Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 7:05 AM AWST
22/07/2026 7:05 AM AWST
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Drive light rigid vehicle
Drive light rigid vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC2002
TLIC2002
State Code
AWN05
AWN05
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 drive a light rigid vehicle safely in accordance with relevant state/territory road and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations for light rigid vehicles.It includes systematic and efficient control of all vehicle functions, monitoring traffic and road conditions, managing vehicle condition and performance, and effectively managing hazardous situations.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 the safety and operation of a commercial light rigid vehicle across a variety of driving contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Drive light rigid vehicle
- 1.1 Light rigid vehicle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations and manufacturer instructions
- 1.2 Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance and to minimise engine and transmission damage
- 1.3 Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving
- 1.4 Light rigid vehicle is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning
- 1.5 Light rigid vehicle is parked, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures
- 1.6 Appropriate procedures are followed in a driving emergency
2 Monitor traffic and road conditions
- 2.1 Most efficient route of travel is taken by monitoring and anticipating traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations
- 2.2 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
3 Monitor and maintain vehicle performance
- 3.1 Vehicle performance is maintained through vehicle pre-operational inspections and checks
- 3.2 Performance and efficiency of vehicle operation is monitored during use
- 3.3 Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are reported to appropriate authority
- 3.4 Vehicle records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5015 | TLIC2002A | Drive light rigid vehicle | Unit of competency |