Field Service Sector
Review of Commercial Road Transport and Driving unit standards
Subfield |
Domain |
ID |
Commercial Road Transport |
23436 |
|
Driving |
3462, 3467-3469, 3471, 3472, 17458, 17563, 20969, 27309 |
|
14509, 14516, 14519, 14520, 14525, 14526, 16647, 17975, 18492, 25717 |
||
17580, 18496 |
MITO New Zealand Incorporated has completed the review of the unit standards listed above.
Date new versions published April 2022
Planned review date December 2025
Summary
MITO reviewed commercial road transport and driving unit standards to ensure they are fit-for-purpose for the industry sectors.
MITO was supported by the commercial road transport and driver education working groups including subject matter experts, industry associations and MITO representatives. The standards were circulated to the working groups’ networks, and a consultation period was held. Feedback received was actioned where appropriate.
Main changes
· Purpose statements, guidance information, references, outcomes, performance criteria, and range statements were amended to ensure they are accurate and fit for purpose, reflect the standard content and to ensure clarity for users.
· Titles of some unit standards were changed to better reflect their content.
· The standard setting details were updated to reflect the change of standard setting body to Hanga-Aro-Rau Workforce Development Council from 4 October 2021.
· All unit standards were moved from CMR 0092 to CMR 0014.
Detailed list of unit standards – classification, title, level, and credits
Key to review category |
|
A |
Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
B |
Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
C |
Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement standard with a new ID |
D |
Standard will expire and not be replaced |
Service Sector > Commercial Road Transport > Heavy Haulage
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
23436 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the self-supervision requirements for overweight vehicles crossing bridges |
4 |
4 |
B |
Service Sector > Driving > Core Driving Knowledge and Skills
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
3462 |
Demonstrate knowledge of traffic law for the purpose of safe driving |
2 |
3 |
B |
3467 |
Describe dynamics, and techniques for managing dynamics, of light motor vehicles |
2 |
4 |
B |
3468 |
Apply precise control in riding a road motorcycle Apply precise control in riding a motorcycle |
3 |
3 |
B |
3469 |
Apply control in driving a light motor vehicle |
2 |
2 |
B |
3471 |
Tow a light simple trailer |
2 |
1 |
B |
3472 |
Describe factors contributing to and consequences of road crashes |
2 |
1 |
B |
17458 |
Demonstrate knowledge of light motor vehicle systems and components |
2 |
2 |
B |
17563 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the New Zealand Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS) Demonstrate knowledge of the New Zealand Graduated Driver Licensing System |
2 |
3 |
B |
20969 |
Demonstrate procedures when a light motor vehicle has broken down Demonstrate safety procedures when a light motor vehicle has broken down |
1 |
2 |
B |
27309 |
Drive a light motor vehicle in a fuel efficient manner |
3 |
4 |
B |
Service Sector > Driving > Driver Educator
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
14509 |
Describe risk and influences on risk management in the context of driving |
4 |
5 |
B |
14516 |
Demonstrate knowledge of legal requirements for loading and towing a simple light trailer Describe the legal requirements and implications for loading and towing a simple light trailor |
3 |
3 |
B |
14519 |
Demonstrate knowledge of quad vehicle performance, design, and handling characteristics Demonstrate knowledge of quad vehicle performance and handling characteristics |
4 |
6 |
B |
14520 |
Describe light four wheel drive (4WD) vehicle design features that affect performance and handling Describe light four wheel drive vehicle design features that affect performance and handling |
4 |
6 |
B |
14525 |
Carry out motor vehicle control loss prevention training |
5 |
10 |
B |
14526 |
Carry out quad vehicle practical training Carry out quad practical training |
5 |
10 |
B |
16647 |
Describe factors that affect people's learning in a driver training environment and describe methods to manage these Describe factors that affect people's learning in a driver training environment and describe ways to manage these |
3 |
3 |
B |
17975 |
Plan, conduct, and review interactive group learning for trainee drivers Plan, conduct, and review interactive group learning sessions for trainee drivers |
5 |
5 |
B |
18492 |
Conduct off-road four wheel drive (4WD) vehicle training Conduct off-road four wheel drive vehicle training courses |
5 |
10 |
B |
25717 |
Demonstrate knowledge of, and apply, effective decision-making processes for enhanced driving safety Demonstrate knowledge of, and apply, effective decision-making processes for optimal driving safety |
5 |
8 |
B |
Service Sector > Driving > Driver Licence Endorsements
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
17580 |
Demonstrate knowledge of driver requirements for endorsement V (vehicle recovery) Describe driver requirements for vehicle recovery endorsement |
3 |
2 |
B |
18496 |
Demonstrate knowledge and skills for driving a forklift on a road for endorsement F (forklifts) Demonstrate knowledge and skills for driving a forklift on a road for endorsement F |
3 |
2 |
B |