Unit of competency Outline

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Operate vehicles

Operate vehicles

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMOM205
State Code
BAQ60
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake pre-start checks, operate and shut down vehicles used in the agriculture, horticulture and land management sectors.The unit applies to individuals who operate vehicles to undertake routine work under general supervision with limited autonomy and accountability.Vehicle must be operated according to relevant state/territory licensing authority vehicle licence requirements and regulations.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare vehicle for use
  • 1.1 Confirm with supervisor activity to be undertaken, including identifying and reporting potential hazards and risks and implementing safe working practices to manage risk
  • 1.2 Source and interpret relevant vehicle operation and maintenance manual and observe manufacturer instructions
  • 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment and safety equipment applicable to operating the vehicle
  • 1.4 Carry out vehicle routine pre-operational checks and maintenance of vehicle prior to use
  • 1.5 Identify faults or malfunctions and report to supervisor for repair
  • 1.6 Secure loads according to vehicle operation manual and manufacturer instructions
2. Drive vehicle
  • 2.1 Carry out pre-start, and start up procedures according to workplace health and safety guidelines
  • 2.2 Drive vehicle in a safe and controlled manner
  • 2.3 Identify and anticipate driving hazards during vehicle operation
  • 2.4 Apply safe and defensive driving techniques for controlling hazards
  • 2.5 Identify environmental and biosecurity implications associated with vehicle operation and minimise impact
3. Complete vehicle operation
  • 3.1 Park vehicle and conduct shut down according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Perform routine operational servicing and minor maintenance according to vehicle operation and maintenance manual
  • 3.3 Identify and report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to supervisor
  • 3.4 Clean, decontaminate, secure and store vehicle
  • 3.5 Remove and store keys according to workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Maintain vehicle use records in required format
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7008 AHCMOM205A Operate vehicles Unit of competency