TLIC3084A
Operate a lift on/lift off collection vehicle

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a lift on/lift off (skip/marel) collection vehicle (the ‘vehicle’).Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements may be applicable to this unit.

Application

Operation of the vehicle must be carried out in compliance with vehicle licence requirements and regulations relating to the relevant state/territory and traffic authorities.

Work is performed with limited or no supervision, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.


Prerequisites

Nil


Elements and Performance Criteria

1

Follow safety requirements

1.1

Operator and third party safety is observed in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

1.2

Vehicle controls are checked and operated in accordance with organisational/manufacturer requirements

1.3

Vehicle cleaning and non-technical maintenance is undertaken in accordance with organisational/manufacturer requirements

1.4

Safety items are used and stored in accordance with organisational/manufacturer requirements

1.5

Defective equipment is reported in accordance with organisational/manufacturer requirements

2

Load product bin onto vehicle

2.1

Vehicle is made ready to operate in accordance with organisational/manufacturer requirements.

2.2

Product streams to be collected are identified

2.3

Documentation provided is used to determine locations to collect product

2.4

Prior to (manual tarping) or after (automated tarping) loading product bin onto vehicle, covering of load is determined

2.5

Product bin is loaded onto vehicle in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements.

2.6

Product bin is secured to vehicle in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

2.7

Product is removed from ground and no product is left on lifting equipment, vehicle or body

2.8

Prior to travel, load covers are tied down in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

3

Unload product from vehicle and complete relevant documentation

3.1

Vehicle is positioned on level, stable ground to ensure vehicle safety and stability when unloading

3.2

Vehicle is positioned to allow unloading, in accordance with site, organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

3.3

Load covers (tarps) are removed in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

3.4

Unloading equipment is operated in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

3.5

Return of equipment used to transit position is ensured

3.6

Documentation for unloaded product is completed in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

4

Unload product bin from vehicle

4.1

Vehicle is positioned on level, stable ground to ensure vehicle safety and stability when unloading

4.2

Vehicle is positioned to allow unloading, in accordance with site, organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

4.3

Unloading equipment is operated in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

4.4

Return of equipment used to transit position is ensured

4.5

Documentation for unloaded product bin is completed in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

Required Skills

This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Efficient driving techniques and eco-driving considerations

Factors involved in trip preparation

Factors that may cause traffic delays and diversions

Relevant dangerous goods (DG) information relating to operating the vehicle

Relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority road rules, regulations, permits and licence requirements

Relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental procedures and regulations relating to vehicle operations

Safe pickup and delivery of product to and from site

Vehicle loading and unloading procedures

Workplace documentation

Workplace driving and operational instructions

Required skills:

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace and customer sites, including modes of behaviour and interaction with others

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when operating the vehicle

Complete documentation relating to the vehicle

Identify, load and transport product streams in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events when operating the vehicle

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Manually position product containers/bins

Modify activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Monitor and anticipate traffic hazards and take appropriate action

Monitor performance of vehicle and equipment and take appropriate action where required

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the vehicle

Select and use required personal protective equipment (PPE), conforming to organisational, industry and WHS/OHS standards

Work collaboratively with others when operating the vehicle

Work systematically with required attention to detail, without injury to self or others or damage to infrastructure or equipment

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

applying techniques for loading and unloading of the vehicle

applying correct operation of vehicle cabin functions

applying correct manual handling techniques when operating vehicle and/or product containers

identifying and using the PPE required for the product being loaded/transported

applying eco-driving techniques when operating the vehicle

ensuring currency of relevant legislative and regulatory knowledge

ensuring currency of knowledge of organisational and manufacturer procedures for transporting product in the vehicle

ensuring currency of knowledge of customer requirements when picking up product or delivering product to a product collection facility.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

workplace where individual or small group work can be conducted

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real (within safe means) and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operations manuals.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in:

appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

safe and appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

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

direct observation of the candidate individually or as a part of a small group

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.


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.

Equipment fitted to the vehicle may include:

emergency information holder

emergency shutdown controls

eyewash kit

fire extinguishers

first aid kit

spill kit

vehicle emergency equipment

Loading and unloading sites may include:

council sites

customer site

depot

private sites

waste, transfer or recycling sites

Personal safety measures may include:

conflict management techniques

correct use of safety rails and walkways

fitness for duty

hearing protection

high visibility clothing

location of pinch points

manual handling techniques

PPE required for the product class being transported

safety footwear

three points of contact when accessing/egressing vehicle/body

Eco driving includes:

braking efficiently

ensuring transmission control

not over-revving engine

observing speed limits

using auxiliary braking controls

vehicle sympathy

Factors that may cause traffic delays and diversions include:

bridge or tunnel damage

building construction

emergency situations such as bushfires, flooding, changes to weather

holiday traffic

inefficient run planning

livestock movement

road closures for utility works such as electricity, water, sewerage or telecommunications

road damage/road works

traffic accidents

vehicle breakdowns

Workplace procedures may include:

established

manufacturer

organisational

regulatory/codes of practice

Documentation and records may include:

daily driver run sheet

environmental documents relating to state of operation

fatigue documentation

mass/work diary

vehicle reporting documentation

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

Relevant state/territory procedures and codes for the vehicle including:

fatigue management regulations

licensing rules

mass management regulations

permit requirements

road and traffic rules

WHS/OHS and environmental legislation


Sectors

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Refer to Unit Descriptor.