This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to obtain a
licence to drive a light rigid vehicle. It includes
systematically and efficiently controlling all vehicle functions,
monitoring traffic and road conditions, managing vehicle condition
and performance, and effectively managing hazardous situations.
Types of light rigid vehicles include:
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a rigid truck above 4.5 tonnes GVM but less than or equal to 8
tonnes GVM or
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a rigid bus with less than or equal to 8 tonnes GVM or seats
more than 12 adults, including the driver.
Assessment of this unit will be undertaken within a licensing
examination conducted by, or under the authority of, the relevant
state/territory driver licensing authority.
This unit applies to driving that is carried out in accordance
with relevant state/territory driver licensing authority licence
requirements and regulations for light rigid vehicles.
Driving is performed with limited or minimum supervision, and with
limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in
achieving the prescribed outcomes.
Driving involves the application of routine vehicle driving
principles and procedures to maintain safety and to operate a
light rigid vehicle across a variety of driving contexts.
The primary legislative requirements applicable to this unit of
competency are state/territory legislation in relation to road use
and driver licensing.
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills necessary for the
granting of a Light Rigid Driver Licence.
Being awarded this unit of competency is a necessary requirement
to obtain a Light Rigid Driver Licence but is only one of several
criteria. Prospective licence applicants should check with the
state/territory driver licensing authority for other criteria
(such as licence tenure and medical fitness) to confirm other
eligibility requirements before undertaking training and/or
assessment.