Assessor Resource

TLIC2009A
Drive taxicab

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Driving must be carried out in compliance with the licence requirements and regulations of the relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to a commercial taxicab.

Driving is performed with limited or minimum supervision, 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 the safety and operation of a taxicab across a variety of driving contexts.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a taxicab safely including systematic and efficient control of all taxi functions, monitoring of traffic and road conditions, management of taxi condition, and performance and effective management of hazardous situations. Assessment of this unit may be undertaken within a taxi driver licensing examination conducted by, or under the authority of, the relevant state/territory authority. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

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Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements of the relevant state/territory road traffic/taxicab control authority

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Taxicab controls, instruments and indicators and their use

Taxicab handling procedures

Workplace driving and operational instructions

Procedures to be followed in the event of a driving emergency

Engine power management and safe driving strategies

Efficient driving techniques

Pre-operational checks carried out on vehicle and related action

Differences between transmission types

Map reading and road navigation techniques

Factors which may cause traffic delays and diversions and related action that can e taken by a driver

Driving hazards and related defensive driving techniques

Taxicab security procedures and precautions

Principles of stress management when driving a vehicle

Causes and effects of fatigue on drivers

Factors which increase fatigue-related accidents

Fatigue management strategies including on-road techniques

Lifestyles which promote the effective long-term management of fatigue

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when driving a taxicab

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the driving of a taxicab

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the driving of a taxicab

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when driving a taxicab

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or address any identified problems, security incidents, faults or malfunctions that may arise when driving a taxicab in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events or security incidents when driving a taxicab

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the driving of a taxicab

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Monitor performance of taxicab and its equipment and take appropriate action where required

Check and replenish fluids and carry out lubrication processes in the course of work activities

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Type of vehicle includes:

all taxicabs relevant to specific licence classifications

Driving may be carried out in typical road transport situations, including:

operations conducted at day or night

typical weather conditions

on the open road

on a private road

while at a depot or base

while at a customer's workplace or work site

Vehicle handling procedures may include:

starting a vehicle

steering and manoeuvring a vehicle

accelerating and braking

positioning and stopping a vehicle

reversing a vehicle

operating vehicle controls, instruments and indicators

using defensive driving techniques

managing engine performance

Pre-operational checks may include:

visual check of vehicle

checking and topping up of fluid levels

checks of tyre pressures

checks of operation of vehicle lights and indicators

checks of brakes

Minor routine repairs may include:

replacement of blown globes in vehicle lights

replacement of broken fan belt

replacement of blown fuse

replacement of door mirrors

repairs to rear tail-light lens

changing of tyres

repair of tyre punctures

replacement of broken coolant hose

Driving hazards may include (examples only):

wet and iced roads

oil on road

animals and objects on road

fire in vehicle

leaking fuel

faulty brakes

parked vehicles on the road

faulty steering mechanism on vehicle

pedestrians crossing the road

flooded sections of road

windy sections of road

foggy conditions

Factors that can cause traffic delays and diversions may include (examples only):

traffic accidents

flooded sections of road

road damage

bridge/tunnel damage

road works

building construction

emergency situations such as bushfires, building fires, etc.

road closures for special events such as marches, parades, etc.

holiday traffic

road closures for utility works such as electricity, water, sewerage, telecommunications, gas, etc.

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Documentation/records may include:

state/territory taxicab driving licence/regulatory requirements

state/territory road rules

workplace driving instructions and procedures

vehicle manufacturers instructions, specifications and recommended driving procedures including preoperational checks of vehicle

emergency procedures

vehicle log book or record book (where required)

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence requirements pertaining to taxicabs

relevant state/territory road rules

relevant state/territory taxicab control regulations and requirements

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
The taxi is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with traffic regulations and manufacturers instructions 
Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance and to minimise engine and transmission damage 
Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving 
The taxi is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning 
The taxi is parked, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturers specifications, traffic regulations and workplace procedures 
Taximeter is used in accordance with government regulations and workplace policy 
Appropriate procedures are followed in the event of a driving emergency 
The most efficient route of travel is taken through monitoring and anticipation of traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations 
Traffic and road conditions are constantly monitored and acted upon to enable safe operation and ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads and facilities 
Taxi performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and checks of the vehicle 
Taxi is maintained in accordance with state/territory licensing regulations and workplace standards 
Performance and efficiency of taxi operation is monitored during use 
Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are repaired or reported to the appropriate authority in accordance with workplace procedures 
Vehicle records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

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