Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:51 AM AWST
22/07/2026 9:51 AM AWST
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Manage the recovery process
Manage the recovery process
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIL4079A
TLIL4079A
State Code
S8318
S8318
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2014
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
31/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to participate in an emergency response in the event of a dangerous goods incident.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare and respond to incident
- 1.1 Equipment is checked, serviced and confirmed as being operationally ready for use
- 1.2 Incident and task information is obtained and assessed for the type of recovery
- 1.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected relevant to the nature of the recovery operation
- 1.4 Any further details of the nature of the incident are received en route
- 1.5 Briefings are participated in and assessed to ensure issues and objectives are identified
2 Conduct job safety analysis
- 2.1 Operation and task information is obtained through command structure at the incident site
- 2.2 Scene reconnaissance is promptly conducted and results are reported
- 2.3 Hazards and environmental conditions are assessed and minimised or controlled
- 2.4 Communication with others is maintained using appropriate techniques and terminology
- 2.5 Health, safety and security procedures are followed in accordance with organisational policy and relevant legislation
- 2.6 Personal capabilities and limitations are recognised and referred to supervisor
- 2.7 Need for additional personnel and/or specialist equipment is reported to supervisor
3 Develop a recovery plan
- 3.1 Extent of operational area and objectives are identified
- 3.2 Recovery strategies are identified and assessed as appropriate to type and scale of incident
- 3.3 Risk assessment of hazards is undertaken and precautions to be observed are proposed
- 3.4 Electrical and other utilities are assessed to ensure they are rendered safe and identified hazards are mitigated
- 3.5 Building risks are assessed to ensure they are identified, communicated to relevant personnel and mitigated where possible
- 3.6 Environmental risks are identified and mitigated where possible
- 3.7 Impact of recovery operations on the work and safety of others is identified
- 3.8 Controls are selected to achieve objectives with minimum damage to people and the environment
4 Recover casualty vehicle
- 4.1 Amount of working area required to work safely and complete recovery operation is determined
- 4.2 Boundaries of the working area are established and secured
- 4.3 Access to the casualty vehicle is gained using techniques and equipment in accordance with organisational procedures
- 4.4 Recovery techniques are used to exercise control over the lift and descent of the casualty vehicle to minimise further damage
- 4.5 Incident scene is constantly monitored for potential or developing risks to prevent injury to self and others and risk analysis is revised accordingly
- 4.6 Contact is maintained at all times with other incident workers to keep them briefed on the recovery process and the incident controller is alerted to any issues
- 4.7 Implementation of the recovery plan is monitored for effectiveness and adequacy
- 4.8 Casualty vehicle is removed and extricated safely using recovery techniques and procedures
5 Conclude recovery operations
- 5.1 Recovery vehicle and equipment are recovered, cleaned and serviced in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines prior to standing down from the operation
- 5.2 Operational documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures
- 5.3 Operational debrief is conducted and appropriate contributions are made
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. Add any 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.
Equipment includes:
uplift and recovery boom
winches
fire extinguishers
hand tools
socket sets
shovels
crow bars
sledge hammers
wood saws
hacksaws
hydraulic jacks
forklifts
road train dolly
air bags and cushions
catch equipment
bog mats
track mats
pumps
snatch blocks
cribbing
chains
lifting slings and strops
cutting equipment
chain saws
PPE
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
regulatory procedures
Documentation and records may include:
site inductions
state and territory heavy vehicle driving licence or permit requirements
state and territory road rules
incident and hazard logs
tow authority permit
job safety analysis (JSA) and work method statements
workplace driving instructions and procedures
vehicle manufacturer’s instructions, specifications and recommended driving procedures, including pre-operational checks of vehicle
emergency procedures
vehicle work diaries or record books
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state and territory:
roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads
road rules
OH&S legislation
fatigue management regulations
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any 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.
Equipment includes:
uplift and recovery boom
winches
fire extinguishers
hand tools
socket sets
shovels
crow bars
sledge hammers
wood saws
hacksaws
hydraulic jacks
forklifts
road train dolly
air bags and cushions
catch equipment
bog mats
track mats
pumps
snatch blocks
cribbing
chains
lifting slings and strops
cutting equipment
chain saws
PPE
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
regulatory procedures
Documentation and records may include:
site inductions
state and territory heavy vehicle driving licence or permit requirements
state and territory road rules
incident and hazard logs
tow authority permit
job safety analysis (JSA) and work method statements
workplace driving instructions and procedures
vehicle manufacturer’s instructions, specifications and recommended driving procedures, including pre-operational checks of vehicle
emergency procedures
vehicle work diaries or record books
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state and territory:
roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads
road rules
OH&S legislation
fatigue management regulations
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 section in Section B of the accreditation submission.
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:
using communication equipment in the recovery industry
correctly positioning vehicle at a recovery incident
using PPE as it applies to the recovery industry
identifying persons of authority and methods of communication as they apply to heavy vehicle recovery
performing a risk assessment of a hazard as it applies to the recovery task
identifying equipment requirements for a recovery task
securing site and work zones
recognising and having an understanding of appropriate licences and permits
fundamental understanding of resistance and line pull and effects on recovery operations
understanding of working load limits of chains, cables, slings and snatch blocks
understanding of the principle of levers and mechanical advantage
knowledge of failsafe systems on a heavy recovery vehicle
understanding of environmental issues as they apply to the recovery process
recognising and producing appropriate manufacturer’s handbooks
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
tools, equipment and PPE currently used in the recovery industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment consistent with current industry practice, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a range of contexts expected as part of the job function
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 section in Section B of the accreditation submission.
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:
using communication equipment in the recovery industry
correctly positioning vehicle at a recovery incident
using PPE as it applies to the recovery industry
identifying persons of authority and methods of communication as they apply to heavy vehicle recovery
performing a risk assessment of a hazard as it applies to the recovery task
identifying equipment requirements for a recovery task
securing site and work zones
recognising and having an understanding of appropriate licences and permits
fundamental understanding of resistance and line pull and effects on recovery operations
understanding of working load limits of chains, cables, slings and snatch blocks
understanding of the principle of levers and mechanical advantage
knowledge of failsafe systems on a heavy recovery vehicle
understanding of environmental issues as they apply to the recovery process
recognising and producing appropriate manufacturer’s handbooks
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
tools, equipment and PPE currently used in the recovery industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment consistent with current industry practice, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a range of contexts expected as part of the job function
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWL82 | TLIL4079 | Manage the recovery process | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S795 | TLI42111 | Certificate IV in Driving Operations | Qualification |