Prepare and operate a powered vehicle
Overview
This standard covers the preparation and operation of a powered vehicle such as an ATV, four-wheel drive, quad bike, sit-astride, mule, skid-steer and bob-cat. The standard does not cover the use of tractors. The standard covers the use of powered vehicles in a variety of weather conditions, ground conditions and terrain. These conditions will have an impact on the handling and use of the vehicle. When working with machinery or equipment you should be trained and hold current certification where required. When using a powered vehicle on the public highway you must hold the relevant licences for both yourself and the vehicle. When carrying out your work you must consider the impact it will have on the environment. This standard is suitable for anyone who operates a powered vehicle on or off the public highway.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
- assess the risks associated with the required activity
- wear suitable clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- prepare the required powered vehicle by carrying out pre-start
checks and adjustments, in accordance with relevant legislation,
instructions and specifications
- confirm that the powered vehicle is safe and ready for use
- mount and dismount the powered vehicle safely
- check and adjust the operator environment to meet your
personal requirements
- check the immediate area for hazards and obstacles before
moving off, and at all times during the operation of the powered
vehicle
- use the correct warning signals at all times
- operate and manoeuvre the powered vehicle safely in
accordance with the type of vehicle and operation being carried
out
- modify the operating techniques to take account of changes in
weather, ground conditions and types of terrain
- use efficiency factors to maintain an efficient performance by the
powered vehicle through the appropriate handling and use of the
vehicle
- stop and isolate the powered vehicle on completion of the
activity
- leave the powered vehicle secure after use and in the correct
condition for future use
- maintain communication with colleagues and others involved in,
or affected by, your work
- follow industry and business guidance to minimise environmental
damage
- carry out your work in accordance with relevant environmental
and health and safety legislation, risk assessment requirements,
codes of practice and business policies
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
- how to identify hazards and assess risks
- the type of clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE)
suitable for the activity
- the current legislation in relation to the preparation and operation
of powered vehicles
- the different types of powered vehicles that are used for different
activities
- which powered vehicles are suitable to carry passengers
- the different types of accessories available for powered vehicles
and how they are secured to the vehicle
- how to select the correct powered vehicle for the required activity
and how to carry out pre-start checks and adjustments
- how to mount and dismount the powered vehicle safely
- how to start and stop the powered vehicle safely
- the types of safety equipment that should be available
- the function of all controls and instruments on the powered vehicl
e you are using
- the correct use of warning signals and indicators
- the ways in which the powered vehicle should be operated and
manoeuvred, and how different weather, ground conditions and
types of terrain will affect the performance
- the capabilities and limitations of the powered vehicle and its
operator, and the factors that may affect safety and efficiency
- the types of hazards and obstacles that may be encountered
when operating a powered vehicle and how these should be
dealt with
- the sort of problems that may occur with the powered vehicle,
how to recognise them and the action to take
- the importance of carrying out routine checks and maintenance to
confirm that the powered vehicle remains safe and in good
working order
- the reasons why the powered vehicle should be left in the correct
condition for future use
- why it is important to maintain the safety and security of the
powered vehicle at all times
- the importance of maintaining communication with those involved
in, or affected by, your work and how this should be done
- the potential impact that your activities could have on the
environment and ways in which this can be minimised
- your responsibilities under relevant environmental and health and
safety legislation, codes of practice and business policies
Scope/range
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Skills
Glossary
Efficiency factors:
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gears
hydraulics
tyre pressure
track condition
brakes
clutches
Ground conditions:
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wet
dry
frost
ice
mud
loose ground
Instructions and specifications:
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drawings/plans
schedules
method statements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
manufacturer's guidelines
customer requirements
verbal instructions
Operator environment:
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seat
steering wheel
mirrors
seat belt
Powered vehicles include:
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ATVs
four-wheel drives
quad bikes
sit-astrides
mules
Links To Other NOS
• skid-steers
• bob-cats
Terrain:
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hard surfaces
soft surfaces
uneven surfaces
slopes
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