Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and use appropriate range, gear and techniques to drive a four wheel drive vehicle through and over difficult terrain. This includes the performance of maintenance and minor repairs on four wheel drive vehicles.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those who drive 4WD vehicles in difficult terrain for work or recreational purposes.
It applies to those working autonomously as four wheel drive adventure guides or program managers and may include those working for private four wheel drive schools or clubs who are responsible for planning, organising and implementing four wheel drive programs in difficult terrain.
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
SISODRV302A Drive and recover a 4WD vehicle
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. Plan the four wheel driving activity. |
1.1. Determine contextual issues impacting on the activity according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.2. Access relevant sources to identify and interpret weather and environmental information . 1.3. Determine food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues. 1.4. Access required equipment and check serviceability according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. |
2. Drive a four wheel drive vehicle in difficult terrain. |
2.1. Perform routine pre -departure checks and take action to correct any deficiency. 2.2. Apply safe vehicle loading practices and secure personal items according to organisational policies and procedures 2.3. Engage front free wheel hubs where appropriate. 2.4. Survey track to identify hazards and risks, and select the best route to minimise damage to the environment. 2.5. Advise passengers of any special safety precautions to be taken when traversing difficult terrain . 2.6. Use appropriate range, gear, speed, driving and braking technique to negotiate a range of difficult terrain types while maintaining control of vehicle at all times. 2.7. Perform a safe stop and forward or reverse start on a steep incline where required. 2.8. Demonstrate appropriate use of handbrake. 2.9. Apply risk management procedures relating to blind corners and oncoming traffic according to organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Perform maintenance and minor repairs on four wheel drive vehicles. |
3.1. Access maintenance equipment and conduct routine maintenance and repair tasks . 3.2. Check, where necessary, brakes and undercarriage after negotiating difficult terrain. 3.3. Use a jack to support a four wheel drive vehicle on uneven ground, according to organisational policies and procedure and manufacturer's specifications. 3.4. Perform wheel removal and or replacement. 3.5. Complete vehicle performance reports and notify designated personnel. |
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 difficult terrain types that reflect local conditions and are of a sufficient duration 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, for example:
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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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Contextual issues may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Food and water requirements may include: |
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Principles of nutrition may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Routine pre -departure checks may include: |
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Difficult terrain may include: |
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Routine maintenance and repair tasks may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Driving