REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills required at the completion of this unit

Required knowledge

Relevant road rules regulations permit and licence requirements of the relevant state and territory roads and traffic authority

Relevant OHampS and environmental procedures and regulations relating to LP gas tanker operations

Relevant dangerous goods information pertaining to the operation of an LP gas tanker

Procedures to be followed in the event of a driving emergency and in response to an emergency using a company transport emergency response plan TERP

Workplace driving and operational instructions

Efficient driving techniques and ecodriving considerations

Safe delivery of LP gas to a customer site

Factors that may cause traffic delays and diversions and related action that can be taken

Techniques and procedures for loading and unloading an LP gas tanker safely

Factors involved in trip preparation

Workplace documentation

Required skills

Communicate effectively with others operating an LP gas tanker

Read and interpret instructions procedures information and signs relevant to operating an LP gas tanker

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation relating to operating an LP gas tanker

Work collaboratively with others when operating an LP gas tanker

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace and customer sites including modes of behaviour and interaction with others

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events when operating an LP gas tanker

Apply precautions and required action to minimise control or eliminate hazards that may exist when operating an LP gas tanker

Monitor and anticipate traffic hazards and take appropriate action

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

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

Select and use required PPE conforming to industry and OHampS standards

Monitor performance of vehicle its trailers and its equipment and take appropriate action where required

Service tanker ancillary equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

Identify volume of goods

Make accurate estimates in a range of situations

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 techniques for loading and unloading an LP gas tanker

applying correct placarding for the product being loaded

identifying the required PPE for the product being transported

identifying ecodriving techniques when operating an LP gas tanker

understanding relevant legislation and workplace procedures for transporting LP gas

understanding customer requirements when delivering LP gas to a customers site

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Access is required to

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria

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

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur

in three different aspects of the job function in the workplace or as it would apply in the workplace

A simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency

Properties and hazards of LP gas include:

Equipment fitted to an LP gas tanker includes:

LP gas tanker vehicle includes:

Loading and unloading site may include:

Personal safety measures include:

Product transfer equipment includes:

Eco driving includes:

Factors that can cause traffic delays and diversions may include:

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

Documentation and records may include:

Applicable procedures and codes may include: