training sequences
- Debrief learner driver
- Learner driver performance is noted for recording learner driver performance, debriefing and assessment purposes
- Learner driver strengths and development needs are identified through feedback, and additional instruction and demonstration are provided as required
- Learner driver is encouraged to develop self-assessment skills during debriefing sequence
- Learner driver achievement against training outcome for lesson and associated performance criteria, is assessed
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills are used when providing and receiving learner driver feedback about training performance
- Results for learner driver training are recorded and post-drive administration is completed
- Identify hazardous situations and implement contingency plans
- Potential hazardous situations are identified and assessed, and needs are prioritised in accordance with emergency management plan and procedures
- Contingency measures are considered in accordance with emergency management plan and procedures
- Relevant services are consulted in an emergency or hazardous situation in accordance with emergency management plan and procedures
- Reports and documentation are completed in accordance with required procedures