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Operate a rear loading mobile compaction/collection vehicle

Operate a rear loading mobile compaction/collection vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC3087A
State Code
WI801
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2013
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
21/03/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a rear loading mobile compaction/collection vehicle (the ‘vehicle’).Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
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 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 Product is deposited into vehicle collection area (hopper) in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements
  • 2.5 Blockages and non-compliant product are cleared in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements
  • 2.6 Prior to travel, product is removed from ground and no product is left on lifting equipment, vehicle or body
3 Compact product in vehicle
  • 3.1 Loading of product within the body of the vehicle is monitored
  • 3.2 Compaction equipment is operated in accordance with organisational/manufacturer requirements
  • 3.3 Once vehicle reaches gross vehicle mass (GVM) compaction/loading is ceased in accordance with relevant organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements
4 Unload product from vehicle and complete relevant documentation
  • 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 is completed in accordance with organisational/manufacturer and legislative requirements
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 in 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 pertaining 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 relations
licensing rules
mass management regulations
permit requirements
road and traffic rules
WHS/OHS and environmental legislation
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 vehicle
applying correct operation of vehicle cabin functions
using 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
knowledge of relevant legislation, and organisational and manufacturer procedures for transporting product in the vehicle
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:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operating manuals.
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must:
occur in three different aspects of the job function in the workplace
ensure written and verbal understanding of all types of product to identify compatibility.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge.
Use of a simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWM84 TLIC3087 Operate a rear loading mobile compaction/collection vehicle Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J803 TLI33413 Certificate III in Waste Driving Operations Qualification