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Operate heavy rigid vehicle

Operate heavy rigid vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIVEH307E
State Code
AWB70
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/07/2016
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
14/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to operate heavy rigid vehicle in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.This unit is appropriate for those working in supervisory and technical specialist roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for heavy rigid vehicle operations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply vehicle haulage documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Access, read, interpret and apply available information about site conditions required to complete the allocated work in accordance with site procedures
  • 1.3 Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements, before proceeding
  • 1.4 Prepare vehicle written records and carry out log-on procedures
2. Operate heavy rigid vehicle
  • 2.1 Resolve coordination activities with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
  • 2.2 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures
  • 2.3 Operate ancillary attachments to the heavy rigid vehicle
  • 2.4 Operate heavy rigid vehicle with and without ancillary attachments
  • 2.5 Manage engine power, ensure efficiency of vehicle movement, minimise strain to the engine and drive line
  • 2.6 Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations
  • 2.7 Complete work activity within the operating capacity of the heavy rigid vehicle
3. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Carry out visual and physical equipment inspections and fault finding
  • 3.2 Carry out schedule of routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks
  • 3.3 Carry out schedule of minor maintenance
  • 3.4 Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks
  • 3.5 Process written records and reports
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH742 RIIVEH307D Operate heavy rigid vehicle Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCD18 RIIVEH307F Operate a heavy rigid vehicle Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZE5 RII30115 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations Qualification