Practical Assessment - Multi Combination (MC)

• Practical Assessment - Front End Loader

• Candidate

• Date

  Date

• Location

• Assessor

• Level IV Assessor

  Ross Maguire

  Shane Skinner

  David Tunks

Element 1. Plan and prepare

• The employee knows what their task is for the shift

  C

  NYC

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• Required PPE is worn

  C

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• Understands or can access applicable SOP's

  C

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• Identifies, manages and reports actual / potential hazard at workplace

  C

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  CI

Element 2: Pre Start Checks

• Carries out required pre shift inspection checking as FEL Pre Start Checklist.

  C

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• Understands functions & operation of all instruments and controls

  C

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• Uses three points of contact when mounting the machine

  C

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• Adjusts seat & steering & mirrors to suitable position to enable good vision & access to all controls

  C

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• Attaches & wears seatbelt

  C

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Element 3: Start Engine

• Checks park brakes are applied

  C

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• Ensures transmission is in neutral position

  C

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• Sounds horn & allows 5 seconds before starting

  C

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• Allows engine self diagnostic check to complete

  C

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• Accelerator not depressed on engine start up

  C

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• Starter releases as engine fires

  C

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• Monitors gauges & instruments for correct operation

  C

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• Allows engine to warm up under own power

  C

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• Conducts hydraulic warm up

  C

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• Ensures air system is fully charged before attempting to move

  C

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Element 4: Drive Off

• Sounds horn & allows 5 seconds before moving forward or reverse.

  C

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• Selects correct gear to avoid clutch shudder

  C

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• Checks mirrors before moving for hazards

  C

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• Releases park brakes

  C

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• No acceleration applied on drive off

  C

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• Low Revs are maintained until normal operating temperature is reached

  C

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• Acceleration is smooth & progressive

  C

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Element 5. Drive vehicle

• Gear changes are made within operating range of engine

  C

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• Clutch is used when changing gears

  C

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• Correct gear sequence is used when changing gears

  C

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• Obeys all speed restrictions ( built up areas & open road)

  C

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• Engine Revs are minimal to eliminate noise/ dust/ emissions

  C

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• Uses two hands on the steering wheel at all times

  C

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• All braking & slowing down is complete before entering corners/ turns

  C

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• Auxiliary brakes are used to conserve service brakes

  C

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• Correct operation of Power Divider in off road/ hazardous conditions

  C

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• Defensive observation techniques are used when operating (Front/ Rear/ Left/ Right)

  C

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• Correct use of signals & indicators

  C

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Element 6. Monitor Conditions

• Correct vehicle positioning is maintained on road ( open road & cornering)

  C

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• Instruments, gauges & mirrors are monitored at regular intervals

  C

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• Correct following distance is maintained (20 seconds)

  C

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• Defensive driving skills are utilised

  C

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• Adjusts speed to suit varying conditions

  C

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• Adequate clearances are maintained & avoids obstacles

  C

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Element 7: Operate Ancillary Equipment

• Anciliary equipment ( side tippers/ lid/ tarpaulin)

  C

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Element 8: Reverse vehicle

• Ensures area behind vehicle is clear

  C

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• Positions vehicle correctly to allow ease of operation and good vision

  C

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• Selects low gear to maintain control of vehicle

  C

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• Sounds horn before reversing

  C

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• Uses both mirrors to observe progress

  C

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• Does not ride clutch while reversing

  C

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Element 9: Couple/ Uncouple MC Unit

• Truck / dolly uncoupled from trailer

  C

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• Truck / dolly coupled to trailer

  C

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• Dolly uncoupled from trailer at ringfeeder

  C

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• Dolly coupled to trailer at ringfeeder

  C

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Element 10: Stop Engine

• Suitable area is selected for parking

  C

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• Park brake applied

  C

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• Transmission is placed in neutral position

  C

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• Engine break is turned off

  C

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• Engine is not revved before shut down

  C

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• Adequate time is allowed for engine to idle / cool down

  C

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Element 11: Operator Maintenance

• Check and top up compartment fluid levels (if required)

  C

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• Conducts visual checks of engine and engine bay for faults

  C

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• Check and grease driveline, check prime mover undercarriage

  C

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• Conducts walk round tyre and equipment check

  C

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• Cab and glass is cleaned, cab free of loose items

  C

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• Faults identified during inspections and operation are recorded and reported (Repair / Request)

  C

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• Fixes minor faults (when time permits)

  C

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Sign Off / Authorisation

• Candidate is assessed as

  Competent

  Not Yet Competent

• Requires Further Training?

  Yes

  No

• Candidate agrees with the outcomes identified within the assessment

  Sign

• Authorised trainer / assessor have suitably assessed the candidate and agree with the assessment outcomes

  Sign