Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the outcomes required to operate a 4x4 vehicle safely in a range of conditions, including on normal roads, traversing slopes, ascending and descending steep slopes, and stall recovery Compliance with licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may be required in various jurisdictions This unit replaces FPICOT2234A Operate 4x4 vehicle |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit involves operating a 4x4 vehicle in a forest environment setting The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority |
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 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 4x4 operations |
1.1. Applicable occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to operating a 4x4 vehicle are identified and followed 1.2. Pre -start checks of 4x4 vehicle and equipment are carried out in line with manufacturer specifications and roadworthy requirements 1.3. Tyres are checked for pressure suitable for terrain and changed as required in line with organisational procedures 1.4. Loads are secured in line with organisational and legislative requirements 1.5. Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements |
2. Operate 4x4 vehicle |
2.1. Intended vehicle path is inspected for potential hazards and risks prior to negotiation in line with OHS and environmental requirements 2.2. 4x4 vehicle is driven on and off-road at speeds appropriate for conditions in line with organisational and legislative requirements, and environmental regulations 2.3. 4x4 vehicle is parked and shut down in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements 2.4. 4x4 vehicle and equipment are cleaned and stored after use in line with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures |
3. Operate 4x4 vehicle on a steep slope |
3.1. Intended 4x4 vehicle path is inspected prior to negotiation of slope 3.2. Appropriate gear is selected to negotiate grade and engine revolutions are maintained to ensure constant traction 3.3. Airconditioning unit is turned off to avoid engine acceleration 3.4. Braking is used to control descent/ascent and skidding is avoided through application of brakes to emulate ABS 3.5. Traction is maintained in line with requirements of 4x4 vehicle and surrounding terrain |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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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 |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently operate a 4x4 vehicle |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to, and satisfy, all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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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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OHS requirements : |
are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
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Environmental requirements may include : |
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Legislative requirements : |
are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:
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Organisational requirements may include: |
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Vehicles may include: |
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Pre-start checks may include: |
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Manufacturer specifications may include: |
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Communication may include: |
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Hazards and risks may include: |
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Conditions are to include: |
which may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency field
Competency field |
Common Technical |