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Licence to drive a multi-combination vehicle

Licence to drive a multi-combination vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
TLILIC3018
State Code
AWL61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
17/05/2017
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to obtain a licence to drive a multi-combination vehicle. It includes systematically and efficiently controlling all vehicle functions, monitoring traffic and road conditions, managing vehicle condition and performance, coupling and uncoupling dollies, and effectively managing hazardous situations. Types of multi-combination vehicles include:a heavy combination B-double rated vehicle at least 22 metres in length with more than one trailer, which has all pertinent documentation permits etc. or a three axle prime mover with an A and B trailer each with bogie axles.Assessment of this unit will be undertaken within a licensing examination conducted by, or under the authority of, the relevant state/territory driver licensing authority.This unit applies to driving that is carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory driver licensing authority licence requirements and regulations for multi-combination vehicles.Driving is performed with limited or minimum supervision, and with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.Driving involves the application of routine vehicle driving principles and procedures to maintain safety and to operate a multi-combination vehicle across a variety of driving contexts.The primary legislative requirements applicable to this unit of competency are state/territory legislation in relation to road use and driver licensing.This unit addresses the knowledge and skills necessary for the granting of a Multi-Combination Driver Licence.Being awarded this unit of competency is a necessary requirement to obtain a Multi-Combination Driver Licence but is only one of several criteria. Prospective licence applicants should check with the state/territory driver licensing authority for other criteria (such as licence tenure and medical fitness) to confirm other eligibility requirements before undertaking training and/or assessment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Drive a multi-combination vehicle
  • 1.1 Multi-combination vehicle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations, manufacturer instructions and relevant vehicle handling procedures
  • 1.2 Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance, and to minimise engine and transmission damage
  • 1.3 Braking system of multi-combination vehicle is managed and operated efficiently to ensure effective control of vehicle under all conditions
  • 1.4 Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving
  • 1.5 Multi-combination vehicle is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning
  • 1.6 Multi-combination vehicle is parked, shutdown, uncoupled and safely secured according to traffic regulations
  • 1.7 Load is safely and effectively restrained
2 Monitor traffic and road conditions
  • 2.1 Traffic 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
  • 2.2 Interaction with other road users is conducted courteously in accordance with road rules to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow
3 Monitor and maintain vehicle performance
  • 3.1 Vehicle performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and vehicle checks
  • 3.2 Appropriate signage, lights and equipment are checked for operational effectiveness and for conformity to prescribed traffic regulations
  • 3.3 Prime mover, dollies and trailer are correctly aligned and coupled in proper sequence
  • 3.4 Coupled vehicle is checked and tested to ensure it is correctly secured and to confirm it is fully operational
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State Code National Code Title Type
WG240 TLILIC3018B Licence to drive a multi combination vehicle Unit of competency
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