Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 6:40 PM AWST
23/07/2026 6:40 PM AWST
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Select a safe vehicle
Select a safe vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF0079A
TLIF0079A
State Code
D5121
D5121
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to understand and select a vehicle for safety in accordance with approved standards, safeworking and regulatory requirements. It includes identifying types of cars, identifying safety features of cars, and how those safety features affect safety. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Identify different motor vehicle types applicable to first time drivers
- 1.1 The characteristics of motor vehicles for purchase that can be used by first time users are identified and observed
- 1.2 Licensing requirements for drivers of differing motor vehicles that can be used by first time users are described
- 1.3 The Australian new and used car rating system is utilised to select an appropriate vehicle
2Recognise safety features and design safety in motor vehicles
- 2.1 Different safety features of vehicles are identified and explained
- 2.2 Safety features and their function to protect the driver and other road users are described
- 2.3 Primary/passive safety features of motor vehicles are identified
- 2.4 Secondary/active safety features of motor vehicles are identified
3Identify factors that can affect vehicle safety
- 3.1 Corrosion and its effect on vehicle safety is described
- 3.2 Tyre inflation and tyre wear are recognised
- 3.3 Vehicle fluids and their effect on vehicle safety are identified
- 3.4 Seat belts and their condition and the effects on road safety are explained
- 3.5 The importance of correct maintenance on motor vehicle safety is described
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.
Other road users may include:
pedestrians
cyclists and skaters
passengers
other drivers
farm vehicles
mobility scooters
segways
heavy commercial vehicles
Safety features may include:
lighting:
headlights on warning/auto
daytime running lights
hazard light activate in severe crash
driving lights
fog lamps
vehicle:
top speed limiter
seat belt interlock
seat belt load limiters front
speed alarm
high transmittance glazing
knee bolster/padding
laminated or shatter-proof glazing for all windows
seat belt webbing grabbers front
seat belt pre-tensioner front
anti-submarining seat design
helmets/head bands for occupants
seat belt buckle mounted on seat
pedestrian friendly vehicle front
ABS brakes
side airbag - front seat thorax
driver airbag
conspicuous vehicle body colour
load restraint devices (tethers)
intelligent speed adaption
improved foot protection
speed sensitive intermittent wipers
automatic wipers
adjustable head restraint
head protection padding
cargo barrier
external mirrors electrically adjustment
bonnet airbag for pedestrian protection
smart airbag
crash recorder
mobile phone available in event of accident
seat belt load limiters rear
alcohol/drug interlock
seat belt d-ring height adjustable
mayday distress call in severe crash
cruise control
engine immobiliser
automatic transmission
adjustable lumbar support
adjustable steering column
adjustable driver's seat (multifunction)
cooled/heated driver's seat
side airbag - front head-protecting (curtain)
headway radar for closing speeds
front passenger airbag
fuel and engine cut-off (severe crash)
seat belt centre rear-point
head rest for rear outboard seats
power steering
seat belt webbing grabbers rear
seat belt pre-tensioners rear
head restraints for all rear seats
side airbag rear thorax
inflatable seat belt
independent rear suspension
auto dimming rear view mirror
child seat integrated
harness seat belt for adults
side airbag rear head-protecting
navigation system (GPS)
traction control
run flat tyres
anti fogging (heated) ext mirrors
tyre pressure monitoring
air conditioning/climate control
Vehicle fluid may include:
engine
windscreen water
radiator coolant
brake fluid
transmission fluid
radiator/cooling system
battery
air conditioner
fuel
Passive safety features of motor vehicles may include:
airbags (front/side/curtain)
air conditioning
automatic transmission
cargo barrier
cruise control
daytime running lights
head restraints
mirrors
over-speed warning devices
seats
seat belts
steering wheel
frontal impact protection
Active safety features of motor vehicles may include:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
tyres
Electronic Brake Assist (EBA)
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Other road users may include:
pedestrians
cyclists and skaters
passengers
other drivers
farm vehicles
mobility scooters
segways
heavy commercial vehicles
Safety features may include:
lighting:
headlights on warning/auto
daytime running lights
hazard light activate in severe crash
driving lights
fog lamps
vehicle:
top speed limiter
seat belt interlock
seat belt load limiters front
speed alarm
high transmittance glazing
knee bolster/padding
laminated or shatter-proof glazing for all windows
seat belt webbing grabbers front
seat belt pre-tensioner front
anti-submarining seat design
helmets/head bands for occupants
seat belt buckle mounted on seat
pedestrian friendly vehicle front
ABS brakes
side airbag - front seat thorax
driver airbag
conspicuous vehicle body colour
load restraint devices (tethers)
intelligent speed adaption
improved foot protection
speed sensitive intermittent wipers
automatic wipers
adjustable head restraint
head protection padding
cargo barrier
external mirrors electrically adjustment
bonnet airbag for pedestrian protection
smart airbag
crash recorder
mobile phone available in event of accident
seat belt load limiters rear
alcohol/drug interlock
seat belt d-ring height adjustable
mayday distress call in severe crash
cruise control
engine immobiliser
automatic transmission
adjustable lumbar support
adjustable steering column
adjustable driver's seat (multifunction)
cooled/heated driver's seat
side airbag - front head-protecting (curtain)
headway radar for closing speeds
front passenger airbag
fuel and engine cut-off (severe crash)
seat belt centre rear-point
head rest for rear outboard seats
power steering
seat belt webbing grabbers rear
seat belt pre-tensioners rear
head restraints for all rear seats
side airbag rear thorax
inflatable seat belt
independent rear suspension
auto dimming rear view mirror
child seat integrated
harness seat belt for adults
side airbag rear head-protecting
navigation system (GPS)
traction control
run flat tyres
anti fogging (heated) ext mirrors
tyre pressure monitoring
air conditioning/climate control
Vehicle fluid may include:
engine
windscreen water
radiator coolant
brake fluid
transmission fluid
radiator/cooling system
battery
air conditioner
fuel
Passive safety features of motor vehicles may include:
airbags (front/side/curtain)
air conditioning
automatic transmission
cargo barrier
cruise control
daytime running lights
head restraints
mirrors
over-speed warning devices
seats
seat belts
steering wheel
frontal impact protection
Active safety features of motor vehicles may include:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
tyres
Electronic Brake Assist (EBA)
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 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:
applying the underpinning knowledge and skills
demonstrating selection of safe motor vehicle
identifying reasons for selection of a safe motor vehicle
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations
Simulators are not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency
Driving a vehicle is not part of the assessment of this unit of competency
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 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:
applying the underpinning knowledge and skills
demonstrating selection of safe motor vehicle
identifying reasons for selection of a safe motor vehicle
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations
Simulators are not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency
Driving a vehicle is not part of the assessment of this unit of competency
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWM26 | TLIF0079 | Select a safe vehicle | Unit of competency |
