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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for tracked dozer operations
   • Access, interpret and apply tracked dozer operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Obtain, read, interpret clarify and confirm work plan
   • Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
   • Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated job
   • Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate the tracked dozer
   • Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up, shutdown, and secure equipment procedures
   • Determine equipment capacity and operate equipment within capacity
   • Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
   • Drive dozer, select and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions
   • Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms, and ensure efficiency of operation
   • Connect and tow/push equipment and plant within the equipment and connection capacity
   • Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3. Carry out operator maintenance
   • Prepare machine for maintenance
   • Conduct inspection and fault finding
   • Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
   • Return machine to service
   • Process written maintenance records
4. Conduct housekeeping activities
   • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
   • Process records

Performance Evidence

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of tracked dozer operations including:

conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations

carrying out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures

driving and operating the equipment to site conditions

applying safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues

applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques

carrying out towing and pushing of equipment and plant

selecting and using the required tools and equipment

working safely around other machines, infrastructure and personnel

works effectively with others to undertake and complete tracked dozer operations that meet all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

demonstrates completion of conducting tracked dozer operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

manoeuvring dozer

using blade

using ripper

towing and pushing

building and maintaining stockpiles

carrying and placing materials

working safely around:

high bench walls

other machines and personnel

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting tracked dozer operations:

isolation procedures

equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

interpretation of plans, reports, maps, specifications

geological and technical data (basic)

signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed

dozer operational procedures and techniques (including towing and pushing)

operational maintenance and basic diagnostics

housekeeping activities

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