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Operate heavy recovery ancillary equipment

Operate heavy recovery ancillary equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC4068
State Code
AWM78
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a range of heavy recovery ancillary equipment used in the towing and recovery process.It includes checking job requirements, preparing heavy recovery ancillary equipment for use, operating ancillary equipment, and shutting down heavy recovery ancillary equipment. This unit applies to those working in the heavy recovery industry. It does not include salvage operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Check job requirements
  • 1.1 Job is reviewed to identify equipment and operating requirements
  • 1.2 Ancillary equipment, materials and personnel requirements for safe, effective and efficient operation are identified and organised
  • 1.3 Suitable personal protective equipment and clothing are selected, used, maintained and stored in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
2 Prepare heavy recovery ancillary equipment for use
  • 2.1 Routine pre-operational checks are carried out in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.2 Operational systems are checked and calibrated for correct operation in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Faulty equipment is identified, safety tagged and reported promptly in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 2.4 WHS/OHS hazards associated with equipment operation are identified, and risk is assessed and handled in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 2.5 Environmental implications associated with operations are identified, assessed and reported in accordance with organisational procedures
3 Operate ancillary equipment
  • 3.1 Operational area is checked and personnel in that area are informed of initiation of operation
  • 3.2 Equipment is started up using correct sequence in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 3.3 Equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with manufacturer specifications, and is monitored for performance and efficiency
  • 3.4 Input materials are monitored and non-conformances are identified and handled in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 3.5 Processing outputs are monitored and adjustments to equipment operation are made in accordance with job requirements
4 Shut down heavy recovery ancillary equipment
  • 4.1 Shut-down procedures for equipment are completed in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 4.2 Routine maintenance of equipment is carried out in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Equipment is stored and secured in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 4.4 Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance and damage to equipment are detailed and reported in accordance with organisational requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S8279 TLIC4068A Operate heavy recovery ancillary equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODP65 TLIC0011 Conduct heavy vehicle recovery operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFE1 TLI40119 Certificate IV in Driving Operations Qualification
AZQ4 TLI42116 Certificate IV in Driving Operations Qualification