This unit applies to those required to delivering personnel or equipment to activity sites and those undertaking inspections along a route.

This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Determine vehicle characteristics.

1.1. Determine the structural, handling and operational features and characteristics of the vehicle.

1.2. Determine the purpose and use of front wheel hubs.

1.3. Identify factors affecting tyre size, fitment, rating, and pressure.

1.4. Identify recovery points, tie down points and mounting features of the vehicle.

1.5. Identify hazards associated with incorrect use of vehicle features or equipment.

2. Perform pre operational checks.

2.1. Perform pre start checks according to organisational policies and procedures, relevant legislation and manufacturer's specifications.

2.2. Check and adjust tyre pressure according to expected terrain and manufacturer's recommendations.

2.3. Make required adjustments to establish appropriate driving position.

2.4. Secure loads as required according to organisational policies and procedures relevant legislation.

3. Operate vehicle.

3.1. Select and engage gear and devices appropriate to the terrain and any identified hazards.

3.2. Maintain traction according to the features of the vehicle and requirements of the terrain.

3.3. Apply appropriate braking techniques to maintain traction according to the features of the vehicle and requirements of the terrain.

3.4. Inspect water crossings for depth, flow rate and solidity of base prior to making crossings.

3.5. Negotiate water crossings using appropriate speed, gear selection and device engagement while maintaining safety of vehicle, personnel and environment.

4. Change wheels.

4.1. Locate jack and position according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation.

4.2. Remove and replace wheel according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation

4.3. Report or repair flat tyre according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation

5. Complete operations.

5.1. Park and shut down vehicle according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation

5.2. Report faults and malfunctions according to organisational policies and procedures.

5.3. Clean and store vehicle and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

5.4. Complete and submit documentation according to organisational policies and procedures.

Required skills

problem-solving skills to select and apply appropriate speeds, gears and braking techniques to maintain safe vehicle operation

planning and organising skills to:

conduct thorough pre-start and shut down procedures

perform safe wheel changing

literacy skills to complete all required documentation

numeracy skills to:

monitor vehicle instruments

identify speed restrictions and advisory signage.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe operation of vehicle and equipment

features and characteristics of four wheel drive and all wheel drive vehicles and equipment to enable safe vehicle operations

vehicle handling procedures and techniques for a limited range of conditions including formed dirt roads, small to medium inclines of 15 degrees and small water crossings to lower hubs depth only to enable safe vehicle operations

the effect of centre of gravity, changing fluid movements in vehicles and hard surface driving to enable safe and efficient vehicle operation

appropriate use of gears and gear ranges and traction devices to enable safe and efficient vehicle operation

commonly encountered hazards on unsealed roads and methods of avoiding or mitigating danger

minimal impact techniques to ensure protection of the environment.

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

safe and efficient AWD or 4WD vehicle operation over formed roads

determines the different characteristics and features of a range of AWD and 4WD vehicles and performs pre start checks

changes wheels, performs shut down procedures and completes all required documentation including reporting faults and any required maintenance.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure application of driving techniques to negotiate formed dirt roads and small inclines to 15 degrees on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

a suitable environment with formed dirt roads and inclines

a suitable AWD or 4WD vehicle

legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of driving activities.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observation of safe and efficient AWD or 4WD vehicle operation over formed dirt roads

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of vehicle operating systems and associated risks and procedures for reporting maintenance requirements

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

Guidance information for assessment

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.

Features and characteristics may include:

controls

indicators

instruments

traction devices.

Vehicle may include:

AWD or 4WD

4WD

light AWD or 4WD trucks.

Pre-start checks may include:

fluid levels

battery condition

hydraulic lines and connections

brakes and drive lines

air conditioning

fuel

body damage

accessories.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

use and maintenance of equipment

communication protocols

land management and minimal impact codes

vehicle reporting and notification procedures

procedures for travelling in convoy with other vehicles

code of ethics.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

permits or permission for access

environmental regulations.

Manufacturer's specifications may include:

engine characteristics

systems arning function

vehicle operation

radius of turning circle

safety procedures.

Terrain may include:

bitumen

formed dirt roads

small water crossings

small inclines to 15 degrees.

Required adjustments may include:

seats

mirrors

seatbelts

steering wheel.

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards.

Documentation may include:

faults

maintenance requirements

fuel usage

odometer readings.

Unit sector

Outdoor Recreation

This unit contains employability skills.