Unit of competency Outline
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Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator
Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF3060A
TLIF3060A
State Code
D5141
D5141
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
030909 - Transport Engineering
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required by pilot vehicle operators to control traffic in the vicinity of an oversized vehicle. It includes using prescribed traffic control stop/slow bats and communicating effectively with persons involved. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Apply control procedures
- 1.1 Legislative responsibilities and requirements are identified, interpreted and applied
- 1.2 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements are identified, interpreted and applied
- 1.3 Company procedures and requirements are identified, interpreted and applied
- 1.4 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected and used in accordance with standard operating procedures
- 1.5 Traffic control equipment is selected in accordance with the requirements of the task and standard operating procedures
2Coordinate traffic
- 2.1 Vehicles and pedestrians are monitored to ensure safety of persons and property
- 2.2 Adjustments are made for changing conditions and to ensure best traffic flow
- 2.3 Hand-held signs (bats) are positioned in accordance with standard operating procedures and to provide maximum visibility
- 2.4 Mishaps or accidents are managed in accordance with standard operating procedures where they exist and relevant legislation
3Maintain effective communication
- 3.1 Effective communication is maintained between all parties
- 3.2 Appropriate language and protocols are used during communication
- 3.3 Messages are transmitted concisely and in accordance with standard operating procedures where they exist
- 3.4 Electronic communication power supply is maintained in accordance with the manufacturers recommendation
- 3.5 After a period of non-contact, radio or other electronic contact is checked to ensure effective operation in accordance with standard operating procedures
4Maintain equipment
- 4.1 Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored or stowed in accordance with manufacturers specifications and standard operating procedures and to ensure operational effectiveness
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
in a range of work environments, spaces and weather conditions
by day or night
Traffic control applies to:
safe and efficient movement of all vehicular and pedestrian traffic
assisting movement of oversized or overmassed (OSOM) vehicle being escorted
Communication methods may include:
verbal
electronic
the use of hand-held (stop/slow bats) signs
Electronic communication may be used by:
a single operator
two operators
Documentation/records may include:
standard operating procedures for controlling traffic in the course of piloting duties
AS 1742-3 2002 Manual for uniform traffic control devices
relevant state or territory legislation, manuals and codes of practice
relevant local government documents
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
OH&S legislation and regulations
relevant state or territory road and rail legislation
relevant telecommunication legislation and regulations
relevant local government legislation and regulations
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
in a range of work environments, spaces and weather conditions
by day or night
Traffic control applies to:
safe and efficient movement of all vehicular and pedestrian traffic
assisting movement of oversized or overmassed (OSOM) vehicle being escorted
Communication methods may include:
verbal
electronic
the use of hand-held (stop/slow bats) signs
Electronic communication may be used by:
a single operator
two operators
Documentation/records may include:
standard operating procedures for controlling traffic in the course of piloting duties
AS 1742-3 2002 Manual for uniform traffic control devices
relevant state or territory legislation, manuals and codes of practice
relevant local government documents
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
OH&S legislation and regulations
relevant state or territory road and rail legislation
relevant telecommunication legislation and regulations
relevant local government legislation and regulations
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:
applying the underpinning knowledge and skills
applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
demonstrating an understanding of legislation and regulatory requirements
demonstrating use of hand-held signs
demonstrating an understanding of the requirements of traffic control during mishaps or accidents
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
a simulator/online assessment is not suitable for the final assessment of this unit of competency
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:
applying the underpinning knowledge and skills
applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
demonstrating an understanding of legislation and regulatory requirements
demonstrating use of hand-held signs
demonstrating an understanding of the requirements of traffic control during mishaps or accidents
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
a simulator/online assessment is not suitable for the final assessment of this unit of competency
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWM21 | TLIF3060 | Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W921 | TLI31210 | Certificate III in Driving Operations | Qualification |
| J532 | TLI21413 | Certificate II in Stevedoring | Qualification |