In this course, you’ll learn the safe coupling and uncoupling procedure, as required by legislation for heavy and multi-combination vehciles. And, be able to identify key hazards;
- Caught in / between
- Confined Area
- Construction Design
- Equipment Stability
- Rotating parts
- Poor equipment controls
- Poor equipment displays
- Stored Energy
- Strains
- Uncontrolled Movement
- Object Weight
If not performed correctly this vitally important task can lead to serious accidents, injury and vehicle damage.
Training Mapping
This procedure aligns with the follow national competencies in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.
TLIC4006 Drive multi-combination vehicle
- 3.2 Prime mover, dollies and trailer are aligned and coupled in proper sequence in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
- 3.3 Coupled vehicle is checked and tested to ensure it is correctly secured and to confirm it is fully operational
TLIC3005 Drive heavy combination vehicle
- 3.2 Prime mover and trailer are aligned and coupled in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
- 3.3 Coupled vehicle is checked and tested to ensure it is correctly secured and to confirm it is fully operational
FPICOT3261 Transport forestry logs using trucks
- 5.3. Truck is operated and driven to manufacturer specifications and legislative requirements using primary and subsidiary controls as appropriate to conditions
