Assessment Requirements for AHCMOM209 Conduct dozer operations

Release: 2

Assessment Requirements for AHCMOM209 Conduct dozer operations

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 2	This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 3.0.
Release 1	This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 1.0.

Performance Evidence

An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit. There must be evidence that the individual has prepared for, carried out and shut down dozer operations at least once and has demonstrated the following:

identified hazards and implemented safe operating procedures for dozer operations

carried out dozer pre-operational checks for safe dozer operation

driven and operated a dozer safely including modifying operating technique to meet changing work conditions

carried out dozer shut down procedures including securing and storage of dozer

minimised environmental impacts associated with dozer operation

followed workplace health and safety procedures while undertaking pre-operational checks, operational and shut down procedures for the dozer

followed industry and workplace biosecurity procedures

completed required documentation for loader use.

Knowledge Evidence

An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:

hazards and risks associated with dozer operations

dozer and site safety requirements

dozer components, controls, features, technical capabilities and limitations

dozer operation and maintenance manual

duty of care to self, others and the environment

relevant legislation with regard to dozer operation and licensing requirements

environmental impacts relevant to the operation of dozers

workplace procedures applicable to health and safety in the workplace requirements to operate dozer safely

industry and workplace biosecurity procedures.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment of skills must take place under the following conditions:

physical conditions:

a workplace setting or an environment that accurately represents workplace conditions

individual must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs

individual must not be taking any medication (prescribed or otherwise) that may impair judgement

individual must not be in a fatigued state when operating the machinery

resources, equipment and materials:

dozers

safety equipment and personal protective equipment applicable to the task being undertaken

specifications:

dozer operation and maintenance manuals

industry and workplace biosecurity procedures applicable to dozer operation

legislation relevant to dozer operation and licensing requirements

timeframes:

according to the job requirements.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides are available at VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72