Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Work requirements and details may include:
articulated vehicle identification/allocation
nature and scope of work
route
working conditions
achievement targets
site lighting arrangements
equipment defects
hazards and potential hazards
coordination requirements/issues
shift briefings
handover details
work orders
Safety information and procedures may include:
use of seat belts
security of door
conditions of brakes and braking system (air pressure)
load characteristics
vehicle speed
fluid levels
safety requirements, including:
use of authorised cargo restraining equipment
observing authorised parking areas
correct distances between vehicles
observing site traffic rules
passenger safety and control
load security and safety
transport rules
operations, signals, procedures
Pre-start procedures may include:
fluid levels, including fuel, engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, clutch / transmission fluid and windscreen, washer fluid
windows and mirrors for clear visibility
tyres and wheels (air pressure, tyre damage, illegal tread depth and condition, abnormal wear pattern and tyre compatibility)
fan belts
seat belts
door hatches and latches
battery and connections
visible and current registration and licences
spare wheel
wheel nuts
rear guards
warning horn
Start-up procedures may include:
articulates (head heavy mediums, clearances, indicators, hazards, reversing
brakes
heating and ventilation
instruments and gauges
windscreen washers and wipers
Manufacturer's specifications may include:
engine crank/start
idling
engine rpm
operating temperatures
torque range
Engine power may include:
selecting gear ratio to achieve smooth take-off
changing gears to maintain specified torque range at all speeds
utilising engine retarder
Trailer coupling, uncoupling procedures may include:
selection of an appropriately firm and level parking area
applying parking brakes
ensuring turn-table jaw release is locked/unlocked
turn-table lock and trailer wheel chocks
compatibility of turn-table and trailer ring pin
alignment of prime-mover, turn-table and trailer skid-pad
connecting brake service, emergency lines, auxiliary air and electrical lines
inspecting and testing air brakes, trailer brakes, lock status of turn-table jaw release
securing and testing trailer landing legs
Records may include:
log-on/off
activity recording
trip records
refuelling information

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions to drive a heavy combination vehicle
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient driving of a heavy combination vehicle
working with others to undertake and drive a heavy combination vehicle that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent, timely driving of a heavy combination vehicle that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and drive heavy combination vehicles
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.