Elements and Performance Criteria
- Drive a light rigid vehicle
- Light rigid vehicle is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped according to traffic regulations, manufacturer instructions and relevant vehicle handling procedures
- Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance, and to minimise engine and transmission damage
- Braking system of light rigid vehicle is managed and operated efficiently to ensure effective control of vehicle under all conditions
- Driving hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving
- Light rigid vehicle is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning
- Light rigid vehicle is parked, shutdown and safely secured according to traffic regulations
- Load is safely and effectively restrained
- Monitor traffic and road conditions
- Traffic and road conditions are constantly monitored and acted upon to enable safe operation and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads and facilities
- Interaction with other road users is conducted courteously according to road rules to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow
- Monitor and maintain vehicle performance