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Conduct rigid haul truck operations

Conduct rigid haul truck operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMPO338D
State Code
WH442
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
4.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct rigid haul truck operations in Civil construction, Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.This unit is appropriate for those who work in operational 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 rigid haul truck operations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply conducting rigid haul truck operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work activities
  • 1.5 Access, interpret and apply required geological and survey data
  • 1.6 Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others
  • 1.7 Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing, during and on completions of work activities
2. Operate rigid haul truck
  • 2.1 Isolate vehicle and carry out pre-start checks including a walk around the vehicle and inspection of the body and tyres and report any issues identified
  • 2.2 Enter and exit the vehicle using a three points of contact technique
  • 2.3 Conduct start-up procedures, then start up the vehicle
  • 2.4 Select and modify the operating/drive technique to appropriately meet changing work conditions
  • 2.5 Drive, manoeuvre, conduct and control operations within the vehicle limitations
  • 2.6 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
  • 2.7 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety to self, others, plant and equipment
  • 2.8 Conduct park-up and shutdown procedures
3. Load, haul and dump materials
  • 3.1 Position rigid haul truck under loading equipment and load vehicle
  • 3.2 Carry out approved haulage operations
  • 3.3 Carry out approved dumping operations
  • 3.4 Complete load, haul and dump work activity
4. Carry out rigid haul truck post-operational procedures
  • 4.1 Prepare vehicle for maintenance
  • 4.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
  • 4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
  • 4.4 Refuel vehicle
  • 4.5 Return vehicle to service
  • 4.6 Process written maintenance records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB330 RIIMPO311A Conduct haul truck operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAK40 RIIMPO338E Conduct rigid haul truck operations Unit of competency