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

POLAUX015 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Drive policing vehicles

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency POLAUX015 - Drive policing vehicles
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the fundamental skills required to prepare and safely drive police vehicles in an operational environment, including the effective management of hazardous situations and application of tactical driving techniques.This unit applies to those working within operational policing environments. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those relating to vehicle management, traffic laws and work health and safety (WHS). Those undertaking this unit would work independently or under supervision, demonstrating responsibility for own functions and outputs while driving. They would complete routine and non-routine tasks in both familiar and changing contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Consideration must be given to practical assessment for this unit. Refer to advice in the companion volumes.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Auxiliary
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 vehicle for operational driving
  • Select vehicle in accordance with operational requirements and terrain.
  • Conduct pre-drive check of vehicle, equipment and accessories to ensure availability and operational readiness.
  • Conduct checks on start-up to ensure vehicle is safe and drivable.
  • Check audible and visual warning systems to ensure operational readiness.
  • Complete vehicle and operational response documentation for accountability purposes.
       
Element: Drive vehicle in operational conditions
  • Assess traffic flows and environmental conditions to identify route of travel.
  • Control vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, road and traffic conditions.
  • Apply risk management strategies during operational driving to maintain safety.
  • Apply defensive driving techniques to maintain safe control of vehicle.
  • Adapt driving techniques to adjust to changing circumstances.
       
Element: Prepare vehicle for operational driving
  • Select vehicle in accordance with operational requirements and terrain.
  • Conduct pre-drive check of vehicle, equipment and accessories to ensure availability and operational readiness.
  • Conduct checks on start-up to ensure vehicle is safe and drivable.
  • Check audible and visual warning systems to ensure operational readiness.
  • Complete vehicle and operational response documentation for accountability purposes.
       
Element: Drive vehicle in operational conditions
  • Assess traffic flows and environmental conditions to identify route of travel.
  • Control vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, road and traffic conditions.
  • Apply risk management strategies during operational driving to maintain safety.
  • Apply defensive driving techniques to maintain safe control of vehicle.
  • Adapt driving techniques to adjust to changing circumstances.
       


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

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Prepare vehicle for operational driving

1.1 Select vehicle in accordance with operational requirements and terrain.

1.2 Conduct pre-drive check of vehicle, equipment and accessories to ensure availability and operational readiness.

1.3 Conduct checks on start-up to ensure vehicle is safe and drivable.

1.4 Check audible and visual warning systems to ensure operational readiness.

1.5 Complete vehicle and operational response documentation for accountability purposes.

2. Drive vehicle in operational conditions

2.1 Assess traffic flows and environmental conditions to identify route of travel.

2.2 Control vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, road and traffic conditions.

2.3 Apply risk management strategies during operational driving to maintain safety.

2.4 Apply defensive driving techniques to maintain safe control of vehicle.

2.5 Adapt driving techniques to adjust to changing circumstances.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

applying engine power management and safe driving strategies

applying vehicle handling techniques, including defensive driving

assessing and managing risk when driving vehicles

managing personal stress and fatigue when driving vehicles

performing pre-drive vehicle checks, including audio and visual warning systems

planning route, navigating roads and reading maps

using on-board vehicle technology, including audible and visual warning systems

using police communication systems and processes

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

ancillary vehicle equipment

police vehicle requirements and regulations

jurisdictional policies and procedures relating to the use of police vehicles, including audible and visual warning systems

police vehicle inspection procedures

traffic legislation, rules and regulations

causes and effects of fatigue on drivers

jurisdictional reporting and recording requirements

risk assessment strategies


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Prepare vehicle for operational driving

1.1 Select vehicle in accordance with operational requirements and terrain.

1.2 Conduct pre-drive check of vehicle, equipment and accessories to ensure availability and operational readiness.

1.3 Conduct checks on start-up to ensure vehicle is safe and drivable.

1.4 Check audible and visual warning systems to ensure operational readiness.

1.5 Complete vehicle and operational response documentation for accountability purposes.

2. Drive vehicle in operational conditions

2.1 Assess traffic flows and environmental conditions to identify route of travel.

2.2 Control vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, road and traffic conditions.

2.3 Apply risk management strategies during operational driving to maintain safety.

2.4 Apply defensive driving techniques to maintain safe control of vehicle.

2.5 Adapt driving techniques to adjust to changing circumstances.

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
Select vehicle in accordance with operational requirements and terrain. 
Conduct pre-drive check of vehicle, equipment and accessories to ensure availability and operational readiness. 
Conduct checks on start-up to ensure vehicle is safe and drivable. 
Check audible and visual warning systems to ensure operational readiness. 
Complete vehicle and operational response documentation for accountability purposes. 
Assess traffic flows and environmental conditions to identify route of travel. 
Control vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, road and traffic conditions. 
Apply risk management strategies during operational driving to maintain safety. 
Apply defensive driving techniques to maintain safe control of vehicle. 
Adapt driving techniques to adjust to changing circumstances. 
Select vehicle in accordance with operational requirements and terrain. 
Conduct pre-drive check of vehicle, equipment and accessories to ensure availability and operational readiness. 
Conduct checks on start-up to ensure vehicle is safe and drivable. 
Check audible and visual warning systems to ensure operational readiness. 
Complete vehicle and operational response documentation for accountability purposes. 
Assess traffic flows and environmental conditions to identify route of travel. 
Control vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, road and traffic conditions. 
Apply risk management strategies during operational driving to maintain safety. 
Apply defensive driving techniques to maintain safe control of vehicle. 
Adapt driving techniques to adjust to changing circumstances. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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