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Drive vehicles under operational conditions

Drive vehicles under operational conditions

Unit of competency
National Code
PUAVEH001
State Code
OAX45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/02/2020
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
26/02/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to drive vehicles safely, including the systematic and safe control of all vehicles' functions and the management of hazardous situations under operational conditions.The unit is applicable to public safety personnel who are required to operate vehicles both on and off road during public safety operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare vehicle for operational response
  • 1.1 Vehicle is selected to meet operational requirements and is suitable for use in operational terrain
  • 1.2 Preliminary check of the vehicle is completed to ensure it is operational
  • 1.3 Equipment and accessories are checked to ensure they are available and are operational
  • 1.4 Cabin drill and start up checks are completed, in accordance with organisational procedures and operational standards
  • 1.5 Engine is started, in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
  • 1.6 Audible and visual warning systems are checked to ensure that they are all operational
2 Drive the vehicle
  • 2.1 Vehicle is prepared for and is safely operated in terrain suitable to the vehicle
  • 2.2 Vehicles and/or trailers are operated and positioned, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures to ensure safe operation and traffic regulations
  • 2.3 Low risk driving techniques are used, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures, to minimise the likelihood of injury to persons or damage to equipment or property
3 Monitor traffic, road and terrain under operational conditions
  • 3.1 Vehicle movement is controlled in response to external conditions to ensure safety of persons
  • 3.2 Most efficient route for travel is taken including monitoring factors likely to cause delays or deviations
  • 3.3 Traffic and surface conditions are consistently monitored and acted upon to enable safe operation and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads and/or facilities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2985 PUAVEH001B Drive vehicles under operational conditions Unit of competency