Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit has been developed for the Outdoor Recreation Industry Training Package.This unit covers the use of a variety of recovery equipment and advanced skill to recover four wheel drive vehicles in difficult terrain conditions.
Application of the Unit
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements and Performance Criteria |
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Performance Criteria |
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Operate in a safe manner |
1.1 |
Apply safe working practices at all times |
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1.2 |
Use rated recovery equipment |
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1.3 |
Define danger zones after consideration of operating variables |
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2 |
Operate in an environmentally-friendly manner |
2.1 |
Determine potential environmental impact of recovery |
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2.2 |
Considering operating variables , apply strategies to reduce environmental impact during recovery |
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2.3 |
Repair environmental damage, where possible |
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3 |
Use a snatch strap to recover a four wheel drive vehicle up a steep incline |
3.1 |
Survey site to identify hazards, assess risk and select suitable strategy |
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3.2 |
Prepare vehicle for recovery, after identification of recovery hooks |
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3.3 |
Confirm the compliance of equipment with ratings, where practicable |
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3.4 |
Demonstrate safe recovery of a vehicle up a steep incline using a single snatch strap |
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3.5 |
Complete post-recovery vehicle and equipment checks |
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4 |
Use vehicle recovery equipment |
4.1 |
Identify hazards associated with the use of recovery equipment, accurately |
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4.2 |
Apply risk management strategies to minimise risk associated with the use of recovery equipment |
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4.3 |
Demonstrate appropriate use of tree trunk protectors in a recovery situation |
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4.4 |
Use advanced techniques to safely recover four wheel drive vehicles using recovery equipment |
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5 |
Use a winch to recover a four wheel drive vehicle |
5.1 |
Identify accurately hazards associated with the use of a winch |
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5.2 |
Apply risk management strategies to minimise risk associated with the use of a winch |
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5.3 |
Prepare vehicles for a winch recovery after identification of recovery hooks and confirmation of compliance of equipment with ratings, where practicable |
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5.4 |
Establish safe ground anchor points in different terrain conditions |
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5.5 |
Demonstrate appropriate use of a snatch block to give a 2:1 advantage |
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5.6 |
Check winch to ensure safe operation and adequate maintenance |
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5.7 |
Coordinate the safe recovery of a vehicle using a winch |
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6 |
Demonstrate the safe use of jacks |
6.1 |
Demonstrate safe positioning of jacks |
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6.2 |
Demonstrate safe operating procedures when using a jack to lift a vehicle |
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6.3 |
Demonstrate safe operating procedures when using a jack to prepare a vehicle for recovery |
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7 |
Maintain vehicle recovery equipment |
7.1 |
Apply correctly maintenance procedures for recovery equipment |
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7.2 |
Document equipment maintenance in accordance with enterprise procedures |
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Required Skills and Knowledge
Not applicable.
Evidence Guide
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The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements |
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Critical aspects of evidence to be considered |
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of advanced vehicle recovery techniques applicable in the work environment Assessment of performance should be over a minimum of two (2) different occasions, (for example over consecutive days), covering the prescribed number of categories from the Range Statements that are applicable in the learners environment In particular, assessment must confirm the ability to use different vehicle jacks in different terrains and environmental conditions use a winch and a snatch block (2:1) in difficult terrain utilising ground anchor points for both hard ground and soft sand use other types of recovery equipment (cables, tow rope, tree protectors, shackles, chains, snatch straps) in a safe and efficient manne |
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Interdependent assessment of units |
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s) SRODRV001B Drive and recover a 4WD vehicle This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s) Nil For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s) SRODRV002B Drive a 4WD vehicle in difficult terrain using advanced technique |
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Required knowledge and skills |
Required knowledge Techniques to use jacks and recovery equipment (steel cables, tow ropes, chains, shackles) Factors affecting choice of recovery equipment and mode of recovery Issues to consider when defining danger zones Effect of suction on cable/winch capacity Hazards and safety issues associated with the use of jacks and recovery equipment (steel cables, tow ropes, chains, shackles, winches) Advantages/disadvantages of snatch block use in a winch recovery Maintenance procedures Required skills Use of jacks and recovery equipment (steel cables, tow ropes, chains, shackles) |
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Resource implications |
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to a four wheel drive vehicle with low range a suitable outdoor environment with difficult terrain where four wheel drive skills may be demonstrated maintenance/repair resources vehicle recovery equipment such as jacks, recovery straps, winch, tow ropes, chains and tree protectors food and water resources map(s) and compass Human resources - assessment of this unit of competency will require human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines. That is, assessors (or persons within the assessment team) must be competent in this unit be competent, as a minimum, in the units SRXFAD001A, SRXRIK001A and SRXEMR001A to ensure adequate risk management during the assessment be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area have attained the mandatory competency requirements for assessors under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as specified in Standard 7.3 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations |
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Consistency in performance |
Due to issues such as the variation in terrain and possible recovery scenarios, this unit must be assessed over a minimum of two (2) different occasions, (for example over consecutive days), in order to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable |
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Context for assessment |
This unit must be assessed on the job through practical demonstration or through simulation with a four wheel drive vehicle in environments where four wheel drive skills may be demonstrated Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on required knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons |
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KEY COMPETENCIES |
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Collect, Analyse&Organise Information |
Communicate Ideas&Information |
Plan&Organise Activities |
Work with Others&in Teams |
Use Mathematical Ideas&Techniques |
Solve Problems |
Use Technology |
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3 |
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These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices. The three levels of performance (1, 2 and 3) denote the level of competency required to perform the task: Use routine approaches Select from routine approaches Establish new approaches Collecting , analysing and organising information - Collecting information on stranded vehicle to appraise situation and decide on appropriate method of recovery Communicating ideas and information - Briefing others on method of recovery Planning and organising activities - Planning the resources and systems required to perform the recovery Working with teams and others - Working in a group situation to attend to recovery Using mathematical ideas and techniques - Calculating effective angles for extraction Solving problems - Dealing with a stranded vehicle Using technology - Using an air jack Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies. |
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Range Statement
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Range Statements The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency |
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RANGE STATEMENT |
CATEGORIES |
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Different terrain conditions |
[all categories experienced in geographical location] hard ground soft sand mud snow |
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Equipment |
[all categories] steel cables tow rope chains tree trunk protectors winch jacks |
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Jacks |
[two categories] Bottle jack Hi-lift jack Bull bags |
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Maintenance |
[all categories] cleaning cable rolling greasing/oiling |
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Operating variables |
[all categories] type of recovery equipment used, eg, possibility of cable or rope failure direction of recovery suitable protection potential for vehicle roll or fall effect of suction on cable/winch capacity |
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Recovery equipment |
[all categories] steel cables tow ropes chains shackles tree trunk protectors winch dynamic elastic, eg, snatch straps |
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Risk management strategies |
[all categories] define danger zone safe use of equipment use of rated equipment where practicable safe operating procedures |
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Safe operating procedures when using a jack |
[all categories] regard for personal safety regard for vehicle stability awareness of soft footing |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
