TLIC3005 — Drive heavy combination vehicle

1 Drive heavy combination vehicle

• 1.1Heavy combination vehicle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations and manufacturer instructions
• 1.2Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance, and to minimise engine and gear damage
• 1.3Engine operation is maintained within the manufacturer specified torque range and temperature, through effective gear selection and smooth transition in gear changes
• 1.4Heavy combination vehicle braking system is managed and operated to ensure effective vehicle control under all conditions
• 1.5Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving
• 1.6Heavy combination vehicle is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning
• 1.7Heavy combination vehicle is parked, uncoupled, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures
• 1.8Over width and overweight permit applications are completed and submitted in accordance with relevant regulatory requirements, as required
• 1.9Appropriate signage and lights are checked for operational effectiveness and for conformity to prescribed traffic regulations
• 1.10Appropriate procedures are followed in a driving emergency

2 Monitor traffic and road conditions

• 2.1Most efficient route of travel is taken by monitoring and anticipating traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations
• 2.2Traffic and road conditions are constantly monitored and acted on to enable safe operation and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment loads and facilities

3 Monitor and maintain vehicle performance

• 3.1Vehicle performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and vehicle checks
• 3.2Prime mover and trailer are aligned and coupled in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
• 3.3Coupled vehicle is checked and tested to ensure it is correctly secured and to confirm it is fully operational
• 3.4Performance and efficiency of vehicle operation is monitored during use
• 3.5Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are reported to appropriate authority
• 3.6Vehicle records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for TLIC3005 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for TLIC3005 needs to address all 46 unit components: 3 elements with 18 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 19 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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