This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to select a motor vehicle for safety, in accordance with motor vehicle standards, safe working and regulatory requirements.

It includes identifying types of motor vehicle applicable to first time drivers, recognising safety features of vehicles and how these safety features are affected by road and environmental conditions.

Work is performed under supervision, generally within a team environment

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify different motor vehicle types applicable to first time drivers

1.1

Characteristics of motor vehicles are identified for purchase, that can be used by first time users

1.2

Licensing requirements for drivers of different motor vehicles that can be used by first time users are outlined

1.3

Australian new and used car rating system is utilised to select an appropriate vehicle

2

Recognise safety and design features in motor vehicles

2.1

Different safety features of vehicles are identified and explained

2.2

Safety features and their function to protect driver and other road users are explained

2.3

Primary/passive safety features of motor vehicles are identified

2.4

Secondary/active safety features of motor vehicles are identified

3

Identify factors that can affect vehicle safety

3.1

Corrosion and its effect on vehicle safety is outlined

3.2

Tyre inflation and tyre wear are recognised

3.3

Vehicle fluids and their effect on vehicle safety are identified

3.4

Seat belts, their condition and the effects on road safety are explained

3.5

Importance of correct motor vehicle safety maintenance is explained

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

completing basic documentation

explaining major aspects of selecting a safe and appropriate motor vehicle for learner drivers

identifying criteria for selecting a motor vehicle

identifying vehicle safety features and evaluating required action to minimise, control or eliminate potential hazards

reading and interpreting instructions, procedures and information.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

active motor vehicle safety features including:

anti-lock braking system (ABS)

electronic brake assist (EBA)

electronic brake force distribution (EBD)

electronic stability control (ESC)

safety assist technologies (SAT)

seat belt pre-tensioners

speed alert

structural integrity

tyres

motor vehicle hazards and risks rating

motor vehicle standards, regulations and rules

passive motor vehicle safety features including:

air conditioning

airbags (front/side/curtain)

automatic transmission

cargo barrier

cruise control

daytime running lights

frontal impact protection

head restraints

mirrors

over-speed warning devices

seat belts

seats

steering wheel

workplace procurement procedures.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

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

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Driving a vehicle is not part of the assessment of this unit of competency.

Simulators are not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency.