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VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles (QCF) - Articulated or Draw Bar Vehicle Pathway

Accreditation start date: 1 May 2011Credit value: 29Guided learning hours (GLH): 149 - 189Qualification number: 600/1656/5

Statement of unit achievementBy signing this statement of unit achievement you are confirming that all learning outcomes, assessment criteria and range statements have been achieved under specified conditions and that the evidence gathered is authentic.

This statement of unit achievement table must be completed prior to claiming certification.

Unit code Date achieved Learner signature

Assessor initials

IV signature (if sampled)

Mandatory units

UX20041

UX20042

UX20043

UX20044

UX20021

Optional units Please insert optional units achieved

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The qualification

Introduction National Occupational Standards (NOS)

The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles (QCF) (Articulated or Draw Bar Vehicle Pathway) will develop your knowledge and skills to the standard of professionalism required by the sector as defined by Skills for Logistics, the sector skills council for the UK’s freight logistics industries.

In this qualification you must demonstrate the competences of driving in a safe and fuel efficient manner, operating and monitoring articulated or draw bar vehicle systems, preparing and protecting articulated or draw bar vehicles, loading and unloading articulated or draw bar vehicles, attaching and detaching articulated or draw bar vehicle mounted bodies, coupling and uncoupling articulated or draw bar vehicles and collecting and/or delivering goods. You will also develop wider skills to contribute to the provision of effective customer service, deal with payment transactions and plan routes and timings for the collection and delivery of goods.

Units in this qualification have been mapped to the relevant NOS (where applicable). This qualification is accredited on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). This qualification is approved and supported by Skills for Logistics, the Sector Skills Council for the UK’s freight logistics industries.

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Progression

The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles (QCF) is an approved preparatory qualification for employment as a goods vehicle driver in the freights logistics industries. This qualification also provides a sound platform for further learning or training.

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Qualification structure

Mandatory units - 13 credits

VTCT unit code

Ofqual unit reference Unit title Credit value GLH

UX20041 T/602/2722 Prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving 2 10

UX20042 J/602/2739 Protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load 2 15

UX20043 F/602/2741 Operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems 3 16

UX20044 J/602/2742 Manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces 4 18

UX20021 A/601/9451 Obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads 2 10

Optional units (Group 1) - 4 credits (minimum)

VTCT unit code


UX20046 L/602/2760Drive the articulated or draw bar vehicle on public roads in a safe and fuel efficient manner

6 30

UX20047 R/602/2761Drive the articulated or draw bar vehicle on private roads in a safe and fuel efficient manner

4 20

Total credits required - 29 (minimum)

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All mandatory units must be completed.


VTCT unit code


UX20048 M/602/2766 Ensure the articulated or draw bar vehicle is loaded correctly 4 24

UX20049 F/602/2769 Load the articulated or draw bar vehicle correctly 5 30


VTCT unit code


UX20050 A/602/2771 Ensure the articulated or draw bar vehicle is unloaded correctly 3 15

UX20051 J/602/2773 Unload the articulated or draw bar vehicle correctly 3 20


VTCT unit code


UX20013 Y/601/9456 Make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector 3 10

UX20014 Y/601/7920 Contribute to the provision of customer service in logistics operations 3 18

UX20015 M/601/9463 Dealing with payment transactions in logistics operations 2 10

UX20016 D/601/9457 Plan the route and timings for the collection and delivery of goods 6 30

UX20053 M/602/4324 Attach and detach articulated or drawbar vehicle mounted bodies 3 10

UX20052 H/602/2781 Couple and uncouple the articulated or draw bar vehicle 3 10

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Guidance on assessment

External assessment (any requirements will be shown in the unit)

Externally assessed question papers completed electronically will be set and marked by VTCT.

Externally assessed hard-copy question papers will be set by VTCT, marked by centre staff and sampled by VTCT external verifiers.

This book contains the mandatory units that make up this qualification. Optional units will be provided in additional booklets (if applicable). Where indicated, VTCT will provide assessment materials. Assessments may be internal or external. The method of assessment is indicated in each unit.

Internal assessment (any requirements will be shown in the unit)

Assessment is set, marked and internally verified by the centre to clearly demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes. Assessment is sampled by VTCT external verifiers.

Assessment explained

VTCT courses are assessed and verified by centre staff. Work will be set to improve your practical skills, knowledge and understanding. For practical elements, you will be observed by your assessor. All your work must be collected in a portfolio of evidence and cross-referenced to requirements listed in this record of assessment book.

Your centre will have an internal verifier whose role is to check that your assessment and evidence is valid and reliable and meets VTCT and regulatory requirements.

An external verifier, appointed by VTCT, will visit your centre to sample and quality-check assessments, the internal verification process and the evidence gathered. You may be asked to attend on a different day from usual if requested by the external verifier.

This record of assessment book is your property and must be in your possession when you are being assessed or verified. It must be kept safe. In some cases your centre will be required to keep it in a secure place. You and your course assessor will together complete this book to show achievement of all learning outcomes, assessment criteria and ranges.

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Creating a portfolio of evidence

As part of this qualification you are required to produce a portfolio of evidence. A portfolio will confirm the knowledge, understanding and skills that you have learnt. It may be in electronic or paper format.

Your assessor will provide guidance on how to prepare the portfolio of evidence and how to show practical achievement, and understanding of the knowledge required to successfully complete this qualification. It is this booklet along with the portfolio of evidence that will serve as the prime source of evidence for this qualification.

Evidence in the portfolio may take the following forms:

• Observed work• Witness statements• Audio-visual media • Evidence of prior learning or attainment• Written questions• Oral questions• Assignments• Case studies

All evidence should be documented in the portfolio and cross referenced to unit outcomes. Constructing the portfolio of evidence should not be left to the end of the course.

Many frequently asked questions and other useful information are detailed in the VTCT Candidate’s Handbook, which is available on the VTCT website at www.vtct.org.uk/students. Other questions should be addressed to the tutor, lecturer or assessor.

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Unit assessment methods

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This section provides an overview of the assessment methods that make up each unit in this qualification. Detailed information on assessment is provided in each unit.

Mandatory units

External Internal

VTCT unit code Unit title Question

paper(s) Observation(s) Assignment(s)

UX20041 Prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving 0

UX20042 Protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load 0

UX20043 Operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems 0

UX20044 Manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces 0

UX20021 Obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads 0

Optional units (Group 1)

External Internal



UX20046Drive the articulated or draw bar vehicle on public roads in a safe and fuel efficient manner

0

UX20047Drive the articulated or draw bar vehicle on private roads in a safe and fuel efficient manner

0

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Unit assessment methods


External Internal



UX20048 Ensure the articulated or draw bar vehicle is loaded correctly 0

UX20049 Load the articulated or draw bar vehicle correctly 0


External Internal



UX20050 Ensure the articulated or draw bar vehicle is unloaded correctly 0

UX20051 Unload the articulated or draw bar vehicle correctly 0


External Internal



UX20013 Make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector 0

UX20014Contribute to the provision of customer service in logistics operations

0

UX20015 Dealing with payment transactions in logistics operations 0

UX20016 Plan the route and timings for the collection and delivery of goods 0

UX20053 Attach and detach articulated or drawbar vehicle mounted bodies 0

UX20052 Couple and uncouple the articulated or draw bar vehicle 0

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Unit glossary

Description

VTCT product code

All units are allocated a unique VTCT product code for identification purposes. This code should be quoted in all queries and correspondence to VTCT.

Unit title The title clearly indicates the focus of the unit.

National Occupational Standards (NOS)

NOS describe the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to undertake a particular task or job to a nationally recognised level of competence.

Level

Level is an indication of the demand of the learning experience; the depth and/or complexity of achievement and independence in achieving the learning outcomes. There are 9 levels of achievement within the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Credit valueThis is the number of credits awarded upon successful achievement of all unit outcomes. Credit is a numerical value that represents a means of recognising, measuring, valuing and comparing achievement.

Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

GLH is an estimate of the time allocated to teach, instruct, assess and support learners throughout a unit. Learner initiated private study, preparation and marking of formative assessment is not taken into account.

Observations This indicates the minimum number of observations required to achieve the unit.

Learning outcomes

The learning outcomes are the most important component of the unit; they set out what is expected in terms of knowing, understanding and practical ability as a result of the learning process. Learning outcomes are the results of learning.

Evidence requirements This section provides guidelines on how evidence must be gathered.

Observation outcome

An observation outcome details the practical tasks that must be completed to achieve the unit.

Knowledge outcome

A knowledge outcome details the theoretical requirements of a unit that must be evidenced through oral questioning, a mandatory written question paper or portfolio of evidence.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria set out what is required, in terms of achievement, to meet a learning outcome. The assessment criteria and learning outcomes are the components that inform the learning and assessment that should take place. Assessment criteria define the standard expected to meet learning outcomes.

Range The range indicates what must be covered. Ranges must be practically demonstrated in parallel to the unit’s observation outcomes.

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UX20041Prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving

This standard is about checking a goods articulated or draw bar vehicle before driving it on the public road. It covers the physical checks that you need to make and the documentation that you need to complete to comply with legal and organisational requirements before the start of each driving duty.

UX20041_v2

GLH

Credit value

Level

NOS

Observations (minimum)

External paper(s)

10

2

2

2SfL1

2

0

On completion of this unit you will:

Learning outcomes Evidence requirements

UX20041

Prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving

1. Be able to prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving

2. Know how to prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving

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1. This unit must be assessed in the workplace, in a realistic working environment and/or in a formal learning environment.

2. You will be assessed over a reasonable period of time using a variety of assessment methods.

3. Competent performance must be demonstrated to your assessor on at least two occasions.

4. Whilst a range of evidence types can be presented for assessment against each assessment criterion, observation of real work activities should be a prime source of evidence.

5. There is no external paper requirement for this unit.

Achieving observation outcomes

Achieving observations and developing knowledge

UX20041

Your assessor will observe your performance of practical tasks and will sign-off an outcome as complete when all assessment criteria have been competently achieved.

Criteria may not always naturally occur during a practical observation. In such instances you will be asked questions to demonstrate your competence in this area. Your assessor will document the criteria that have been achieved through oral questioning.

Competent performance must be demonstrated to the assessor on at least two occasions.

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Achieving knowledge outcomes

You will be guided by your tutor and assessor on the evidence that needs to be produced. Your knowledge and understanding will be assessed using the assessment methods listed below:


Where possible your assessor will integrate knowledge outcomes into practical observations through oral questioning.

The knowledge and understanding evidence produced must relate to your workplace.

Outcome 1

Observations

UX20041

Be able to prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for drivingYou can:

a. Follow all organisational policies and procedures, in relation to preparing the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving, that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• operating requirements

b. Check the vehicle and vehicle systems to ensure the articulated or draw bar vehicle is legal and roadworthy

c. Carry out adjustments to the:

• steering wheel• mirrors• seat

for optimum control, observation and comfort

d. Check the articulated or draw bar vehicle has sufficient:

• fuel• additives• oil• water

e. Check that any ancillary equipment is in working order

f. Demonstrate that all documentation your organisation requires is with the articulated or draw bar vehicle

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Observation 1 2 OptionalDate achieved

Criteria questioned orally

Portfolio reference

Assessor initials

Learner signature

Knowledge

UX2004116

Know how to prepare the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving

You can: Portfolio reference

a. Explain the relevant organisational policies and procedures, in relation to preparing the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving, that relate to:


b. Explain how to check that the articulated or draw bar vehicle has sufficient fuel, additives and water

c. Explain the operation of the articulated or draw bar vehicle instruments and controls to include:

• how to check the vehicle systems• how to check instruments, controls, gauges and vehicle

systems• indications of electrical or mechanical problems

d. Explain the responsibilities of the driver for the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load

e. Explain the organisational procedures for reporting defects including information on previously reported problems with the articulated or draw bar vehicle

f. Explain how to obtain information on previously reported problems with the articulated or draw bar vehicle

g. Explain which person(s) is officially responsible for releasing the articulated or draw bar vehicle

h. Identify problems that can occur when preparing the articulated or draw bar vehicle for driving

i. Explain the appropriate action to take, in order to deal with identified problems

Outcome 2

UX20042Protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load

This standard is about checking a goods articulated or draw bar vehicle and its load at appropriate times during a journey. It covers the physical checks that you need to make and the procedures and associated documentation that you may need to complete if damage or other problems are found. It requires you to be aware of factors that may affect the security of the articulated or draw bar vehicle and its load and the actions you can take to reduce risks.

UX20042_v2

GLH

Credit value

Level

NOS


External paper(s)

15

2

2

2SfL2

2

0



UX20042

Protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load

1. Be able to protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load

2. Know how to protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load

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UX20042




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Outcome 1

Observations

UX20042

Be able to protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the loadYou can:

a. Follow all organisational policies and procedures, in relation to protecting the articulated or draw bar vehicle and load, that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• operating requirements• different locations• theft• damage• reporting procedures

b. Carry out security checks

c. Demonstrate how to report any change in the condition of the load according to organisational procedures

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Portfolio reference

Assessor initials

Learner signature

Knowledge

UX2004222

Know how to protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load


a. Explain the relevant organisational policies and procedures, in relation to protecting the articulated or draw bar vehicle and load, that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• operating requirements• different locations• changes in condition of the load• theft or damage

b. Describe how to identify damage or deterioration in the condition of the load

c. Explain different methods for protecting the articulated or draw bar vehicle’s load

d. Describe the risks associated with protecting the articulated or draw bar vehicle and load at different locations

e. Explain the security checks that are required to protect the articulated or draw bar vehicle and the load

f. Identify problems that can occur when protecting the articulated or draw bar vehicle and its load

g. Explain the appropriate action to take, in order to deal with identified problems

Outcome 2

UX20043Operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems

This standard is about using instrumentation to monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle and any equipment that is fitted to it such as refrigeration. It covers action that you might need to take if problems occur and how these should be reported. It includes safe fuelling of goods articulated or draw bar vehicles.

UX20043_v2

GLH

Credit value

Level

NOS


External paper(s)

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3

2

2SfL3

2

0



UX20043

Operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems

1. Be able to operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems

2. Know how to operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems

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UX20043




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Outcome 1

Observations

UX20043

Be able to operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systemsYou can:

a. Follow all organisational policies and procedures that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• articulated or draw bar vehicle operating

systems• articulated or draw bar vehicle

monitoring systems

b. Operate the articulated or draw bar vehicle controls to maintain the safety, security of yourself, the vehicle and others

c. Operate fuel delivery systems correctly and safely

d. Demonstrate how to minimise wear and tear on the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems

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Portfolio reference

Assessor initials

Learner signature

Knowledge

UX2004328

Know how to operate and monitor the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems


a. Explain the relevant organisational policies and procedures, that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• articulated or draw bar vehicle operating systems• articulated or draw bar vehicle monitoring systems

b. Describe the purposes and functions of the articulated or draw bar vehicles instruments

c. Explain the articulated or draw bar vehicle requirements for:

• fuel• additives• oil• water

d. Identify problems that can occur when operating and monitoring the articulated or draw bar vehicle systems

e. Explain the appropriate action to take, in order to deal with identified problems

Outcome 2

UX20044Manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces

This standard is about manoeuvring a goods articulated or draw bar vehicle in any restricted space either on a public road or in a depot. It covers the checks that you need to make before a manoeuvre is carried out and the safe conduct of the manoeuvre.

UX20044_v2

GLH

Credit value

Level

NOS


External paper(s)

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4

2

2SfL4

2

0



UX20044

Manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces

1. Be able to manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces

2. Know how to manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces

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UX20044




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Outcome 1

Observations

UX20044

Be able to manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spacesYou can:

a. Follow organisational policies and procedures, in relation to manoeuvring the articulated or draw bar vehicle, that relate to: • health, safety and security • legal requirements • operating requirements

b. Manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces and include: • the appropriate use of signals • using the appropriate speed for the manoeuvre • monitoring the actions of other road users • ensuring there is no damage to the articulated or draw bar vehicle or surrounding environment • ensuring the articulated or draw bar vehicle is in a suitable position for the required activities

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Portfolio reference

Assessor initials

Learner signature

Knowledge

UX2004434

Know how to manoeuvre the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces


a. Explain the relevant organisational policies and procedures, in relation to maneuvering the articulated or draw bar vehicle, that relate to:


b. State the:

• dimensions of the articulated or draw bar vehicle• clearances required for the articulated or draw bar vehicle

during different activities• types of signals to be used when manoeuvring the articulated

or draw bar vehicle

c. Explain the observations required to ensure the safety of yourself and other road users

d. Identity suitable spaces for safe manoeuvring

e. Identify the types of hazard that could occur during manoeuvring

f. Explain the effects of inappropriate speed during manoeuvring

g. Identify problems that can occur when manoeuvring the articulated or draw bar vehicle in restricted spaces

h. Explain the appropriate action to take, in order to deal with identified problems

Outcome 2

UX20021Obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads

This standard is about your responsibility in relation to the load you are carrying and requirements relating to the collection and delivery of loads. It covers what you need to do to make sure that your vehicle is suitable for the load to be carried and the documentation that you need to complete to comply with legal and organisationalrequirements during each driving duty.

UX20021_v3

GLH

Credit value

Level

NOS


External paper(s)

10

2

2

2SfL6

2

0



UX20021

Obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads

1. Be able to obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads

2. Know how to obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads

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UX20021




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Outcome 1

Observations

UX20021

Be able to obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loadsYou can:

a. Follow all organisational policies and procedures, in relation to obtaining information on the collection and/or delivery of the load, that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• operating requirements• monitoring requirements

b. Collect information on the load to include:

• the details of the load• destination and schedule• requirements for loading and unloading• requirements for collections and/or

deliveries

c. Assess any relevant information that could affect the destination and schedule

d. Communicate effectively with others in relation to the collection and/or delivery of the load

e. Assess the suitability of the vehicle for the load

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Portfolio reference

Assessor initials

Learner signature

Knowledge

UX2002140

Know how to obtain information on the collection and/or delivery of loads


a. Explain the relevant organisational policies and procedures, in relation to obtaining information on the collection and/or delivery of the load, that relate to:

• health, safety and security• legal requirements• operating requirements• monitoring requirements

b. Explain the required information on the load to include:

• the type of information for the load• where the information can be found• destination and schedule and any recent information that could

affect the destination and schedule• requirements for loading and unloading• requirements for collections

c. Identify problems that can occur when obtaining information on the collection and/or delivery of loads

d. Explain the appropriate action to take, in order to deal with identified problems

Outcome 2

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