Modification History
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Release 1 |
Replaces AURV328961A Recover vehicle Unit code updated to meet policy requirements Minor changes to unit title Reference to OHS legislation replaced with new WHS legislation Licensing statement added to unit descriptor |
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competence required to recover a vehicle by transporting and towing. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, selecting the recovery method, preparing the recovery vehicle and the vehicle to be recovered, operating the recovery vehicle, cleaning up the recovery worksite and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation. Work requires individuals to demonstrate judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities and contributing to a productive team environment. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for work |
1.1. Work instructions are used to determine the job requirements, including job sheets, recovery types, vehicles preparation and recovery procedures. 1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted. 1.3. WHS requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work. 1.4. Vehicle and method of recovery are identified. 1.5. Hand, power tooling and safety equipment are identified and checked for safe use. 1.6. Procedures are determined to minimise waste material/ components. 1.7. Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job. |
2. Ascertain type of recovery |
2.1. Details are obtained by visual surveillance of recovery scene. 2.2. Information is obtained from officials at scene. 2.3. Hazards are recognised and included in requirements for recovery. 2.4. All activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS legislation, and enterprise procedures/policies. |
3. Prepare vehicle to be recovered for tow/lift |
3.1. Vehicle is prepared for tow/lift using recognised enterprise guidelines and legislative requirements. 3.2. Vehicle is prepared for recovery without causing damage to any component or system. 3.3. All activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS legislation, and enterprise procedures/policies. |
4. Prepare recovery vehicle for tow/lift |
4.1. Recovery vehicle is prepared using recognised enterprise guidelines and legislative requirements. 4.2. Recovery vehicle is prepared without causing damage to any component or system. 4.3. All activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS legislation, statutory requirements and enterprise procedures/policies. |
5. Operate recovery vehicle |
5.1. Vehicle/equipment is operated using recognised industry guidelines and legislative requirements. 5.2. Lifting and loading procedures are followed. 5.3. Vehicle is operated without causing damage to any component or system. 5.4. Recovered vehicle is safely conveyed to agreed destination. 5.5. All activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS legislation, and enterprise procedures/policies. |
6. Clean up recovery worksite |
6.1. Area of recovery and its near vicinity is cleared of debris and dangerous objects/hazardous materials. 6.2. Worksite is cleaned without causing damage to any component or system. 6.3. Clean-up procedures are completed within recognised enterprise guidelines and legislative requirements. |
7. Clean up work vehicle and maintain equipment |
7.1. Material that can be reused is collected and stored. 7.2. Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedure. 7.3. Equipment and work vehicle are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures. 7.4. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures. 7.5. Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications and worksite procedures. 7.6. Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
A working knowledge of:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated worksite. Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian Standards. The following resources should be made available:
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Method of assessment |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Recovery |
Recovery may be for damaged/broken down vehicle or transportation of vehicle |
Recovery vehicle |
Recovery vehicle may include tow truck, tilt tray, trailer, dolly wheels, low loader. |
Recovery methods |
Recovery methods are to include:
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WHS |
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of materials, use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances. |
Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies and practices. |
Safe operating procedures |
Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to operational risk assessment and treatments associated with vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and worksite visitors. |
Emergency procedures |
Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include, but are not limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment, extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and worksite evacuation. |
Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements are to include but are not limited to waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management. |
Quality requirements |
Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to regulations, including Australian Standards, internal company quality policy and standards and enterprise operations and procedures. |
Statutory /regulatory authorities |
Statutory/regulatory authorities may include Federal, State/Territory and local authorities administering acts, regulations and codes of practice. |
Tooling and equipment |
Tooling and equipment may include hand tooling, chains, slings, ropes, safety equipment, towing bar, jack, shovel, broom, remote lights, signs, torch, watch, work light, air lines and fittings, reduction blocks, and communication equipment. |
Materials |
Materials may include gloves, industry-specific stationery and cleaning materials. |
Communications |
Communications are to include, but are not limited to street directory, verbal and visual instructions and fault reporting and may include worksite specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers. |
Information /documents |
Sources of information/documents may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Vehicle body |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |