ELEMENT S 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 

Inspect bicycle for operational capability 

1.1

Work area is checked to ensure operational checks of bicycle may be conducted safely

1.2

Bicycle is checked prior to operation to ensure it is free from damage that may limit operational capability, in accordance with manufacturer safety checks, specifications and workplace procedures

1.3

Component operation is tested in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

1.4

Warning systems are checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Air pressure and lubrication are checked against specifications

1.6

Appropriate products are used to maintain specified levels as required

1.7

Faults are identified and assessments are made of their potential affect on the operation of the bicycle for the required work, and are reported to appropriate personnel for rectification

1.8

Personal protective equipment is identified, worn and adjusted to meet recommended Australian Standards, legislative, regulatory and policy requirements

2 

Ride bicycle 

2.1

Road area is checked for hazards prior to and during journey

2.2

Bicycle is steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations, manufacturer instructions and workplace policy

2.3

Gears are managed to ensure efficiency and performance, and to minimise gear damage and fatigue

2.4

Hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive riding

2.5

Bicycle is parked and secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures

2.6

Bicycle is securely loaded and manoeuvred in accordance with required precautions related to characteristics of the load and/or relevant government regulations pertaining to special loads

2.7

Required signs or indicators are fixed to the bicycle

3 

Monitor traffic and road conditions 

3.1

Most efficient route of travel is taken through monitoring and anticipating traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations

3.2

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

4 

Monitor and maintain bicycle performance 

4.1

Performance of bicycle operation is monitored during use

4.2

Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are reported to appropriate authority

4.3

Records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures

4.4

Clear reference in reports is made to items that may affect future efficient use and/or safety of equipment

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

• applying precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
• applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
• controlling all functions of the courier delivery bicycle
• completing relevant documentation
• monitoring bicycle and equipment performance and taking appropriate action as required
• reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information and signs
• reporting and/or rectifying identified problems that may arise, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

• bicycle handling procedures
• cycling hazards and related defensive riding techniques
• emergency procedures
• factors that may cause traffic delays and diversions, and related action that can be taken by a courier or delivery cyclist
• map reading and road navigation techniques
• pre-operational checks carried out on bicycle and related action
• procedures and policies identifying, accepting and carrying of dangerous/hazardous goods
• relevant state/territory road traffic authority road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements
• relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental procedures and regulations
• requirements of courier or delivery work systems/operations and relevant equipment
• workplace operational instructions.