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Water Cart Learner Guide
Water Cart Learner Guide
WATER CART
262764
(Transport and Spray Water using a Water Cart)
INSTRUCTIONS
Please complete this form with the information as supplied in your National ID Document.
Please print and use a black pen only.
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EMPLOYER
NAME:
DEPARTMENT:
PAYROLL OR EMPLOYEE
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correct and that personal details are exactly as reflected on I have read the notes and have received a learner guide
your National ID Document. or handbook
The information supplied by you on this form will be used to Candidate Signature:
compile your Certificate of Competency.
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qualification can be done without it.
The minimum requirement to be declared competent is being
competent in all the assessment criteria.
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DURATION: 75 MINUTES
Please read carefully and answer all the questions.
Remember:
Corrections must be signed in full; corrections not signed will be marked as incorrect!
Remember to sign at all places required on this theoretical assessment.
Dishonesty will result in the candidate be declared not yet competent on this theoretical assessment.
You need to achieve a minimum of 80% for each section and a minimum of 80% overall to be competent.
Question 1 (1 Mark)
1.1 Never
1.2 When working in dusty areas 1
1.3 When required to do so by site regulations
1.4 When told to do so
Question 2 (1 Mark)
Question 4 (1 Mark)
Question 5 (1 Mark)
Question 7 (1 Mark)
Question 8 (1 Mark)
Question 10 (1 Mark)
Question 11 (1 Mark)
Question 13 (1 Mark)
Question 14 (1 Mark)
Question 16 (1 Mark)
Question 17 (1 Mark)
How many passengers may the Water Cart carry?
Question 18 (5 Marks)
Mark the following statements as true (correct) or false (wrong).
The operator must be aware of all possible hazards and
18.1 risks
The operator must avoid all hazards and risks in the
18.2 workplace while he/she is operating the machine
Work area hazards and risks are always the same and
18.3 never change
A operator that is not aware of his/her surroundings, while
18.4 operating the machine could cause an accident
While operating the machine the operator must be on the
18.5 lookout for people or equipment in the machine’s
operating radius
18.6 Avoid hazardous situations
Always perform a pre-operation inspection at the
18.7 beginning of your shift
18.8 Only use the vehicle for the purpose it was designed for
You must understand and obey the employer’s safety
18.9 rules and worksite regulations
The safe following distance on a public road for heavy
18.10 vehicles is 4 seconds behind the vehicle in front
When hearing strange noise from the machines the
18.11 operator must stop and report it immediately
When warning lights come while operating the machine,
18.12 the operator must continue working.
The operator must have both hands on the safety rail
18.13 when climbing on or off the machine
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GRAND TOTAL
SECTION ONE 30 =
% 80% Required
Question 19 (1 Mark)
Match the number in the picture below with the component listed
by writing the number in the space next to the component
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4
3 5
21.1 One
21.2 Two 1
21.3 Four
21.4 All the tyres/wheels
Question 22 (1 Mark)
When are pre-operation inspections performed (done)?
22.1 Never
22.2 At the start of each shift
22.3 When told to do so
22.4 When operating in hazardous areas
Question 23 (1 Mark)
What are pre-operation inspections?
Question 24 (2 Marks)
Pre-operational inspection is
Question 26 (7 Marks)
Mark the following statements as true (correct) or false (wrong).
Operating the vehicle with the wrong oil level can damage
26.1 the engine
The machine can (should) be started if the oil level is
26.2 above the maximum mark on the engine oil dipstick
The machine can be started and safely operated if the
26.3 engine oil level is between the minimum and maximum
mark on the engine oil dipstick
26.4 Engine oil level is checked when the machine is running
Water Pump motor oil levels must be checked during the
26.5 Pre-Operation Inspections.
Pipes, hoses and valves must also be checked under the
26.6 pre-operation checks
Operators can repair damage or faulty items on the
26.7 machine
Water pump engine oil is checked when the engine is
26.8 running
GRAND TOTAL
SECTION ONE 25 =
% 80% Required
Operational tests are performed to discover
27.1 malfunctions before the machine is used
Operational tests are performed before the Pre-
27.2 operational inspections
The operator only test 50% (half) of the machine
27.3 functions during the operational tests
If one of the functions or controls of the machine is not
27.4 working it can still be operated safely and used by the
operator
After repairs have been completed on the machine the
operator must again perform the:
27.5 Pre-operational inspections and the
Operational tests
Checking the machine oil level is part of the operation
27.6 tests
Checking that the brakes are working is part of the
27.7 operation tests
It is not necessary to check the water pump and
27.8 attachments during operation tests
The steering of the machine is part of the operational
27.9 tests
The operator can continue to work with the vehicle if the
27.10 water tank leaks water.
GRAND TOTAL
SECTION ONE 10 =
% 80% Required
Question 28 (7 Marks)
Always drive slowly when approaching (getting near) a
28.1 blind corner or turn
Not working at the required production rate, could result in
28.2 delays causing production loss and financial loss
The driver of the vehicle should not reverse unless he/she
28.3 has clear visibility.
When driving on plant roads is not necessary to use the
28.4 vehicles turn signal indicators
28.5 Accelerate and brake as fast as possible
When driving (manoeuvre) the machine the operator must
28.6 take into account the machine’s turn radius and length
28.7 Always travel as fast as possible
Failure to consider ground or road conditions can result in
28.8 accidents
The vehicle driver is allowed to drink alcohol or use drugs
28.9 before driving a vehicle
Driving over very uneven ground (ditches, trenches, etc.)
28.10 could result in the vehicle tipping over
Driving to fast over uneven ground could result in the
28.11 vehicle tipping over
The vehicle are allowed to drive on the right side of the
28.12 road
The Water Cart is allowed to leave filling site if the suction
28.13 hose is not properly stowed (stored)
All valves must be closed when no water is sprayed or
28.14 pumped
Chemicals, Diesel or Petrol are allowed to be transported
28.15 in the Water Cart
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29.1 The park brake can be used to stop the machine
Turning the vehicle at high speeds or on slopes could
29.2 result in machine roll (turn/tip) over
29.3 The suction hose are placed in mud when the tank is filled
It is recommended that the vehicle is refuelled when it
29.4 reaches the ¼ level.
When refilling with the suction hose from a dam, the truck
29.5 must be parked as near as safely possible
GRAND TOTAL
SECTION ONE 20 =
% 80% Required
Question 30 (7 Marks)
When finished working with the machine or at the end of
30.1 the shift it must be parked in the designated (appointed)
parking area
The keys to the machine are left in the machine to make
30.2 sure other operators do not struggle to find the key.
When finished working with the machine or at the end of
30.3 the shift all valves must be in the open position
Once the machine is stowed (parked) it is necessary to
30.4 do a final walk around to check if there are any
problems.
The machine can be stored in front of fire fighting
30.5 equipment
Close down checks are performed (done) at the end of
30.6 the shift
Close down checks must also be performed when the
30.7 operator takes lunch or breaks
Any problems experienced with the machine during the
30.8 shift is recorded and reported to the supervisor
30.9 Chock blocks are placed at the wheels
30.10 The machine can be parked on a grade or slope
GRAND TOTAL
SECTION ONE 10 =
% 80% Required
Question 31 (6 Marks)
Mark the following statements as true (correct) or false (wrong).
When a warning light on the machine comes on
31.1 (activated) the operator must ignore it and carry on
working.
When hearing strange noise from the engine the
31.2 operator must stop, switch off the machine and report it
immediately.
Accidents on public roads must be reported to the
31.3 nearest Police Station
It is allowed to use the park brake to try and stop the
31.4 machine in the case of brake failure
31.5 If the vehicle overturns, the operator must jump out
31.6 Accidents or emergencies must be reported immediately
If the machine accidentally makes contact with power
31.7 lines the operator must stay in the cab
If the machine catches fire the operator must stop the
31.8 machine, switch the engine off and use the fire
extinguisher to extinguish the fire.
31.9 The operator can jump off the machine in emergencies
The oil temperature gauge is in the red area: the
31.10 operator should ignore the warning and carry on working
GRAND TOTAL
SECTION ONE 10 =
% 80% Required
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total %
/105
Minimum of 80 % Overall and 80% for each Section of the test
1.4 Any objects around the vehicle that could cause an accident was removed.
The radiator cap was never removed to check the coolant level when the engine was
1.5
running or while the engine was hot.
1.6 All workplace hazards were reported to the responsible person.
Required
No: Description: Candidate Compliance
Yes No
1 Safety Hat Yes No N/A
2 Protective Eye Wear Yes No N/A
3 Hearing Protection Yes No N/A
4 Overalls Yes No N/A
5 Reflective Vest Yes No N/A
6 Gloves Yes No N/A
7 Safety Shoes Yes No N/A
8 Other Yes No N/A
9 Other Yes No N/A
Assessor to take note that non-compliance with a
Not Yet
single required item results in the candidate being Competent
Competent
NOT YET COMPOTENT
3.1 The battery disconnect switch was turned to the “ON” position (when applicable).
3.2 The Vehicle was switched on and inspected for any electrical or mechanical faults;
The gauges were checked to be in working order;
• fuel level
3.3
• hydraulic oil temperature
• engine coolant temperature
The steering was checked for;
3.4 • excessive free play
• functioning of the power steering pump
The brakes were checked for;
• pedal travel (if the pedal went all the way to the floor when the service brake was
applied, that is the first indicator that the brakes are bad)
3.5
• the functioning of the brakes in reverse
• the functioning of the parking brake (the Light Delivery Vehicle should not be capable
of movement when the parking brake is engaged)
3.6 The clutch and gearshift were checked to shift smoothly with no jumping or jerking.
The horn and other warning devices were checked to be working and loud enough to be
3.7
heard in the working environment.
The lights (head lights, tail, and brake lights) and indicators were checked to be working
3.8
properly.
3.9 The dash control panel lights and gauges were checked to be operational.
3.1.1 Chock blocks was removed and placed in appropriate space before the vehicle was entered.
4.1.3 The seat was adjusted and the seat belt was fastened securely.
The rear view mirrors were adjusted in order to get the best vision of the area surrounding
4.1.4
the Vehicle.
The handbrake was checked to be ACTIVATED (ON) and the transmission was checked to
4.1.5
be in “NEUTRAL”.
The key switch was turned “ON” and kept in the “ON” position until the glow plug indicator
4.1.6
lamp went out (Diesel Engines).
The key switch was turned to the “START” position and the accelerator pedal was
4.1.7
depressed fully until the engine started.
4.1.8 The accelerator pedal was released slowly until the engine ran smoothly.
4.1.9 Adequate time was allowed for the vehicle to heat up before it was driven.
4.1.10 The engine was not run at high speeds immediately after starting it.
4.1.11 The key was not moved to the start position while the engine was running.
4.2.9 The vehicle was not turned too sharply when in motion.
4.2.10 The candidate did not bump into any obstacles, plant, equipment or material.
4.3.13 A low gear was selected and used when descending inclines.
4.4.1 The candidate stopped the vehicle before attempting to start the water pump engine.
The water, in the water tank did not exceed the maximum water level of the vehicle at any
4.4.2
time.
4.4.3 The vehicle is parked in the correct position for loading or off-loading
4.4.4 Machine is placed in NEUTRAL and the park brake engaged for loading and off-loading
The location of overhead power lines, overhead service lines, trees, bridges and any other
4.4.5
obstructions was noted.
The location of underground services, hidden holes, drop offs, embankments or recently
4.4.6
filled trenches was noted.
4.4.7 The location of other equipment and workers in the area was noted.
4.4.9
5.1 The Vehicle was only parked on a level surface in its assigned parking space.
The Vehicle was not parked near:
• Access ways,
• Overhangs,
5.2
• Refuelling sites,
• An excavation,
• Fire Hydrants.
5.3 The handbrake was engaged after the vehicle came to a stop.
The engine was not switched off immediately after the machine has been operated for
5.4
longer than one hour (wait 5 minutes).
5.5 The controls were neutralized and the key was turned to the “OFF” position and secured.
5.6 The battery disconnect switch was turned to the “OFF” position (when applicable).
5.7 The key was removed from the ignition to prevent unauthorised movement.
5.8 The chocks where place behind the wheels in the correct position
7.7
Assessor Signature
7.8
Date