Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use appropriate range, gear and techniques to drive a four wheel drive or all wheel drive on unsealed roads to deliver personnel or equipment to activity sites. It covers driving on graded formed dirt roads with slight to moderate inclines and small forded water crossings.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those required to delivering personnel or equipment to activity sites and those undertaking inspections along a route.
This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Driving must be carried out according to the licensing, certification requirements of the relevant State or Territory authority.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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 |
1. Determine vehicle characteristics. |
1.1. Determine the structural, handling and operational features and characteristics of the vehicle . 1.2. Determine the purpose and use of front wheel hubs. 1.3. Identify factors affecting tyre size, fitment, rating, and pressure. 1.4. Identify recovery points, tie down points and mounting features of the vehicle. 1.5. Identify hazards associated with incorrect use of vehicle features or equipment. |
2. Perform pre operational checks. |
2.1. Perform pre start checks according to organisational policies and procedures , relevant legislation and manufacturer's specifications . 2.2. Check and adjust tyre pressure according to expected terrain and manufacturer's recommendations. 2.3. Make required adjustments to establish appropriate driving position. 2.4. Secure loads as required according to organisational policies and procedures relevant legislation. |
3. Operate vehicle. |
3.1. Select and engage gear and devices appropriate to the terrain and any identified hazards . 3.2. Maintain traction according to the features of the vehicle and requirements of the terrain. 3.3. Apply appropriate braking techniques to maintain traction according to the features of the vehicle and requirements of the terrain. 3.4. Inspect water crossings for depth, flow rate and solidity of base prior to making crossings. 3.5. Negotiate water crossings using appropriate speed, gear selection and device engagement while maintaining safety of vehicle, personnel and environment. |
4. Change wheels. |
4.1. Locate jack and position according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation. 4.2. Remove and replace wheel according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation 4.3. Report or repair flat tyre according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation |
5. Complete operations. |
5.1. Park and shut down vehicle according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation 5.2. Report faults and malfunctions according to organisational policies and procedures. 5.3. Clean and store vehicle and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 5.4. Complete and submit documentation according to organisational policies and procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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 |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure application of driving techniques to negotiate formed dirt roads and small inclines to 15 degrees on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
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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Features and characteristics may include: |
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Vehicle may include: |
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Pre -start checks may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Manufacturer's specifications may include: |
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Terrain may include: |
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Required adjustments may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Driving