Elements and Performance Criteria

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
relevant State/Territory environmental protection legislation
relevant State/Territory fatigue management regulations
relevant State/Territory OHS legislation
relevant State/Territory permit regulations and requirements
relevant State/Territory road rules
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

geological and survey data
work plans
manufacturer's instructions

achievement targets
coordination requirements/issues
equipment defects
handover details
hazards and potential hazards
nature and scope of work
route
shift briefings
site lighting arrangements
vehicle identification
work orders
working conditions

use of seat belts
security of door
conditions of brakes and braking system (air pressure)
load characteristics
vehicle speed
fluid levels

vehicles up to 4.5 tonne GVM
vehicles carrying up to 12 passengers
single or multiple drive

abandoned equipment
adjoining pit walls
adverse weather conditions (electrical storms, floods, fires)
animals and objects on road
chemicals
contaminants
equipment
faulty brakes
faulty steering mechanism on vehicle
fences
fire in vehicle
flooded sections of road
foggy conditions
holes
leaking fuel
materials
oil on road
over-hanging rocks
parked vehicles on the road
pedestrians crossing the road
pot holes
unsafe ground
unstable faces
vehicles
wet and iced roads
windy sections of road
worksite hazards

air filter restriction indicator
cab (horn, lights, air conditioner)
computer systems
display instrumentation and gauges
engine and stop engine lights
fluid levels (windscreen washer tank, hydraulic oil, coolant, grease, water, engine oil, fuel)
visual and audio warning devices and lights
vehicle handling procedures may include:
accelerating and braking
managing engine performance
operating vehicle controls, instruments and indicators using air brakes
positioning and stopping a vehicle
reversing a vehicle
starting a vehicle
steering and manoeuvring a vehicle
using defensive driving techniques

safety mechanisms operational (horn, operating lights)
vehicle is left secured

brake air pressure
brake oil temperature
computer indicators
engine oil pressure
fuel filter
oil temperature
parking brake
retarder
service meter
speedometer/odometer
steering filters
tachometer
torque converter
transmission filter
voltmeter
water temperature

cab condition (no rags in air conditioner vent, dirt around brake and accelerator pedals, seat condition, all gear secured)
cab mounts
damage to equipment
engine oil to be checked before starting engine
fire suppression unit (pins in position in triggers)
grease lines
isolation and lock-out
light positioning and cleanliness
no combustible material around exhaust
oil leaks (engine, hydraulic hoses, ground) fuel leaks (engine, on ground), water leaks (radiator, hoses)
personal proximity
portable fire extinguisher (bracket, gauge, hose, ease of access)
radiator top up tank
tyres and rim condition
vehicle number
wheel nuts and studs
windows (clean, emergency exit tag in place)

checking fluid levels
filter changing
greasing
keeping cab clean
tightening loose fittings
cleaning
degreasing
forced air
steam cleaning
vacuum

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 light vehicle
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of a light vehicle
working with others to undertake and complete the operation of light vehicles that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of the operation of light vehicles that safely, effectively and efficiently meet 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 complete the operation of light vehicles

Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.