Work is performed under supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures to demonstrate awareness of selecting a safe vehicle as part of driving activities across a variety of operational contexts within Australia.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Identify different motor vehicle types applicable to first time drivers

1.1 The characteristics of motor vehicles for purchase that can be used by first time users are identified and observed

1.2 Licensing requirements for drivers of differing motor vehicles that can be used by first time users are described

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

2Recognise safety features and design safety in motor vehicles

2.1 Different safety features of vehicles are identified and explained

2.2 Safety features and their function to protect the driver and other road users are described

2.3 Primary/passive safety features of motor vehicles are identified

2.4 Secondary/active safety features of motor vehicles are identified

3Identify factors that can affect vehicle safety

3.1 Corrosion and its effect on vehicle safety is described

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 and their condition and the effects on road safety are explained

3.5 The importance of correct maintenance on motor vehicle safety is described

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Knowledge of English language

Knowledge of what regulations/rules are

Knowledge of what a strategy is

Difference between positive and negative

Knowledge of what a risk is and how it affects performance

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others

Read and interpret instructions, procedures and information

Interpret and follow instructions

Complete basic documentation

Use basic interpersonal and communication skills (including listening and questioning, receiving feedback)

Recognise limitations and ask for help

Be able to assimilate instruction

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 competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:

applying the underpinning knowledge and skills

demonstrating selection of safe motor vehicle

identifying reasons for selection of a safe motor vehicle

Context of and specific resources for assessment

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

Resources for assessment include:

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

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

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

Method of assessment

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations

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

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

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Other road users may include:

pedestrians

cyclists and skaters

passengers

other drivers

farm vehicles

mobility scooters

segways

heavy commercial vehicles

Safety features may include:

lighting:

headlights on warning/auto

daytime running lights

hazard light activate in severe crash

driving lights

fog lamps

vehicle:

top speed limiter

seat belt interlock

seat belt load limiters front

speed alarm

high transmittance glazing

knee bolster/padding

laminated or shatter-proof glazing for all windows

seat belt webbing grabbers front

seat belt pre-tensioner front

anti-submarining seat design

helmets/head bands for occupants

seat belt buckle mounted on seat

pedestrian friendly vehicle front

ABS brakes

side airbag - front seat thorax

driver airbag

conspicuous vehicle body colour

load restraint devices (tethers)

intelligent speed adaption

improved foot protection

speed sensitive intermittent wipers

automatic wipers

adjustable head restraint

head protection padding

cargo barrier

external mirrors electrically adjustment

bonnet airbag for pedestrian protection

smart airbag

crash recorder

mobile phone available in event of accident

seat belt load limiters rear

alcohol/drug interlock

seat belt d-ring height adjustable

mayday distress call in severe crash

cruise control

engine immobiliser

automatic transmission

adjustable lumbar support

adjustable steering column

adjustable driver's seat (multifunction)

cooled/heated driver's seat

side airbag - front head-protecting (curtain)

headway radar for closing speeds

front passenger airbag

fuel and engine cut-off (severe crash)

seat belt centre rear-point

head rest for rear outboard seats

power steering

seat belt webbing grabbers rear

seat belt pre-tensioners rear

head restraints for all rear seats

side airbag rear thorax

inflatable seat belt

independent rear suspension

auto dimming rear view mirror

child seat integrated

harness seat belt for adults

side airbag rear head-protecting

navigation system (GPS)

traction control

run flat tyres

anti fogging (heated) ext mirrors

tyre pressure monitoring

air conditioning/climate control

Vehicle fluid may include:

engine

windscreen water

radiator coolant

brake fluid

transmission fluid

radiator/cooling system

battery

air conditioner

fuel

Passive safety features of motor vehicles may include:

airbags (front/side/curtain)

air conditioning

automatic transmission

cargo barrier

cruise control

daytime running lights

head restraints

mirrors

over-speed warning devices

seats

seat belts

steering wheel

frontal impact protection

Active safety features of motor vehicles may include:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

tyres

Electronic Brake Assist (EBA)

Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)

This unit contains employability skills.