Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

FWPFGM3214 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FWPFGM3214 - Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to tow and move an object using a four-wheel drive (4x4) vehicle on roads and varied terrain. This may include towing a trailer, vehicle or equipment as well as moving logs or other loads. The unit applies to those who tow and move objects using a four wheel drive in forest environments and timber processing environments.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states & territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following resources must be made available:

manual or automatic or all wheel drive (AWD) four-wheel drive vehicle

trailer to tow

object to move

personal protective equipment required to operate a four wheel drive vehicle in a towing situation

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare 4x4 for towing
  • Identify and follow WHS, environmental, legal and organisational requirements relevant to operating in a towing situation.
  • Identify type of object to be towed and determine a suitable towing arrangement.
  • Identify equipment requirements and techniques to carry out the towing job.
  • Identify potential hazards that may be experienced at the towing site and during the towing operation.
  • Assess the towing activity for safety, security of passengers, vehicles and property.
  • Check the 4x4 vehicle to ensure equipment is appropriate to conditions and operationally effective in line with manufacturer specifications.
       
Element: Drive 4x4 towing a trailer
  • Identify hazards and risk-management strategies associated with towing a trailer.
  • Safely couple and uncouple the trailer.
  • Secure load onto trailer.
  • Apply risk-management strategies while 4x4 vehicle is in operation and towing a trailer.
  • Demonstrate driving forward, reversing a trailer uphill, around corners and in a straight line.
  • Use correct jack technique to change a trailer wheel.
  • Park and shut down 4x4 vehicle in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.
       
Element: Drive 4x4 moving an attached object
  • Secure vehicle, equipment or object to be moved using appropriate recovery devices.
  • Apply risk-management strategies to a 4x4 vehicle moving an object.
  • Drive 4x4 and move attached object.
       
Element: Perform post-towing tasks
  • Notify relevant personnel of trip completion.
  • Carry out maintenance on allocated vehicle.
  • Record and report activity in line with organisational procedures.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare 4x4 for towing

1.1 Identify and follow WHS, environmental, legal and organisational requirements relevant to operating in a towing situation.

1.2 Identify type of object to be towed and determine a suitable towing arrangement.

1.3 Identify equipment requirements and techniques to carry out the towing job.

1.4 Identify potential hazards that may be experienced at the towing site and during the towing operation.

1.5 Assess the towing activity for safety, security of passengers, vehicles and property.

1.6 Check the 4x4 vehicle to ensure equipment is appropriate to conditions and operationally effective in line with manufacturer specifications.

2. Drive 4x4 towing a trailer

2.1 Identify hazards and risk-management strategies associated with towing a trailer.

2.2 Safely couple and uncouple the trailer.

2.3 Secure load onto trailer.

2.4 Apply risk-management strategies while 4x4 vehicle is in operation and towing a trailer.

2.5 Demonstrate driving forward, reversing a trailer uphill, around corners and in a straight line.

2.6 Use correct jack technique to change a trailer wheel.

2.7 Park and shut down 4x4 vehicle in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

3. Drive 4x4 moving an attached object

3.1 Secure vehicle, equipment or object to be moved using appropriate recovery devices.

3.2 Apply risk-management strategies to a 4x4 vehicle moving an object.

3.3 Drive 4x4 and move attached object.

4. Perform post-towing tasks

4.1 Notify relevant personnel of trip completion.

4.2 Carry out maintenance on allocated vehicle.

4.3 Record and report activity in line with organisational procedures.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

follow applicable legal and regulatory requirements, and codes of practice relevant to operating a 4x4 vehicle towing a trailer or moving an object

couple and uncouple a trailer

safely couple and uncouple vehicles, equipment and objects using recovery equipment

operate a 4x4 in a towing situation

follow organisational policies and procedures relevant to operating a 4x4 in a towing situation

assess the safety of towing a trailer or object and consider risk management strategies including:

appropriate vehicle and trailer clearance

appropriate approach and departure angles

correct load management

controlled braking methods using electric brakes, no brakes, override brakes

adequate movement of the tow system

making adjustment for extra length and width of trailers, and their tendency to ‘cut in’ on corners and curves

making appropriate adjustment in braking distance to compensate for the combined extra weight of vehicle and trailer

driving vehicle to minimise trailer sway

engaging a lower gear when travelling downhill with a trailer to give greater vehicle control and reduce load on brakes

ensuring mirrors on both sides of towing vehicle are properly adjusted to give a clear view of vehicles approaching from the rear.

use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

applicable regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to processes when towing a trailer or object

environmental risks and hazards, organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for towing a trailer or object including:

damage to vehicle

wet and iced terrain

flooded terrain

fire in vehicle

fire at the scene

faulty brakes

leaking fuel

faulty steering mechanism on vehicle

animals and objects in vehicle path

crocodiles and snakes in some areas

windy or foggy sections of terrain

steep slopes

land slides

tree limbs

black ice

trailers

logs, rocks and other unexpected obstacles

weather conditions

slippery surfaces

unsafe or damaged equipment

spilt or leaking fuel or dangerous or hazardous goods or substances

unsafe manual-lifting procedures

recovery devices suitable for towing including:

winches

ropes

cables

slings and straps

pullers

road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements of the relevant state or territory

operational knowledge of 4x4 vehicle, including controls, instruments and indicators, and their use

4x4 driving and towing techniques

vehicle maintenance requirements

established communication channels and protocols

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

vehicle problem identification and resolution strategies, and common vehicle fault-finding techniques

characteristics, applications, capabilities and limitations of a 4x4 vehicle while towing a trailer or object

tools and equipment used when setting up and securing an object for towing

typical problems that may occur when setting up and securing an object for towing, and how to resolve them

procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare 4x4 for towing

1.1 Identify and follow WHS, environmental, legal and organisational requirements relevant to operating in a towing situation.

1.2 Identify type of object to be towed and determine a suitable towing arrangement.

1.3 Identify equipment requirements and techniques to carry out the towing job.

1.4 Identify potential hazards that may be experienced at the towing site and during the towing operation.

1.5 Assess the towing activity for safety, security of passengers, vehicles and property.

1.6 Check the 4x4 vehicle to ensure equipment is appropriate to conditions and operationally effective in line with manufacturer specifications.

2. Drive 4x4 towing a trailer

2.1 Identify hazards and risk-management strategies associated with towing a trailer.

2.2 Safely couple and uncouple the trailer.

2.3 Secure load onto trailer.

2.4 Apply risk-management strategies while 4x4 vehicle is in operation and towing a trailer.

2.5 Demonstrate driving forward, reversing a trailer uphill, around corners and in a straight line.

2.6 Use correct jack technique to change a trailer wheel.

2.7 Park and shut down 4x4 vehicle in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

3. Drive 4x4 moving an attached object

3.1 Secure vehicle, equipment or object to be moved using appropriate recovery devices.

3.2 Apply risk-management strategies to a 4x4 vehicle moving an object.

3.3 Drive 4x4 and move attached object.

4. Perform post-towing tasks

4.1 Notify relevant personnel of trip completion.

4.2 Carry out maintenance on allocated vehicle.

4.3 Record and report activity in line with organisational procedures.

Not Applicable

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify and follow WHS, environmental, legal and organisational requirements relevant to operating in a towing situation. 
Identify type of object to be towed and determine a suitable towing arrangement. 
Identify equipment requirements and techniques to carry out the towing job. 
Identify potential hazards that may be experienced at the towing site and during the towing operation. 
Assess the towing activity for safety, security of passengers, vehicles and property. 
Check the 4x4 vehicle to ensure equipment is appropriate to conditions and operationally effective in line with manufacturer specifications. 
Identify hazards and risk-management strategies associated with towing a trailer. 
Safely couple and uncouple the trailer. 
Secure load onto trailer. 
Apply risk-management strategies while 4x4 vehicle is in operation and towing a trailer. 
Demonstrate driving forward, reversing a trailer uphill, around corners and in a straight line. 
Use correct jack technique to change a trailer wheel. 
Park and shut down 4x4 vehicle in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements. 
Secure vehicle, equipment or object to be moved using appropriate recovery devices. 
Apply risk-management strategies to a 4x4 vehicle moving an object. 
Drive 4x4 and move attached object. 
Notify relevant personnel of trip completion. 
Carry out maintenance on allocated vehicle. 
Record and report activity in line with organisational procedures. 

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