DEFVEH001 — Conduct recovery vehicle operations in a field environment

1 Prepare for recovery tasks

• 1.1Obtain and confirm orders and instructions
• 1.2Check and prepare recovery vehicle and equipment for deployment in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.3Confirm and organise resources required for operational tasks
• 1.4Brief recovery crew about task in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.5Report identified problems/shortfalls to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational procedures so corrective action can occur prior to deployment
• 1.6Apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions throughout the operation in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.7Identify, assess and implement environmentally sustainable work practices, as required

2 Deploy recovery equipment

• 2.1Deploy recovery vehicle to recovery site in accordance with organisational procedures
• 2.2Communicate effectively with relevant vehicle recovery activity stakeholders to ensure everyone is aware of recovery procedures

3 Recover disabled equipment

• 3.1Diagnose equipment casualty faults, where possible, to ensure efficient and cost effective recovery actions
• 3.2Assess recovery situation in accordance with organisational procedures to determine appropriate recovery method
• 3.3Assess safety risks associated with recovery task and implement control measures to ensure a safe working environment in accordance with organisational procedures
• 3.4Brief on-site personnel, allocate tasks and supervise personnel in accordance with organisational procedures
• 3.5Complete recovery tasks in accordance with organisational procedures
• 3.6Respond to minor unplanned situations in accordance with organisational procedures, in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
• 3.7Report major incidents outside scope of vehicle recovery team capability to appropriate personnel

4 Transport disabled equipment

• 4.1Secure disabled equipment to recovery vehicle in accordance with manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures
• 4.2Assess the stability and braking capability of recovery vehicle to ensure it is safe to transport disabled equipment
• 4.3Drive recovery vehicle to maintenance facility
• 4.4Manage unplanned incidents as they occur in accordance with organisational procedures

5 Finalise recovery tasks

• 5.1Hand over equipment casualty to owner or recover further, as required
• 5.2Complete documentation, including reports and returns, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 5.3Supervise and conduct maintenance in accordance with organisational procedures
• 5.4Report faulty equipment and take corrective actions, as required
• 5.5Debrief recovery crew as required, in accordance with organisational procedures

What does an assessment tool for DEFVEH001 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFVEH001 needs to address all 61 unit components: 5 elements with 25 performance criteria, 17 performance evidence requirements, 19 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for DEFVEH001?

Auditori pulls the current release of DEFVEH001 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for DEFVEH001 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing DEFVEH001 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of DEFVEH001, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.