Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
relevant State/Territory road rules
relevant State/Territory OHS legislation
relevant State/Territory fatigue management regulations
relevant State/Territory environmental protection legislation
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Medium vehicles may include:
fuel and service vehicles
crane trucks (vehicle loading crane)
table tops
highway tippers
water tankers
fire engines
explosive carriers
any 2-axle rigid vehicle, including truck and bus greater than 8 tonnes GVM
Work requirements may include:
achievement targets
coordination requirements/issues
equipment defects
handover details
hazards and potential hazards
identification/allocation
medium vehicle
nature and scope of work
route
shift briefings
site lighting arrangements
work orders
working conditions
Safety information and procedures may include:
use of seat belts
security of door
conditions of brakes and braking system (air pressure)
load characteristics
vehicle speed
fluid levels
safety requirements, including:
use of authorised cargo restraining equipment
observing authorised parking areas
correct distances between vehicles
observing site traffic rules
passenger safety and control
load security and safety
transport rules
operations signals procedures
Hazards and risks may include:
wet and iced roads
oil on road
animals and objects on road
fire in vehicle
leaking fuel
faulty brakes
parked vehicles on the road
faulty steering mechanism on vehicle
pedestrians crossing the road
flooded sections of road
windy sections of road
foggy conditions
Vehicle records may include:
manual or electronic data collection systems
log-on/off, activity recording
trip records
refueling information
Site requirements may include:
observing site traffic rules
observing authorised parking areas
correct distances between vehicles
Pre-start checks may include:
fluid levels, including fuel, engine oil, brake fluids, coolant, clutch/transmission fluid and windscreen washer fluid
windows and mirrors for clear visibility
tyres and wheels (air pressure, tyre damage, illegal tread depth and condition, abnormal wear pattern and tyre compatibility)
fan belts
seat belts
door hatches and latches
battery and connections
visible and current registration and licences
spare wheel
wheel nuts
wheel chocks and wedges
rear guards
warning horn
power take off
Start-up checks may include:
lights (headlights, clearance lights, indicators, hazard lights, reversing lights)
brakes
heating and ventilation
instruments and gauges
windscreen washers and wipers
pneumatic system including hydraulic hoses and hose connections
Manage engine power may include:
selecting gear ratio to achieve smooth take-off
changing gears to maintain specified torque range at all speeds
utilising engine retarder
Faults may include:
loose/leaking air brake and hose fitting
excessive wear in suspension system
overheating:
coolant
exhaust
drive-line
low oil temperature
electrical discharge/overcharge
low air pressure
ancillary systems
abnormal emissions
Manufacturer's instructions may include:
engine crank
idling
engine RPM
operating temperatures
torque range

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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for operating a medium vehicle
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of medium vehicles
working with others to undertake and operate a medium vehicle in a way that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely operation of medium vehicles that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and operate medium vehicles
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.