Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to ride a courier/delivery motorcycle while safely carrying loads. This includes pre-operational checks of the motorcycle; the systematic, safe and efficient control of all functions; and effective management of hazardous situations. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
Work must be carried out in compliance with the regulations/permit requirements of the relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to the riding of a motorcycle on public roads. Work is generally performed with indirect supervision, and with limited accountability and responsibility for self in achieving the prescribed outcomes. Driving involves the application of routine procedures to pick up and deliver products, documents and materials from and to customers across a variety of operational contexts. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
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 required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Ride the courier motorcycle |
1.1 Motorcycle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations, manufacturers instructions and workplace policy 1.2 Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance and to minimise engine and gear damage 1.3 Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving 1.4 The motorcycle is parked, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturers specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures 1.5 Motorcycles carrying dangerous goods are driven along designated routes in accordance with the AE or ADG codes, relevant government regulations and workplace policies 1.6 Load is checked to confirm compliance with the load limit of the motorcycle 1.7 The load is secured, transported and the motorcycle is manoeuvred with due consideration to any required precautions related to characteristics of the load and/or relevant government regulations pertaining to special loads 1.8 Any required signs or indicators are fixed to the motorcycle 1.9 Personal protective equipment and clothing is identified, worn and adjusted to meet legislative, regulatory or policy requirements |
2 Monitor traffic and road conditions |
2.1 The most efficient route of travel is taken through monitoring and anticipation of 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 upon to enable safe operation and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads and facilities |
3 Monitor and maintain motorcycle performance |
3.1 Motorcycle performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and checks of the motorcycle 3.2 Performance and efficiency of motorcycle operation is monitored during use 3.3 Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are reported to the appropriate authority 3.4 Motorcycle records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
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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 knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package. |
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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. |
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Work may be carried out in typical road transport situations, including: |
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Customers may be: |
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Motorcycle handling procedures may include: |
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Pre-operational checks may include: |
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Minor routine repairs may include: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Factors that can cause traffic delays and diversions may include: |
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Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include: |
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Information and documentation may include: |
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Applicable procedures and codes may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency Field
Competency Field |
C - Vehicle Operation |