Certificate III in Driving Operations

Rationale:

This qualification is designed for driving operation job roles within the Transport and Logistics Industry. Successful completion of the qualification will require competence in units of competency that relate to the job role requirements defined as aligned at AQF Level III. Successful completion of the licensing units within the qualification must align with licensing and regulatory requirements applicable to driving and state/territory regulatory requirements.

Job roles:

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

Line Haul Driver

Local Heavy General Freight Driver

Interstate Driver


Subjects

Requirements for completion of the qualification:

A successful assessment outcome for a total of 18 to 20units of competency (depending on the group) comprising:

6core units listed below

plus

at least one licensing or industry unit relevant to the vehicle type applicable to the job role, listed below

plus

allunits within one of the selected group (job roles), as listed below

plus

6electiveunits which may be taken from the elective units listed below, or may include up to 3units drawn with appropriate contextualisation from this Training Package, and/or from Certificate III qualifications in other relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all pre-requisites specified are complied with.

Core units:

Field

Unit

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID1001A Shift materials safely using manual handling methods

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE1005A Carry out basic workplace calculations

FSafety Management

add topic TLIF1001A Follow occupational health and safety procedures

add topic TLIF2010A Apply fatigue management strategies

HRoute Planning andNavigation

add topic TLIH2001A Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes

LResourceManagement

add topic TLIL1001A Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures

Select one unit from the following units applicable to job role and relevant vehicle type:

Field

Unit

CVehicle Operation

add topic TLIC1051A Operate commercial vehicle

LICLicensing Units

add topic TLILIC2014B Licence to drive light rigid vehicle

add topic TLILIC2015B Licence to drive medium rigid vehicle

add topic TLILIC2016B Licence to drive heavy rigid vehicle

add topic TLILIC3017B Licence to drive heavy combination vehicle

add topic TLILIC3018B Licence to drive multi-combination vehicle

Select one group (job role) from the following options:

Group A: Heavy General Freight

Group B: Agitator

Group C: Bus

Group D: Refrigerated

Group E: Pilot Vehicle

Group F: Dry/Liquid

Group G: Car Carrier

Group H: Livestock

Group I: Wood Products

Group K: Dangerous Goods

Group L: Over Dimensional

GroupA(Heavy General Freight)

Field

Unit

AHandlingCargo/Stock

add topic TLIA1001A Secure cargo

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

add topic TLIB2008A Carry out inspection of trailers

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID2004A Load and unload goods/cargo

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

add topic TLIE2008A Process workplace documentation

add topic TLIE3012A Consolidate manifest documentation

Group B(Agitator)

Field

Unit

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID2004A Load and unload goods/cargo

add topic PMC552061C Deliver concrete to site

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE2007A Use communication systems

add topic TLIE2008A Process workplace documentation

JQuality

add topic TLIJ2001A Apply quality procedures

Group C(Bus)

Field

Unit

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

CVehicle Operation

add topic TLIC3011A Transport passengers with disabilities

add topic TLIC3042A Operate coach/bus

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

GTeamwork

add topic TLIG2007A Work in a socially diverse environment

ICustomer Service

add topic TLII3009A Provide on-board services to customers

Group D(Refrigerated)

Field

Unit

AHandlingCargo/Stock

add topic TLIA4025A Regulate temperature controlled stock

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

add topic TLIB3006A Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID2004A Load and unload goods/cargo

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

Group E(Pilot Vehicle)

Field

Unit

CVehicle Operation

add topic TLIC3010A Pilot or escort oversized and/or overmassed loads

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

add topic TLIE2008A Process workplace documentation

add topic TLIE3009A Use pilot and escort communication

FSafety Management

add topic TLIF3060A Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator

Group F(Dry/Liquid)

Field

Unit

BEquipment Checking and Maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

add topic TLIB2073A Clean road tankers

ECommunication and Calculation

add topic TLIE3002A Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

Selection of both or one depending on the job role:

Field

Unit

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID2021A Use specialised bulk transfer equipment (dry)

add topic TLID3024A Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised)

Group G(Car Carrier)

Field

Unit

AHandling Cargo/Stock

add topic TLIA1001A Secure cargo

BEquipment Checking and Maintenance

add topic TLIB3006A Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID2004A Load and unload goods/cargo

add topic TLID3014A Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads

ECommunication and Calculation

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

Group H(Livestock)

Field

Unit

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID3020A Care for livestock in transit

add topic TLID3014A Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3002A Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

add topic TLIE2008A Process workplace documentation

Group I(Wood Products)

Field

Unit

AHandling Cargo/Stock

add topic TLIA1001A Secure cargo

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

add topic TLIB3006A Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3002A Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

Group K(Dangerous Goods)

Field

Unit

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID2003A Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances

add topic TLID3015A Identify and label explosives and dangerous goods

add topic TLID2016A Load and unload explosives and dangerous goods

add topic TLID3027A Prepare for transport of dangerous goods

Selection of both or one depending on the job role:

Field

Unit

LIC Licensing Units

add topic TLILIC3013A Preparation to transport dangerous goods by road

DLoad Handling

add topic UEGNSG603B Load, unload and exchange gas cylinders

Group L(Over Dimensional)

Field

Unit

AHandlingCargo/Stock

add topic TLIA1001A Secure cargo

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB3006A Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID3014A Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3002A Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

add topic TLIE3009A Use pilot and escort communication

Elective units:

Field

Unit

AHandling Cargo/Stock

add topic TLIA2001A Secure cargo

add topic TLIA3002A Maintain container/cargo records

add topic TLIA2003A Connect and disconnect reefer units

add topic TLIA3004A Process receipt and delivery of containers and cargo

add topic TLIA4005A Check and evaluate records and documentation

add topic TLIA3008A Transfer cargo

add topic TLIA3015A Complete receival/despatch documentation

add topic TLIA4025A Regulate temperature controlled stock

add topic CPPWMT3044A Identify wastes and hazards

BEquipment Checkingand Maintenance

add topic TLIB1001A Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment

add topic TLIB2003A Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance

add topic TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection

add topic TLIB3005A Carry out maintenance of vehicles designed to carry special loads

add topic TLIB3006A Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads

add topic TLIB2008A Carry out inspection of trailers

add topic TLIB2009A Check conveyor operational status

add topic TLIB3014A Load and unload wheeled or tracked crane

add topic TLIB3015A Undertake site inspection

add topic TLIB3016A De-rig, pack and store tools and equipment

add topic TLIB3017A Assemble and dismantle boom or jib

add topic TLIB2022A Diagnose and rectify minor faults

add topic TLIB2023A Provide sanitation and water services support to passenger transportation units

add topic TLIB1024A Clean transportation units and facilities for passenger use

add topic TLIB1028A Maintain and use hand tools

add topic TLIB2029B Use and maintain minor mechanical equipment

add topic TLIB1031A Clean up plant, equipment and worksite

add topic TLIB2073A Clean road tankers

add topic TLIB2119A Carry out maintenance of trailers

CVehicle Operation

add topic TLIC2002A Drive light rigid vehicle

add topic TLIC3003A Drive medium rigid vehicle

add topic TLIC3004A Drive heavy rigid vehicle

add topic TLIC3005A Drive heavy combination vehicle

add topic TLIC4006A Drive multi-combination vehicle

add topic TLIC3010A Pilot or escort oversized and/or overmassed loads

add topic TLIC3011A Transport passengers with disabilities

add topic TLIC2025A Operate four wheel drive vehicle

add topic TLIC2049A Operate heavy vehicle on unsealed roads

add topic TLIC3063A Operate vehicle carrying special loads

add topic TLIC3064A Operate car carrier vehicle

add topic TLIC3071A Operate an agitator

DLoad Handling

add topic TLID1002A Shift a load using manually-operated equipment

add topic TLID2003A Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances

add topic TLID2004A Load and unload goods/cargo

add topic TLID2012A Operate specialised load shifting equipment

add topic TLID2013A Move materials mechanically using automated equipment

add topic TLID3014A Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads

add topic TLID3015A Identify and label explosives and dangerous goods

add topic TLID2016A Load and unload explosives and dangerous goods

add topic TLID3020A Care for livestock in transit

add topic TLID2021A Use specialised bulk transfer equipment (dry)

add topic TLID2022A Conduct weighbridge operations

add topic TLID3023A Use specialised liquid bulk gas transfer equipment

add topic TLID3024A Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised)

add topic TLID3027A Prepare for transport of dangerous goods

add topic TLID3031A Rig load

add topic TLID4032A Plan and conduct specialised lift

add topic TLID3033A Operate a vehicle-mounted loading crane

add topic TLID3035A Operate a boom type elevating work platform

add topic TLID3036A Lift and move load using mobile crane

add topic TLID2045A Operate specialised light load shifting equipment

add topic TLID3046A Operate container side lifter

add topic TLID2047A Prepare cargo for transfer with slings

add topic CPCCCO33034A Conduct concrete agitator truck operations

add topic FPICOT3226A Shift forestry logs using trucks

add topic PMC552061C Deliver concrete to site

add topic CPPWMT3015A Move waste using load shifting equipment

add topic UEGNSG601A Assess the operational capability of gas safety equipment on tankers

ECommunication andCalculation

add topic TLIE3002A Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions

add topic TLIE1003A Participate in basic workplace communication

add topic TLIE3004A Prepare workplace documents

add topic TLIE2007A Use communication systems

add topic TLIE2008A Process workplace documentation

add topic TLIE3009A Use pilot and escort communication

add topic TLIE3012A Consolidate manifest documentation

add topic TLIE3016A Estimate/calculate load shifting requirements for a mobile crane

add topic TLIE3026A Carry out advanced calculations in the transport and logistics industry

add topic TLIE3028A Complete a work diary in the road transport industry

FSafety Management

add topic TLIF1002B Conduct housekeeping activities

add topic TLIF2006A Apply accident-emergency procedures

add topic TLIF1009A Conduct cleaning operations in enclosed spaces

add topic TLIF2012A Apply safe procedures when handling/transporting dangerous goods or explosives

add topic TLIF3013A Coordinate breakdowns and emergencies

add topic TLIF4014A Develop and maintain a safe workplace

add topic TLIF2018A Operate firefighting equipment

add topic TLIF2019A Ensure a safe on-board passenger and working environment

add topic TLIF3060A Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator

add topic TLIF2062A Apply awareness of safeworking rules and regulations

add topic TLIF3063A Administer the implementation of fatigue management

strategies

add topic TLIF30093A Implement chain of responsibility regulations

add topic TLIF4065A Ensure compliance with Australian Dangerous Goods Code

add topic CPPWMT3011A Respond to waste emergency

add topic HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment

GTeamwork

add topic TLIG1001A Work effectively with others

add topic TLIG2007A Work in a socially diverse environment

HRoute Planning andNavigation

add topic TLIH3002A Plan and navigate routes

add topic TLIH3004A Identify major roads, services and attractions

ICustomer Service

add topic TLII1002A Apply customer service skills

add topic TLII3003A Provide customer service in transport vehicles/vessels

add topic TLII3004A Manage camping procedures for coaches and buses

add topic TLII3009A Provide on-board services to customers

add topic TLII3010A Provide travel information to customers

JQuality

add topic TLIJ2001A Apply quality procedures

add topic TLIJ3002A Apply quality systems

add topic TLIJ3005A Sample, inspect and test products to specifications

KTechnology

add topic TLIK2010A Use infotechnology devices in the workplace

add topic TLIK2003A Apply keyboard skills

LResourceManagement

add topic TLIL4005A Apply conflict/grievance resolution strategies

add topic TLIL2008A Complete routine administrative tasks

add topic TLIL4009A Manage personal work priorities and professional development

add topic TLIL4010A Assess and confirm customer transport requirements

add topic TLIL4034A Arrange alternative passenger transport

add topic TLIL2046A Handle customer luggage/property

add topic TLIL2060A Complete induction to the transport industry

LICLicensing Units

add topic TLILIC2014B Licence to drive light rigid vehicle

add topic TLILIC2015B Licence to drive medium rigid vehicle

add topic TLILIC2016B Licence to drive heavy rigid vehicle

add topic TLILIC0012A Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 tonne and above)

add topic TLILIC3017B Licence to drive heavy combination vehicle

add topic TLILIC3018B Licence to drive multi-combination vehicle

OSecurity

add topic TLIO1002A Follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel

add topic TLIO2003A Undertake loading and unloading in a designated secured environment

add topic TLIO3004A Conduct control procedures for transferring explosives and dangerous/hazardous/high risk goods

add topic TLIO3007A Undertake emergency response action to a security threat

add topic TLIO2011A Provide revenue protection measures

add topic TLIO3012A Manage disruptive and/or unlawful behaviour

add topic TLIO3016A Apply and monitor workplace security procedures

add topic TLIO2021A Follow security procedures when working with goods and cargo

PAdministration andFinance

add topic TLIP2024A Conduct financial transactions

add topic TLIP3026A Maintain financial records in a small business

add topic TLIP2029A Prepare and process financial documents

add topic TLIP2032A Maintain petty cash account

UEnvironment

add topic TLIU1009A Monitor plant and equipment in an environmentally sustainable manner

add topic TLIU3014A Operate vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner


Pathways...

    Not Applicable


Entry Requirements

Entry requirements:

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.


Licensing Information

Refer to Description


Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary for

TLI31210 Certificate III in Driving Operations

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Use communication systems and procedures used in driving within the road transport industry

Read and interpret relevant regulations, instructions, manuals, notices and signs applicable to their role of driving operations within the road transport industry

Speak clearly and directly on matters related to driving operations within the road transport industry

Complete documents as part of duties, including completion of relevant forms

Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour

Use relevant communication equipment.

Teamwork

Assist in the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise during driving operations within the road transport industry

Avoid and prevent the harassment of others in the workplace

Collaborate with others within the job role of driving operations within the road transport industry

Work with persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.

Problem solving

Identify and solve or report problems arising during the job role of driving operations within the road transport industry

Recognise problems that may occur in the within the job role of driving operations within the road transport industry and take appropriate action to report or resolve the problems within limits of responsibility

Recognise hazards and risks in a range of driving operation situations within the road transport industry.

Initiative and enterprise

Respond appropriately to any changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the working environment.

Planning and organising

Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures

Comply with applicable road safety regulations and codes of practice

Follow and apply workplace security and safety management systems and safeworking requirements

Collect and interpret information needed during driving operations within the road transport industry within limits of responsibility

Manage time in the job role of driving operations within the road transport industry.

Self management

Interpret and apply applicable regulations and instructions

Follow work plans and schedules

Check own work performance.

Learning

Participate in updating of own knowledge and skills required for driving operations and working within the road transport industry, in response to any changes in the processes and equipment used road transport industry.

Technology

Operate equipment and tools required during driving operations within the road transport industry

Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used during driving operations within the road transport industry

Follow and apply the applicable safeworking requirements and OH&S procedures during driving operations within the road transport industry.