Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

TLIC3064A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate car carrier vehicle

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency TLIC3064A - Operate car carrier vehicle
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and transport a load while operating a car carrier vehicle.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Work must be carried out in compliance with the licence requirements and regulations of the relevant state or territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to heavy vehicles.Work is performed with limited or minimum supervision, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for a trip
  • Inventory of equipment is completed in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Driver’s clothing is selected in accordance with organisational and customer requirements
  • Vehicles assessed as unsuitable for the car carrier are excluded from loading in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Inspection documentation for vehicles to be loaded is completed in accordance with organisational and customer requirements
  • Delivery instructions, including oral instructions for pick-up points and destinations, are checked to ensure they are consistent with manifest and inconsistencies are remedied in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Suitable route is selected to ensure the most efficient, safe and secure route and in consideration of load
       
Element: Load the car carrier vehicle
  • Car carrier vehicle is loaded without damage to the vehicles in the correct order and in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Vehicles are loaded on to car carrier vehicle in line with regulatory requirements, and organisational safety and operating procedures; with adjustments made as required when loading commercial vehicles
  • Vehicles are parked in gear and with brakes applied
  • Load is secured with correct tie down methods for transporting vehicles in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Checks are made to ensure loaded car carrier complies with legal requirements for height, weight, width and axle loading
  • Ancillary equipment attached to car carrier is operated in accordance with operating instructions
       
Element: Transport load
  • Driving techniques used when operating car carrier minimise the risk of damage to the loaded vehicles and are in line with eco-driving considerations
  • Load is conveyed to meet customer requirements for delivery times while complying with traffic laws
  • Loaded vehicle car keys are secured in accordance with organisational requirements
       
Element: Unload the car carrier vehicle
  • Identity of persons taking delivery of vehicles is confirmed in accordance with delivery instructions
  • Vehicle unloading procedures are followed in line with organisational and customer requirements for safety and in a manner that minimises inconvenience to other road users
  • Unloaded vehicles are inspected and documentation of their condition is completed
  • Any differences between initial vehicle inspection are reported, in accordance with organisational and customer requirements
       


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 correct techniques and methods for loading and unloading a car carrier

identifying requirements for accepting the correct vehicle for cartage

applying eco-driving techniques when operating a car carrier vehicle

understanding relevant legislation and workplace procedures

understanding customer requirements when delivering cars

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 activities of the job function in the workplace

if in a simulated work environment, using industry-standard equipment

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

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Heavy vehicle handling procedures

Workplace driving and operational instructions

Engine power management and safe driving strategies

Efficient driving techniques and eco-driving considerations

Driving hazards and related defensive driving techniques

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

Loading and unloading techniques for car carrying

Factors involved in trip preparation

Workplace documentation

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others while operating a car carrier vehicle

Read and interpret procedures, information and signs relevant to operating car carrier vehicles

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation relating to operating car carrier vehicles

Work collaboratively with others when operating car carrier vehicles

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

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events when operating car carrier vehicles

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when operating car carrier vehicles

Monitor and anticipate traffic hazards and take appropriate action

Make accurate estimates in a range of situations

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 personal protective equipment (PPE) conforming to industry and OH&S standards

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

Service vehicle and its equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

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

RANGE STATEMENT

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

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 air brakes

using defensive driving techniques

managing engine performance

Pre-operational checks may include:

visual check of vehicle

checking and topping up fluid levels

checking:

tyre pressures

operation of vehicle lights and indicators

brakes

coupling equipment

Hazards may include:

working from heights

wet and iced roads

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

slow moving vehicles

Loading must ensure:

vehicles do not overhang more than 1.2 meters at the front or rear of vehicle

vehicles do not touch each other during transit

vehicles are loaded in reverse sequence of the planned unloading sequence

adjustments are made when loading commercial vehicles

Factors that can cause traffic delays and diversions may include:

traffic accidents

flooded sections of road

road damage

bridge or tunnel damage

road works

building construction

emergency situations, such as bushfires

livestock movement

holiday traffic

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

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 and records may include:

state and territory heavy vehicle driving licence or permit requirements

state and territory road rules

workplace driving instructions and procedures

vehicle manufacturer’s instructions, specifications and recommended driving procedures, including pre-operational checks of vehicle

emergency procedures

vehicle work diaries or record books, where required

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

relevant state and territory:

roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads

road rules

OH&S legislation

fatigue management regulations

environmental protection legislation

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Inventory of equipment is completed in accordance with organisational requirements 
Driver’s clothing is selected in accordance with organisational and customer requirements 
Vehicles assessed as unsuitable for the car carrier are excluded from loading in accordance with organisational requirements 
Inspection documentation for vehicles to be loaded is completed in accordance with organisational and customer requirements 
Delivery instructions, including oral instructions for pick-up points and destinations, are checked to ensure they are consistent with manifest and inconsistencies are remedied in accordance with organisational requirements 
Suitable route is selected to ensure the most efficient, safe and secure route and in consideration of load 
Car carrier vehicle is loaded without damage to the vehicles in the correct order and in accordance with organisational requirements 
Vehicles are loaded on to car carrier vehicle in line with regulatory requirements, and organisational safety and operating procedures; with adjustments made as required when loading commercial vehicles 
Vehicles are parked in gear and with brakes applied 
Load is secured with correct tie down methods for transporting vehicles in accordance with organisational requirements 
Checks are made to ensure loaded car carrier complies with legal requirements for height, weight, width and axle loading 
Ancillary equipment attached to car carrier is operated in accordance with operating instructions 
Driving techniques used when operating car carrier minimise the risk of damage to the loaded vehicles and are in line with eco-driving considerations 
Load is conveyed to meet customer requirements for delivery times while complying with traffic laws 
Loaded vehicle car keys are secured in accordance with organisational requirements 
Identity of persons taking delivery of vehicles is confirmed in accordance with delivery instructions 
Vehicle unloading procedures are followed in line with organisational and customer requirements for safety and in a manner that minimises inconvenience to other road users 
Unloaded vehicles are inspected and documentation of their condition is completed 
Any differences between initial vehicle inspection are reported, in accordance with organisational and customer requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

TLIC3064A - Operate car carrier vehicle
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Assessment Record Sheet

TLIC3064A - Operate car carrier vehicle

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