Application
This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:
Civil construction
Coal mining
Drilling
Extractive industries
Metalliferous mining
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare for operations | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements and details in the form of shift briefings, handover details or work orders before proceeding 1.3. Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work in accordance with site procedures 1.4. Access and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work |
2. Operate articulated vehicle | 2.1. Resolve coordination activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity 2.2. Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures 2.3. Operate ancillary attachments to the articulated vehicle 2.4. Operate articulated vehicle with or without ancillary attachments in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and site procedures 2.5. Manage engine power to ensure efficiency of vehicle movement and to minimise damage to the engine and drive line 2.6. Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations 2.7. Complete work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacity of the articulated vehicle |
3. Couple and uncouple trailers | 3.1. Carry out coupling or uncoupling and check prime mover and trailer |
4. Carry out operator maintenance | 4.1. Carry out equipment inspections and fault finding 4.2. Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks 4.3. Carry out minor maintenance 4.4. Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks 4.5. Process records in accordance with site requirements |
Required Skills
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to drive a heavy combination vehicle: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for driving a heavy combination vehicle apply operational safety requirements access, interpret and apply technical information maintain equipment records use relevant hand tools apply diagnostic techniques communicate effectively apply environmental constraints related to specified operations |
Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following as required to drive a heavy combination vehicle: site and equipment safety requirements articulated vehicle operational procedures basic site geological and survey data site operational procedures equipment and trailer characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations articulated vehicle maintenance requirements/procedures vehicle record systems communication systems site environmental requirements and constraints related to the articulated vehicle |
Evidence Required
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. | |
Overview of assessment | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following: knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions to drive a heavy combination vehicle implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient driving of a heavy combination vehicle working with others to undertake and drive a heavy combination vehicle that meets all of the required outcomes consistent, timely driving of a heavy combination vehicle that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills. Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job. Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity. Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. |
Method of assessment | This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods: written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's: implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes consistent achievement of required outcomes first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's: working with others to undertake and drive heavy combination vehicles |
Guidance information for assessment | Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. | |
Compliance documentation may include: | legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures manufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standards Employment and workplace relations legislation Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Work requirements and details may include: | articulated vehicle identification/allocation nature and scope of work route working conditions achievement targets site lighting arrangements equipment defects hazards and potential hazards coordination requirements/issues shift briefings handover details work orders |
Safety information and procedures may include: | use of seat belts security of door conditions of brakes and braking system (air pressure) load characteristics vehicle speed fluid levels safety requirements, including: use of authorised cargo restraining equipment observing authorised parking areas correct distances between vehicles observing site traffic rules passenger safety and control load security and safety transport rules operations, signals, procedures |
Pre-start procedures may include: | fluid levels, including fuel, engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, clutch / transmission fluid and windscreen, washer fluid windows and mirrors for clear visibility tyres and wheels (air pressure, tyre damage, illegal tread depth and condition, abnormal wear pattern and tyre compatibility) fan belts seat belts door hatches and latches battery and connections visible and current registration and licences spare wheel wheel nuts rear guards warning horn |
Start-up procedures may include: | articulates (head heavy mediums, clearances, indicators, hazards, reversing brakes heating and ventilation instruments and gauges windscreen washers and wipers |
Manufacturer's specifications may include: | engine crank/start idling engine rpm operating temperatures torque range |
Engine power may include: | selecting gear ratio to achieve smooth take-off changing gears to maintain specified torque range at all speeds utilising engine retarder |
Trailer coupling, uncoupling procedures may include: | selection of an appropriately firm and level parking area applying parking brakes ensuring turn-table jaw release is locked/unlocked turn-table lock and trailer wheel chocks compatibility of turn-table and trailer ring pin alignment of prime-mover, turn-table and trailer skid-pad connecting brake service, emergency lines, auxiliary air and electrical lines inspecting and testing air brakes, trailer brakes, lock status of turn-table jaw release securing and testing trailer landing legs |
Records may include: | log-on/off activity recording trip records refuelling information |
Sectors
Vehicle Operations
Competency Field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.