Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 6:05 PM AWST
22/07/2026 6:05 PM AWST
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Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle
Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
TLILIC2014
TLILIC2014
State Code
AWL68
AWL68
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
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to obtain a licence to drive a light rigid vehicle. It includes systematically and efficiently controlling all vehicle functions, monitoring traffic and road conditions, managing vehicle condition and performance, and effectively managing hazardous situations. Types of light rigid vehicles include: a rigid truck above 4.5 tonnes GVM but less than or equal to 8 tonnes GVM or a rigid bus with less than or equal to 8 tonnes GVM or seats more than 12 adults, including the driver.Assessment of this unit will be undertaken within a licensing examination conducted by, or under the authority of, the relevant state/territory driver licensing authority.This unit applies to driving that is carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory driver licensing authority licence requirements and regulations for light rigid vehicles.Driving is performed with limited or minimum supervision, and with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.Driving involves the application of routine vehicle driving principles and procedures to maintain safety and to operate a light rigid vehicle across a variety of driving contexts.The primary legislative requirements applicable to this unit of competency are state/territory legislation in relation to road use and driver licensing.This unit addresses the knowledge and skills necessary for the granting of a Light Rigid Driver Licence.Being awarded this unit of competency is a necessary requirement to obtain a Light Rigid Driver Licence but is only one of several criteria. Prospective licence applicants should check with the state/territory driver licensing authority for other criteria (such as licence tenure and medical fitness) to confirm other eligibility requirements before undertaking training and/or assessment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Drive a light rigid vehicle
- 1.1 Light rigid vehicle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations, manufacturer instructions and relevant vehicle handling procedures
- 1.2 Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance, and to minimise engine and transmission damage
- 1.3 Braking system of light rigid vehicle is managed and operated efficiently to ensure effective control of vehicle under all conditions
- 1.4 Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving
- 1.5 Light rigid vehicle is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning
- 1.6 Light rigid vehicle is parked, shutdown and safely secured in accordance with traffic regulations
- 1.7 Load is safely and effectively restrained
2 Monitor traffic and road conditions
- 2.1 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
- 2.2 Interaction with other road users is conducted courteously in accordance with road rules to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow
3 Monitor and maintain vehicle performance
- 3.1 Vehicle performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and vehicle checks
- 3.2 Appropriate signage, lights and equipment are checked for operational effectiveness and for conformity to prescribed traffic regulations
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG236 | TLILIC2014B | Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle | Unit of competency |