RIIVEH305F — Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle

1 Identify four-wheel drive specific terms, terminology and techniques

• 1.1Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
• 1.2Access, interpret and apply documentation required to operate and maintain a four wheel drive
• 1.3Identify the structural and handling differences between a conventional two wheel drive and a four-wheel drive vehicle
• 1.4Identify and demonstrate the purpose and use of front wheel hubs
• 1.5Identify factors affecting tyre size, fitment, rating, and pressure
• 1.6Identify recovery hooks and mounting features
• 1.7Identify hazards associated with incorrect use of vehicle features or equipment

2 Plan for minimal environmental impact

• 2.1Determine types of impact likely to occur during four-wheel driving activities
• 2.2Demonstrate compliance with land management principles and policies when planning exploration activities
• 2.3Comply with policies and management plans relevant to the work activity area
• 2.4Plan and conduct activities in a manner which minimises environmental impact
• 2.5Adopt and implement procedures to ensure minimisation of harm to the environment from four-wheel drive activities
• 2.6Demonstrate cooperation and consideration towards other land users

3 Perform pre-departure checks

• 3.1Perform routine pre-departure checks under the bonnet, under the body, on external and internal items and accessories according to manufacturer specifications
• 3.2Take action to correct any deficiency
• 3.3Determine food and water requirements for journey
• 3.4Select navigation equipment
• 3.5Interpret weather conditions, determine suitability for driving
• 3.6Apply safe vehicle loading practices according to workplace procedures
• 3.7Secure items of personal luggage
• 3.8Advise passengers of any special safety precautions to be taken when traversing rough terrain

4 Use four-wheel drive mode

• 4.1Operate four-wheel drive both on and off road, in accordance with road rules, principles of four-wheel driving and WHS regulations according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.2Apply smooth accelerator control strategies over a range of terrain types according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.3Demonstrate recommended braking techniques for hard top surfaces and off road conditions according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.4Identify situations where the engagement of four-wheel drive is required
• 4.5Engage four-wheel drive mode
• 4.6Survey track to identify hazards, asses risk and select the best route
• 4.7Select routes to minimise damage to the environment
• 4.8Use appropriate range, gear, speed, driving and braking technique, negotiate a range of terrain types whilst maintaining control of vehicle, being aware of contextual/environment issues
• 4.9Maintain appropriate hand positioning on steering wheel
• 4.10Check brakes and undercarriage after negotiating varying terrain
• 4.11Assess and perform repairs to damaged tracks according to workplace procedures

5 Coordinate and recover a vehicle

• 5.1Apply work procedures to ensure risk assessment, safe operating practices, and communication requirements are adhered to
• 5.2Identify equipment and methods to recover a stuck vehicle
• 5.3Identify risks associated with vehicle recovery and develop and implement strategies to minimise risks
• 5.4Identify correctly rated recovery equipment and attachment points according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.5Demonstrate procedures for preparing vehicles for recovery
• 5.6Identify techniques to minimise impact on the environment during vehicle recovery
• 5.7Coordinate safe recovery of a four-wheel drive vehicle using designated equipment and recovery method
• 5.8Perform post recovery checks and report any vehicle or environmental repairs needed
• 5.9Return recovery equipment to a reusable condition

6 Perform maintenance and minor repairs on four-wheel drive vehicles

• 6.1Select/access maintenance equipment, including spares and fluids, prior to departure, considering contextual issues of the trip
• 6.2Check vehicles prior to and regularly during trip, and perform routine maintenance/repair tasks according to workplace procedures
• 6.3Submit vehicle written performance reports according to workplace procedures
• 6.4Demonstrate safe use of a jack to change a wheel on a four-wheel drive vehicle according to manufacturer specifications

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