TLIC3042 — Operate coach/bus

1 Operate coach/bus

• 1.1Job hazards are identified and required action is taken to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
• 1.2Coach/bus is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with manufacturer instructions
• 1.3Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance, and to minimise engine and transmission damage
• 1.4Engine operation is maintained within the manufacturer specified torque range and temperature by effectively using transmission
• 1.5Coach/bus braking system is managed and operated to ensure effective control of coach/bus under all conditions
• 1.6Road and traffic hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving techniques
• 1.7Coach/bus is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning in accordance with workplace procedures
• 1.8Coach/bus is parked, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
• 1.9Low risk driving behaviour is applied towards other road users in accordance with workplace procedures

2 Monitor and respond to traffic and road conditions

• 2.1Efficient route of travel is taken by monitoring and anticipating traffic flows and conditions, road standards and other factors likely to cause delays or route deviations
• 2.2Traffic and road conditions are constantly monitored and acted on to enable safe operation and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads and facilities

3 Monitor and maintain coach/bus performance

• 3.1Coach/bus performance is maintained through pre-operational inspections and checks of coach/bus and ancillary equipment
• 3.2Performance and efficiency of coach/bus operation is monitored during use
• 3.3Defective or irregular performance or malfunctions are repaired or reported to appropriate authority in accordance with workplace procedures
• 3.4Coach/bus records are maintained/updated and information is processed in accordance with workplace procedures
• 3.5Vehicle monitoring devices (such as tachographs) are operated in accordance with workplace procedures

4 Operate coach/bus safely

• 4.1Passenger positioning and dispersion is undertaken in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
• 4.2Coach/bus doors are operated safely for entry and exit from coach/bus in accordance with manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 4.3Visual checks are conducted on entry to, exit from bus stop and whilst driving in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.4Vehicle is positioned and moved conveniently and safely for passengers embarking and disembarking in accordance with regulatory and workplace procedures

5 Operate coach/bus associated equipment

• 5.1Coach/bus associated equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 5.2Faults with coach/bus associated equipment are reported according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 5.3Route destination is clearly displayed on vehicle in accordance with workplace procedures

6 Provide customer service to passengers on coach/bus

• 6.1Comfort and wellbeing of passengers are managed in accordance with workplace instructions
• 6.2Lost property is processed in accordance with workplace procedures
• 6.3Assistance is provided for identified customer-specific needs and/or luggage and ancillary equipment requirements in accordance with workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for TLIC3042 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for TLIC3042 needs to address all 64 unit components: 6 elements with 26 performance criteria, 19 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.

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