FWPCOT3329 — Perform complex four wheel drive operations

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87 assessable components: 5 elements (26 performance criteria), 18 performance evidence and 39 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare for complex four wheel drive operations

1.1Identify and assess types of trip and terrain being accessed for safe operating conditions
1.2Check vehicle for suitability for the task
1.3Identify and check operation of suitable communication equipment and protocols in the event of misadventure
1.4Identify, fit and use suitable personal protective equipment
1.5Secure loads according to safety, environmental and regulatory requirements
1.6Ensure emergency rations food/water and clothing are carried

2 Operate vehicle in steep terrain

2.1Assess the steep terrain and determine what may cause loss of traction
2.2Perform steep ascent and descent using appropriate driving methods
2.3Perform forward and reverse stop start recovery on an incline according to the type of transmission
2.4Set vehicle controls according to manufacturer specifications

3 Operate vehicle over difficult terrain

3.1Assess difficult terrain
3.2Select appropriate wheel placement
3.3Negotiate difficult terrain using vehicle’s traction aids
3.4Identify impact that wet weather or wet tracks will have on driving style
3.5Set vehicle controls according to manufacturer specifications
3.6Check vehicle for damage after driving

4 Operate vehicle through water crossing

4.1Assess the water crossing
4.2Identify wading depth of vehicle according to manufacturer specifications
4.3Identify vulnerable mechanical aspects of the vehicle and prepare the vehicle for water crossing
4.4Select appropriate range and gear and other traction aids for the water crossing
4.5Perform water crossing by maintaining steady constant speed
4.6Drain water from vehicle back into water crossing
4.7Dry brakes after water crossing

5 Perform post-trip tasks

5.1Notify relevant personnel of trip completion
5.2Complete post-trip inspection of vehicle
5.3Record and report any repairs or replacement or damaged items to relevant personnel

Performance evidence

assessed three separate ascents and three separate descents greater than 15 degrees for the safest route and the most appropriate wheel placement
driven three separate ascents and three separate descents greater than 15 degrees, having selected appropriate range and gearing and using the most appropriate wheel placement
used traction aids and/or brakes when driving ascents and descents greater than 15 degrees on one occasion
performed a forward and a reverse stop start recovery on an incline according to the type of transmission on two occasions
demonstrated the setting of vehicle controls for operation in complex terrain on one occasion. This must include:
the use of free wheel hubs, if fitted
selection of low range in either manual or automatic vehicles
use of differential locks, if fitted
activation of traction control or terrain selection mode, if fitted and where effective
driven vehicle in difficult terrain and operated vehicle controls and technology to avoid traction loss in three of the following conditions:
mud
rocky
sand
side slopes
rutted
completed two water crossing of at least axle depth
recorded and reported repairs or replacement or damaged items on two occasions
fitted and used personal protective equipment (PPE)

Knowledge evidence

four wheel drive systems:
differences between four wheel drive, two wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles
types and operating principles of different four wheel drive systems
planning trips
sources of information for weather forecasts and road/track conditions:
water and food requirements for trip
emergency communication methods
first aid and first aid kit
procedures for:
pre-departure vehicles check
track assessment
wheel placement over rutted, broken ground
using traction aids
driving ascents and descents greater than15 degrees
performing a safe stop and start forward down a slope (greater than 15 degrees) and in reverse down a slope in manual or automatic vehicle
performing a water crossing of at least axle depth
driving in loose ground such as mud and sand
vehicle shutdown
vehicle selection for complex four wheel drive activity:
high and low range or similar capability
requirement for wading depth according to manufacturer specifications
types, purpose and use of traction aids
types and uses of tyres for complex four wheel drive activity
impact of tyre pressure on traction
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) or Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
impact of loading and accessories on GVM or GVW
type and use of personal protective equipment required for complex four wheel drive activity
type of emergency equipment used in complex four wheel drive activity
type and use of communications equipment used in remote locations
purpose and procedures for securing loads
types of road surfaces and impact on traction when ascending or descending steep slopes
impact of wet weather on track conditions
environmental impact of four wheel drive use on wet unsealed roads
techniques for four wheel driving in difficult terrain
reasons and procedure for post-trip vehicle inspection
water crossings:
assessment of water crossings, including water base, water depth, flow rate and debris
vulnerable aspects of vehicle when completing water crossings
environmental impact of water crossings

Foundation skills

Reading: Interpret basic factual information on road signs and in manufacturer manual
Writing: Complete workplace forms using required format, industry terminology and structure
Oral communication: Use effective verbal communication techniques and questioning to convey information to passengers
Numeracy: Estimate distances, travelling times, fuel volume and consumption and speeds

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