This standard comprises the following elements
1.Identify vehicle instruments and controls
2.Complete vehicle and safety checks
3.Complete vehicle and load documentation
This activity is likely to be undertaken by someone whose work role involves Weapons, Ordnance, Munitions or Explosives work activities. This includes people working as transport operators.
1 Identify vehicle instruments and controls
P1 work safely at all times, complying with health and safety, environmental and other relevant regulations, legislation and guidelines
P2 identify the location of instruments and controls
P3 confirm the functions of instrumentation and controls
P4 obtain information on unfamiliar instrumentation and controls
2 Complete vehicle and safety checks
P5 work safely at all times, complying with health and safety, environmental and other relevant regulations, legislation and guidelines
P6 ensure that all instruments, controls and vehicle systems are functioning correctly
P7 adjust mirrors, seat, and steering wheel for optimum control and observation
P8 verify the vehicle and load height and weight
P9 identify any new or previously reported problems with the vehicle
1 Identify vehicle instruments and controls
K1 the health, safety and environmental and other statutory legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures governing explosives and their implications for your area of work
K2 the relevance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
K3 the actions to be taken in response to an unplanned event
K4 the typical instrumentation and controls found on different vehicles
K5 where to find information on the operation of instrumentation and controls
2 Complete vehicle and safety checks
K6 the health, safety and environmental and other statutory legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures governing explosives and their implications for your area of work
K7 the relevance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
K8 the actions to be taken in response to an unplanned event
K9 how to check instruments, controls, and vehicle systems
K10 how to obtain information on previously-reported problems
K11 the risks associated with ‘blind spots’ inside or outside the vehicle
K12 how to recognise the indications of any problems
K13 the procedures for reporting defects
1. Instruments: gauges; warning lights; displays; audible alerts
2. Controls: accelerator; clutch; footbrake; handbrake; steering wheel; gears;
indicators; lights; windscreen wipers; demisters; heating and ventilation
3. Legal, safety, and operating requirements: highway codes; transport
regulations; load restrictions; alcohol limits and drug restrictions; drivers’ hours
4: Routine checks: tyres; fluid levels (fuel, oil, coolant, brake, hydraulic,
washer); seat belts; mirrors; windscreen and glass; wipers and washers;
lights; reflectors; indicators; wheel nuts
5. Vehicle systems: ignition; electrical; lights; brakes; transmission; engine;
fuel; tyres