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Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation

Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFGM3214
State Code
AXK61
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to tow and move an object using a four-wheel drive (4x4) vehicle on roads and varied terrain. This may include towing a trailer, vehicle or equipment as well as moving logs or other loads. The unit applies to those who tow and move objects using a four wheel drive in forest environments and timber processing environments.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states & territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare 4x4 for towing
  • 1.1 Identify and follow WHS, environmental, legal and organisational requirements relevant to operating in a towing situation.
  • 1.2 Identify type of object to be towed and determine a suitable towing arrangement.
  • 1.3 Identify equipment requirements and techniques to carry out the towing job.
  • 1.4 Identify potential hazards that may be experienced at the towing site and during the towing operation.
  • 1.5 Assess the towing activity for safety, security of passengers, vehicles and property.
  • 1.6 Check the 4x4 vehicle to ensure equipment is appropriate to conditions and operationally effective in line with manufacturer specifications.
2. Drive 4x4 towing a trailer
  • 2.1 Identify hazards and risk-management strategies associated with towing a trailer.
  • 2.2 Safely couple and uncouple the trailer.
  • 2.3 Secure load onto trailer.
  • 2.4 Apply risk-management strategies while 4x4 vehicle is in operation and towing a trailer.
  • 2.5 Demonstrate driving forward, reversing a trailer uphill, around corners and in a straight line.
  • 2.6 Use correct jack technique to change a trailer wheel.
  • 2.7 Park and shut down 4x4 vehicle in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.
3. Drive 4x4 moving an attached object
  • 3.1 Secure vehicle, equipment or object to be moved using appropriate recovery devices.
  • 3.2 Apply risk-management strategies to a 4x4 vehicle moving an object.
  • 3.3 Drive 4x4 and move attached object.
4. Perform post-towing tasks
  • 4.1 Notify relevant personnel of trip completion.
  • 4.2 Carry out maintenance on allocated vehicle.
  • 4.3 Record and report activity in line with organisational procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF826 FPIFGM3214 Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS11 FWPCOT3328 Operate four wheel drive vehicle in a towing situation Unit of competency