Unit of competency Outline
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Operate commercial vehicle
Operate commercial vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC1051
TLIC1051
State Code
AWN06
AWN06
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain the safety of and to operate, a commercial vehicle across a variety of job roles. It includes monitoring traffic and associated equipment, managing vehicle condition and performance, and effectively managing hazardous situations.Driving must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations.Driving is performed with limited supervision, and with duty of care responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit. Provisional car licence must be held prior to commencement of this unit of competency.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate commercial vehicle
- 1.1 Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance and to minimise engine and transmission damage
- 1.2 Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided
- 1.3 Vehicle lights and indicators are used in accordance with traffic regulations and manufacturer instructions
- 1.4 Vehicle is secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures
- 1.5 Appropriate procedures are followed in a driving emergency
- 1.6 Appropriate low-risk driving behaviour is displayed towards other road users in accordance with workplace procedures
- 1.7 Vehicle is positioning and moved conveniently and safely for loading and unloading in accordance with regulatory and workplace instructions
- 1.8 All associated equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions
2 Monitor traffic and road conditions
- 2.1 Most efficient route of travel is taken by monitoring and anticipating traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations
- 2.2 Traffic and road conditions are constantly monitored and acted on to enable safe operation and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads and facilities
3 Monitor and maintain vehicle performance
- 3.1 Vehicle performance and safety is maintained through vehicle pre-operational inspections
- 3.2 Performance and efficiency of vehicle operation is monitored during use
- 3.3 Vehicle is driven in a manner that incorporates eco-driving principles
- 3.4 Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are repaired as a minor repair or reported to appropriate authority
- 3.5 Vehicle records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5014 | TLIC1051A | Operate commercial vehicle | Unit of competency |