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.
Equipment fitted to the vehicle may include:
emergency information holder
emergency shutdown controls
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
first aid kit
placarding (for dangerous goods)
portable bunding
spill kit
vehicle emergency equipment
Equipment used to load/unload may include:
couplings e.g. camlocks
flexible or rigid hoses
gravity fed lines
pressure pumps (fitted to vehicle or remotely)
vacuum pumps (fitted to vehicle or remotely)
Loading and unloading sites may include:
council sites
customer site
depot
private sites
Personal safety measures may include:
conflict management techniques
correct use of safety rails and walkways
fitness for duty
gloves suitable for the product/task
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 to 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 regulations
licensing rules
mass management regulations
permit requirements
road and traffic rules
water/sewerage authorities
WHS/OHS and environmental legislation
Approved unload point may include:
collection vessel
intermediate bulk container (IBC)
other liquid waste tanker

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 of the vehicle
applying correct operation of all vehicle functions including in cabin, pump and tank controls whether fixed or remote
using correct manual handling techniques when operating vehicle and/or product containers
identifying and using PPE required for the product being loaded/transported
applying eco-driving techniques when operating the vehicle
knowledge of relevant legislation and organisational/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 an:
appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or
appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge.
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.
Use of a simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency.