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This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to obtain a
licence to drive a multi-combination vehicle. It includes
systematically and efficiently controlling all
vehicle functions, monitoring traffic and road conditions,
managing vehicle condition and performance, coupling and
uncoupling dollies, and effectively managing hazardous situations.
Types of multi-combination vehicles include:
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a heavy combination B-double rated vehicle at least 22 metres in
length with more than one
trailer, which has all pertinent
documentation permits etc. or
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a three axle prime mover with an A and B trailer each with bogie
axles.
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 multi-combination 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
multi-combination 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 Multi-Combination Driver Licence.
Being awarded this unit of competency is a necessary requirement
to obtain a Multi-Combination 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.