Elements and Performance Criteria

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below.

Risks to customers, self and other road users may include:
rolling a vehicle
causing a vehicle to become bogged
delaying other road users by obstructing access with incapacitated vehicle
injury to self and others.


4WD vehicles may be:
diesel powered
petrol powered
made to manufacturer's standard
specially configured for touring
small capacity seating
multi-seat vans
large or small coaches.


Range of terrain types must include:
steep inclines
very soft ground
rocky areas
sand
water crossings
mud or black soil.




Negative impact to the environment may include:
disturbance or injury to fauna
physical damage to flora
damage to roads, tracks and fire trails
pollution from vehicle emissions
noise disturbance to the local community
damage to culturally sensitive areas or sites.
Recovery may involve:
winching
rocking vehicle free of an obstruction or bog
removing vehicle from a bog
removing vehicle from a water crossing.


Adverse terrain must include:
steep inclines
very soft ground
rocky areas
sand
water crossings
mud or black soil.


Routine repair tasks may include:
replacing blown globes in vehicle lights
replacing broken fan belts
replacing blown fuses
fixing or replacing door mirrors
repairing rear tail-light lens
changing wheels in uneven terrain
changing of tyres
repairing tyre punctures
replacing broken coolant hose
bleeding brakes
bleeding a diesel engine.


Routine maintenance tasks may include:
topping up of water levels
replacement of oils
replacement of air in tyres.

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to use the features of a 4WD safely, correctly and with minimal environmental impact to navigate a full range of terrain that will vary according to the touring and organisation location
knowledge of the negative environmental impacts of operating a 4WD and minimal impact practices
knowledge of the, safety and regulatory issues that relate to 4WD operation
ability to safely apply a full range of recovery techniques to 4WD vehicles
knowledge of and ability to apply a full range of repair and maintenance techniques specific to 4WD vehicles.


Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
demonstration of skills in an off-road environment that requires the application of the required range of 4WD techniques and recovery skills and in which touring activities may take place, such as remote area national park or very steep terrain
use of a 4WD vehicle typically used in touring situations and loaded to reflect operational conditions
access to vehicle performance reports
access to current regulatory documents distributed by key land management agencies and federal, state or territory, and local governments, such as plain English legislative publications, codes and standards outlining environmental regulatory requirements
use of industry ecotourism codes of practice, especially that of the Ecotourism Association of Australia.


Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate using the features of a 4WD vehicle, using recovery techniques and performing minor repairs and maintenance on the vehicle
review of maintenance schedules prepared or completed by the candidate
review of recovery reports completed by the candidate
written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of OHS issues and legislative requirements pertaining to operating 4WD vehicles
written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of environmental and community impact of operating 4WD vehicles
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SITTTOP006B Operate tours in a remote area.


Assessing employability skills
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role.