Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake work using a side by side utility vehicle used for general transport, carrying loads, towing small trailers and mustering stock.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety requirements manufacturer’s specifications and sustainability practices.
This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare side by side utility vehicle for use | 1.1 Confirm the activity to be undertaken with supervisor, including identifying safe working areas, potential hazards and implementation of safe working procedures 1.2 Conduct safety pre operational checks on the vehicle and report faults or malfunctions for repair 1.3 Use and maintain personal protective equipment 1.4 Attach equipment and loads that do not exceed the weight limitations or change the dynamic stability of the vehicle 1.5 Secure loads and ensure weight does not exceed limits |
2. Operate side by side utility vehicle | 2.1 Operate machinery and equipment in a safe, efficient and controlled manner 2.2 Operate side by side utility vehicles in accordance with task requirements, conditions and manufacturers operating guidelines 2.3 Assess and minimise potential risks to self, others and the environment 2.4 Ensure that the vehicles seat belts and other safety features are functional and used 2.5 Identify and account for environmental implications associated with machinery operation |
3. Complete work | 3.1 Conduct shut-down procedures according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements 3.2 Perform routine operational servicing and minor maintenance 3.3 Identify and report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage 3.4 Clean, secure and store machinery 3.5 Ensure biosecurity procedures are followed where required 3.6 Maintain machinery use records for servicing purposes |
Evidence of Performance
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
identify hazards and risks associated with side by side utility vehicle use
conduct pre and post operational checks
operate side by side utility vehicles in a safe, efficient and controlled manner
minimise environmental impacts of side by side utility vehicle use
perform any required minor maintenance
follow wash-down procedures in line with biosecurity guidelines
follow enterprise work health and safety policies
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
safe driving techniques in a range of surface conditions and terrain
transporting the side by side utility vehicles on a trailer or transportation device
manufacturer's specifications and workplace requirements for pre-start checks, machinery operation techniques, load carrying operator level servicing and shutdown emergency procedures
components and controls, features and functions
enterprise work health and safety policies
relevant State /Territory legislation in regard to side utility vehicle use
Assessment Conditions
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. All evidence collected must meet minimum requirements including industry standard timeframes for performance of tasks.
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Machinery operation and maintenance (MOM)