AHCMOM303 — Operate a telehandler

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What an assessment for AHCMOM303 must cover

55 assessable components: 4 elements (25 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 13 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare for telehandler operations

1.1Confirm activity to be undertaken
1.2Select telehandler appropriate for the activity
1.3Source and interpret relevant machinery operation and maintenance manuals and manufacturer instructions
1.4Identify hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to manage risks
1.5Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task
1.6Conduct telehandler routine pre-operational checks according to operation and maintenance manual
1.7Inspect for missing parts, damage, faults or malfunctions, and rectify, report and tag defects according to workplace procedures

2 Select, fit and use attachments

2.1Select telehandler attachment for the task
2.2Safely fit attachment according to operation and maintenance manual and local conditions for use
2.3Test attachment to ensure correct fitting and safe operation
2.4Use attachment according to design limits and workplace procedures

3 Operate and monitor telehandler

3.1Perform pre-start and start-up procedures according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
3.2Check telehandler controls, brakes, attachments and implements for manoeuvrability and serviceability, and ensure faults are rectified or reported according to workplace procedures
3.3Assess site and operating hazards and apply safe operating techniques
3.4Drive and operate telehandler, modifying operating techniques as required to meet changing work conditions
3.5Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3.6Maintain communications with other site personnel during telehandler operations using hand, audible or radio communication equipment according to workplace procedures
3.7Complete work within the operating capacity of the equipment, responding to alarms and indicators according to manufacturer specifications

4 Complete telehandler operations

4.1Remove, clean and store attachment according to operation and maintenance manual and workplace procedures
4.2Prepare telehandler for transport where required according to workplace procedures
4.3Park telehandler and conduct shutdown procedures according to workplace procedures
4.4Perform routine operational minor servicing and maintenance according to operation and maintenance manual
4.5Identify, record and report telehandler and attachment malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage according to workplace procedures
4.6Remove and store telehandler keys in secure location
4.7Maintain telehandler and equipment use records according to workplace procedures

Performance evidence

applied workplace health and safety requirements, including fitted and used personal protective equipment (PPE)
recognised and reported workplace health and safety hazards and risks associated with operating telehandlers and using attachments
implemented safe working practices to minimise risks when using telehandlers and fitting and using attachments
carried out telehandler pre-operational checks and maintenance, including tagging defects if required
selected and safely attached, removed, tested and operated attachments according to design limits, manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
carried out telehandler pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures
driven and operated a telehandler safely, including modifying operating technique to meet changing work conditions according to telehandler operation and maintenance manuals and manufacturer specifications
operated telehandler on an incline and off-road surface
maintained communications during telehandler operations using hand, audible or radio communication equipment
responded to telehandler alarms and indicators, and recorded and reported telehandler and attachment malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage
prepared telehandler for transportation
parked and secured telehandler in a suitable location after use
recorded telehandler and equipment use

Knowledge evidence

relevant codes of practice and legislation with regard to telehandler operation and state/territory licensing requirements
telehandler types, capacities, uses and specifications
telehandler operation and maintenance manuals with regard to telehandler operation, cleaning, operational minor servicing and maintenance
features, operational functions and procedures for safe fitting and use of attachments and implements
load limits and the principles of weight distribution with regard to load shifting and telehandler movement
distinguishing characteristics of individual telehandlers, including rated performance capacities
workplace requirements applicable to health and safety in the workplace for operating a telehandler, including appropriate use of PPE, and minimising hazards and risks
telehandler components, controls and features and operational functions
telehandler steering systems and features
effects of various surface and difficult terrain conditions on telehandler operation and use of attachments
duty of care to self, others and the environment
telehandler communications procedures using hand, audible and radio communication equipment
workplace recording and reporting procedures

Foundation skills

Reading: Identify and interpret textual information from a range of sources to identify relevant and key information about workplace activities and telehandler operations
Writing: Use clear language, accurate industry terminology and logical structure to prepare records
Oral communication: Use clear language to report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to telehandler and attachments
Numeracy: Calculate quantities of vehicle fluids, including fuel Identify correct tyre pressure Use equipment operating capacity schedule to confirm safe weight load limits

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What does an assessment tool for AHCMOM303 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCMOM303 needs to address all 55 unit components: 4 elements with 25 performance criteria, 13 performance evidence requirements, 13 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AHCMOM303?

Auditori pulls the current release of AHCMOM303 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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