RIIVEH201E Operate a light vehicle

Release: 1

RIIVEH201E Operate a light vehicle

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version first released with RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Version 5.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a light vehicle in the resources and infrastructure industries.

It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this unit and can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Plan and prepare for light vehicle operations	1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to operate a light vehicle 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures 1.4 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for planned work activities 1.5 Plan vehicle operations with consideration to the work activity, route, passengers and equipment safety 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for emergency situations
2. Operate light vehicle	2.1 Carry out prestart, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures according to workplace procedures 2.2 Operate light vehicle according to manufacturer specifications 2.3 Complete light vehicle operations according to workplace procedures 2.4 Use vehicle lights and indicators in accordance with traffic regulations 2.5 Identify and respond to hazardous and/or emergency driving situations according to workplace procedures
3. Carry out operator maintenance	3.1 Conduct equipment inspections to identify faults according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 3.2 Conduct routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping activities according to workplace procedures 3.3 Carry out minor maintenance and repairs according to manufacturer specifications 3.4 Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks 3.5 Report defective or irregular performance to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures 3.6 Process vehicle written maintenance records according to workplace procedures

Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.

SKILL	DESCRIPTION
Reading	Identifies and interprets information from workplace procedures, documentation and regulations
Self-management	Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards during activities
Oral communication	Uses a range of communication techniques and systems to communicate with others

Unit Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to RIIVEH201D Operate light vehicle.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272