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Learner Guide
Contents
What this Learner’s Guide is about ........................................ 1
Plan your learning .................................................................. 2
How will you be assessed? .................................................... 4

Section 1 Identify and determine the pre-planned route ............... 5


How do I identify and determine the pre-planned route? ....... 7
What is a map? ...................................................................... 9
How  do  I  find  and  use  the  right  map?...................................... 18
What  do  I  need  to  know  when  following  a  route? ................... 22
How  do  I  interpret  directions? ................................................ 22
Why do I need to have alternative routes?........................... 24
How do I follow a pre-determined route correctly?............... 27

Section 2 Complete the necessary documentation ..................... 29


How do I complete the necessary documentation? ............. 31

Additional resources....................................................................... 33

Feedback on activities .................................................................... 37


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What this Learner’s Guide is about

This  Learner’s  Guide  is  about  the  skills  and  knowledge  required  to  
interpret  road  maps  and  navigate  routes  as  part  of  transport  
operations  including  identifying  and  determining  the  most  appropriate  
route,  and  completing  required  route  documentation  in  accordance  
with  operational  requirements.  

The  unit  of  competency  TLIH107D  Interpret  road  maps  and  navigate  
pre-­‐determined  routes  is  from  the  Transport  and  Logistics  Training  
Package  (TLI07).  It  has  a  number  of  elements  of  competency  that  are  
covered  in  this  guide.  These  are:  
• Identify  and  determine  the  pre-­‐planned  route.  
• Complete  necessary  documentation.  

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Plan your learning

It  is  important  to  plan  your  learning  before  you  start  because  you  may  
already  have  some  of  the  knowledge  and  skills  that  are  covered  in  this  
Learner’s  Guide.  This  might  be  because:  
• you  have  been  working  in  the  industry  for  some  time,  
and/or  
• you  have  already  completed  training  in  this  area.  
Together  with  your  supervisor  or  trainer,  use  the  checklist  on  the  
following  pages  to  help  you  plan  your  study  program.  Your  answers  to  
the  questions  in  the  checklist  will  help  you  work  out  which  sections  of  
this  Learner’s  Guide  you  need  to  complete.  

This  Learner’s  Guide  is  written  with  the  idea  that  learning  is  made  
more  relevant  when  you,  the  learner,  are  actually  working  in  the  
industry.  This  means  that  you  will  have  people  within  your  enterprise  
who  can  show  you  things,  discuss  how  things  are  done  and  answer  any  
questions  you  have.  Also  you  can  practise  what  you  learn  and  see  how  
what  you  learn  is  applied  in  the  enterprise.  

If  you  are  working  through  this  Learner’s  Guide  and  have  not  yet  found  
a  job  in  the  industry,  you  will  need  to  talk  to  your  trainer  about  doing  
work  experience  or  working  and  learning  in  some  sort  of  simulated  
workplace.      

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Section 1: Identify and determine the pre-


planned route

Are  you  able  to:   Yes   No  


1. Access  and  interpret  relevant  documents  
on  the  route?        
2. Identify  and  access  relevant  street  
directory  or  road  maps?        
3. Recognise  and  identify  street  directory  
and  road  map  symbols?          
4. Identify  points  of  departure  and  
destination  in  a  directory  index  and  use  
the  information  to  locate  them  on  a  map?        
5. Understand  directions  for  a  route  and  
trace  them  using  a  street  directory  and  
road  map?        
6. Identify  key  intersections  and  other  
landmarks  in  a  map  for  use  in  following  
the  planned  route?        
7. Identify  alternative  routes  for  possible  
contingency  situations  such  as  
emergencies  or  traffic  delays?        
8. Correctly  follow  pre-­‐determined  routes?        

Section 2: Complete the necessary


documentation

Are  you  able  to:   Yes   No  


1. Complete  the  necessary  route  
documentation  depending  on  the  type  of  
transportation  and  workplace  
requirements?        

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How will you be assessed?

Assessment  of  this  unit  of  competency  will  include  observation  of  real  
or  simulated  work  processes  using  workplace  procedures  and  
questioning  on  underpinning  knowledge  and  skills.  It  must  be  
demonstrated  in  an  actual  or  simulated  work  situation  under  
supervision.  

You  will  be  required  to  demonstrate  that  you  can:  


• access  and  interpret  any  documentation  on  the  pre-­‐
determined  route    
• identify  and  access  relevant  street  directory  or  road  map  
• identify  in  a  directory  index  and  located  on  a  map  points  of  
departure  and  destination  
• understand  directions  for  a  route  and  trace  it  using  a  
street  directory  or  road  map  
• identify  key  intersections  and  other  landmarks  on  a  map  
for  use  in  following  the  planned  route  
• identify  alternative  routes  for  possible  contingency  
situations  such  as  emergencies  or  traffic  delays  
• correctly  follow  a  pre-­‐determined  route  
• complete  the  necessary  route  documentation  depending  
on  the  type  of  transportation  and  workplace  
requirements.

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Section 1 Identify and


determine the pre-
planned route

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Section outline
Areas  covered  in  this  section  are:  
• relevant  documents  on  the  route  are  accessed  and  
interpreted  
• relevant  street  directory  or  road  maps  are  identified  and  
accessed  
• street  directory  and  road  map  symbols  are  recognised  and  
identified    
• points  of  departure  and  destination  are  identified  in  a  
directory  index  and  located  on  a  map  
• directions  for  a  route  are  understood  and  the  route  traced  
using  a  street  directory  or  road  map  
• key  intersections  and  other  landmarks  along  the  route  are  
identified  for  use  in  following  the  planned  route  
• alternative  routes  are  identified  for  possible  contingency  
situations  such  as  emergencies  or  traffic  delays  
• pre-­‐determined  route  is  correctly  followed.  

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How do I identify and determine the pre-planned


route?

It  is  very  important  before  embarking  on  any  journey  that  you  have  a  
plan  of  where  to  go  and  how  to  get  there.  It  is  also  vital  to  know  how  
to  get  around  when  you  are  there.  If  you  were  to  just  set  off  in  the  
general  direction  there  is  a  good  chance  that  you  may  not  get  there  at  
all  or  even  worse,  get  lost.  

There  are  a  few  ways  you  can  work  out  how  to  get  somewhere.  You  
could  ask  someone  who  knows  how  to  get  there,  you  could  recall  on  
past  experience  if  you  have  done  the  journey  before,  or  you  could  look  
at  a  map  and  find  out  for  yourself.  

Using  a  map  gives  you  advantages  that  the  other  two  can’t.  A  map  
visually  shows  you  a  route,  it  shows  all  the  main  features  on  a  route  
and  displays  alternative  ways  you  can  go.  But  a  map  can’t  do  this  by  
itself;  it  needs  you  to  interpret  it.  

Know  where  you  are  going  


Before  you  set  out  on  a  journey  you  must  obviously  know  where  to  go.  
There  are  a  few  ways  of  finding  this  out.  Your  organisation  will  provide  
you  with  certain  details  of  a  job  before  you  set  out.  You  should  be  
aware  of  your  destination  and  any  requirements  you  need  to  follow  
such  as  special  parking  procedures,  time  your  arrival  is  required  and  
the  type  of  delivery  and  so  on.  

You  may  also  receive  documentation  along  the  way  that  will  tell  you  
where  you  are  required  to  go.  Your  organisation  may  only  give  you  a  
location  of  where  to  pick  something  up  and  give  you  a  general  area  of  
where  it  must  be  delivered  to.  Specific  information  of  the  destination  
canl  come  from  the  pick-­‐up  point  and  will  require  you  to  navigate  your  
own  way  to  the  precise  destination  using  a  map.  

Answer  the  following  activity  questions  to  identify  how  to  get  the  
necessary  details  of  a  job  during  your  daily  work  activities.  

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Having  the  correct  information  is  very  important  for  any  type  of  
transport  job.  Your  organisation  or  customers  should  let  you  know  as  
much  as  they  can  about  a  job  before  you  set  out.  Answer  the  following  
question  in  the  space  provided  below.  

How  do  you  get  details  from  your  organisation  regarding  a  job?  

If  your  organisation  does  not  supply  all  the  details  of  a  job,  where  is  it  
that  you  get  the  rest  of  the  details  from?  Record  your  answer  below.  

There  is  feedback  on  this  activity  at  the  back  of  this  Learner’s  Guide.  

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What is a map?

A  map  represents  an  area  of  land  using  symbols  and  lines  that  show  
people  ways  to  travel  from  one  place  to  another.  

A  map  gives  a  person  an  idea  of  how  to  get  around  so  they  can  keep  
track  of  their  location  and  not  get  lost.  By  looking  at  what  the  lines  and  
symbols  on  a  map  represent  a  person  can  know  what  to  expect  when  
they  are  travelling.  

The  key  features  of  a  map  are  the:  


• symbols  and  lines  which  are  the  picture  representations  
that  stand  for  something  on  the  ground  
• legend  or  key  which  tells  you  what  the  symbols  and  lines  
mean  
• scale  tells  you  of  the  distance  on  the  map  compared  to  the  
distance  on  the  ground  
• directory  index  lists  all  the  name  of  all  the  things  that  
appear  on  a  map,  e.g.  street  names,  police  stations,  
hospitals  and  so  on  
• coordinates  are  a  grid  of  lines  on  the  face  of  the  map  
which  provides  a  reference  to  make  it  easier  to  locate  
something  on  the  map.  

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The  map  below  with  the  main  features  pointed  out  is  a  street  
directory  and  shows  the  streets  of  a  city.  

Symbols and Lines Legend or Key Scale Coordinates

Figure  1:  An  example  of  a  street  directory  and  its  features    

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This  map  below  is  a  road  map  and  shows  highways  and  roads  between  
country  towns  and  cities.  It  has  the  main  features  of  the  coordinates,  
symbols,  scale  and  legend  pointed  out.      

Legend  or  Key   Symbols  and  Lines       Scale   Coordinates  


 Figure  2:  An  example  of  a  road  map  and  its  features    

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Symbols  and  lines  


A  symbol  is  a  thing  that  stands  for  something.  You  may  be  familiar  with  
some  symbols  that  are  used  in  daily  life,  some  examples  are:  

 
Symbol  for  phone  
 
 
Symbol  for  restrooms  
 
 
Symbol  for  airport  
 
Figure  3:  Example  of  common  symbols  

Symbols  are  a  crucial  to  a  map.  Without  symbols  a  map  could  not  
contain  all  the  information  that  it  does.  It  would  not  be  able  to  show  
buildings,  railroads,  train  stations,  airports  and  points  of  interest  like  
cemeteries,  parks  and  lakes.  

Lines  are  generally  used  to  show  the  quality  and  type  of  road.  They  do  
this  be  varying  their  width  and  colour  depending  on  the  type  of  road  
they  represent.  

A  good  map  will  have  symbols  and  lines  that  are  well  designed  to  allow  
for  easy  recognition  of  what  they  stand  for.  

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Activity 2: Symbols

Can  you  think  of  any  symbols  that  you  come  across  in  everyday  life.  
Draw  some  of  them  below  and  write  what  they  represent  next  to  
them.  Try  to  do  at  least  3  and  you  will  be  going  well.  If  you  complete  5  
you  will  be  doing  great!  If  you  can  complete  7  or  more  then  you  
deserve  a  round  of  applause!!  

There  is  feedback  on  this  activity  at  the  back  of  this  Learner’s  Guide.  

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The  legend  or  key  


The  key,  or  legend  as  it  is  more  commonly  called,  is  an  area  which  
provides  a  definition  of  the  symbols  that  are  used  on  a  map.  This  is  so  
the  user  can  refer  to  the  symbols  with  an  understanding  of  what  they  
mean  and  not  leave  it  up  to  guess  work.  Below  is  an  example  of  a  map  
legend.  

 
Figure  4:  An  example  of  a  map  legend  or  key  

The  Scale  
A  map  needs  to  be  at  a  reduced  measurement  in  comparison  with  the  
real  area  that  it  covers.  The  feature  on  a  map  that  tells  you  how  much  
a  map  is  reduced  compared  to  the  ground  is  called  a  scale.  The  scale  
enables  the  map  user  to  measure  the  distance  on  the  map  and  
therefore  determine  the  distance  on  the  ground.  The  distance  may  be  
represented  in  various  ways  depending  on  the  purpose  which  the  map  
has  to  serve  and  what  it  covers.  Below  is  an  example  of  what  a  map’s  
scale  will  look  like.  

 
Figure  5:  An  example  of  a  map  scale  

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Directory  Index  
A  directory  index  is  a  system  whereby  names  of  a  map’s  characteristics  
are  listed  for  quick  reference.  You  can  use  the  directory  index  to  locate  
you  point  of  departure  and  destination  on  a  map  when  you  begin  
planning  your  route.  

Some  maps  like  street  directories  are  very  complex.  If  someone  was  to  
ask  you  to  find  a  street  you  didn’t  know,  it  would  take  you  a  long  time  
to  find  it  on  the  map.  A  directory  index  solves  this  problem.  It  lists  all  
the  streets  on  the  map  so  when  you  are  looking  for  one  you  can  simply  
look  it  up  in  the  directory  index  and  it  will  tell  you  where  it  is  located  
on  the  map.  Depending  on  the  map  it  will  also  do  this  for  other  
features  such  as  street  and  road  names,  hospitals,  rest  areas,  parks  
and  so  on.  The  index  is  usually  divided  into  different  sections  such  as:  
• street  names  
• places  of  interest  
• public  buildings    
• hospitals.  

Coordinates  
Coordinates  are  used  in  conjunction  with  the  directory  index.  A  
coordinate  is  a  number  and  letter  matched  together.  For  example  it  
will  look  like  D5.  They  are  linked  to  a  map  via  the  grid  of  vertical  and  
horizontal  lines  that  run  across  the  face  of  the  map  with  numbers  
going  down  one  side  and  letters  on  the  other.  To  find  the  coordinates  
you  simply  find  the  letter  down  one  side  and  the  number  down  the  
other.  Follow  the  grid  lines  until  they  interconnect  and  there  you  have  
the  coordinates  of  a  place  on  the  map.  

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Figure  6:  Example  of  coordinates  on  a  map  and  the  point  they  interconnect  at  D5  

Below  in  activity  3  is  a  practical  example  of  how  to  use  the  directory  
index  and  coordinates  to  locate  something  on  a  map.  You  can  use  the  
same  method  to  locate  things  like  a  point  of  departure  and  a  
destination.  

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Activity  3:  Finding  a  location  on  a  map  using  the  directory  index  

To  use  the  directory  index  and  the  coordinates  together  you  need  to  
follow  the  steps  below.  Perform  so  you  can  find  the  coordinates  of  a  
place  on  a  map.  Select  a  map  that  you  use  during  your  daily  work  
activities.  Choose  a  street  to  look  up  that  is  on  the  map  and  follow  the  
steps  below.    

1. Turn  to  the  directory  index  that  should  be  in  the  front  or  back  of  
your  street  directory  or  located  on  the  back  or  bottom  of  your  road  
map  (provided  in  the  example  below).  

2. Locate  the  heading  the  place  you  want  to  locate  will  be  under.  For  
example  if  it  is  a  street  look  under  the  part  that  has  the  street  
name  listings.  

3. Look  at  the  first  letter  of  the  name  -­‐  Brunswick  St.  

4. Use  the  alphabetical  order  to  turn  to  the  B  section  of  the  index.  

5. Look  at  the  second  letter  of  the  name  -­‐  Brunswick  St.  

6. Now  find  in  the  B  section  the  streets  that  begin  with  Br.  

7. Find  Brunswick  St  in  the  suburb  you  are  after  -­‐  Brunswick  St,  Fitzroy  
or  Brunswick  St,  Glenvale  and  so  on.  

8. Look  at  the  map  number  -­‐  44  (if  applicable)  and  the  coordinates  -­‐  
G4.  

9. You  now  have  the  information  you  need  to  find  the  place  you  are  
after.  

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How  do  I  find  and  use  the  right  map?  

Using  the  right  map  for  the  task  will  make  your  job  an  easier  one.  
There  is  no  point  using  an  interstate  road  map  if  you  want  to  find  out  
where  you  can  park  in  the  city  because  it  will  not  have  the  right  kind  of  
information  or  detail.  You  must  gain  access  to  the  type  of  map  that  will  
be  most  suited  to  you  depending  on  the  type  of  transport  job  you  are  
going  to  undertake.    

You  need  to  distinguish  the  differences  between  maps  and  determine  
which  one  will  be  the  most  useful  to  you.  Look  for  a  map  that  will  
contain  the  qualities  that  you  need  for  a  job.  For  example  if  you  need  
to  know  where  there  are  one  way  streets  and  places  to  park  you  
should  look  for  a  map  that  has  that  type  of  information,  like  a  street  
directory.  If  you  need  to  know  where  rest  stops  are  on  a  highway  then  
obviously  you  will  require  a  road  map  containing  that  particular  
information.  

If  a  map  only  has  part  of  the  information  then  you  should  look  for  
further  documentation  or  another  map  that  you  can  also  use.  You  may  
need  a  combination  of  maps.  For  example  if  you  are  travelling  on  a  
highway  and  into  the  city  you  will  need  both  a  road  map  and  a  street  
directory.  Or  if  you  are  travelling  across  the  city  to  a  place  that  is  large  
enough  to  require  its  own  map  like  a  university  or  cemetery  you  will  
need  a  map  specific  to  that  area  so  you  can  navigate  your  way  around  
your  destination  once  you  are  there.  This  way  you  will  have  all  the  
required  information  that  you  need  to  navigate  your  entire  journey.  

   
 Figure  7:  An  example  of  a  street  directory  and  road  map  

It  is  important  that  you  know  how  to  access  any  documents  that  your  
organisation  can  provide  to  make  it  easier  to  identify  possible  routes  
you  can  take.  You  will  require  maps  that  are  specific  to  the  type  of  

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transport  operation  you  are  undertaking.  Use  the  following  activity  to  
identify  which  map  you  can  use  for  your  job.  

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Activity  4:  Using  the  right  map  

Case  study:  Jo  is  driving  from  Sydney  to  Melbourne.  She  has  to  find  a  
place  to  park  in  the  city  once  she  gets  there.  Because  she  only  has  a  
road  map  of  Sydney  to  Melbourne  with  her,  when  she  gets  to  the  
outskirts  of  the  city  she  doesn’t  know  where  to  go  and  gets  
completely  lost  and  wastes  a  lot  of  travelling  time.  

How  could  Jo  have  avoided  getting  lost?  What  other  map  should  she  
have  taken?  Why?  Record  your  answer  below.  

Answer  the  two  following  questions  and  record  your  answer  in  the  
space  provided.  What  are  the  best  maps  to  use  for  the  type  of  
transportation  jobs  you  undertake?    

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How  do  you  access  these  maps?  

There  is  feedback  on  this  activity  at  the  back  of  this  Learner’s  Guide.  

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What  do  I  need  to  know  when  following  a  route?  

Your  organisation  may  give  you  a  pre-­‐determined  route  to  follow  


marked  out  on  a  map  when  you  undertake  a  job.  They  might  give  you  
directions  which  you  will  have  to  look  up  on  a  map  to  gain  a  further  
understanding  of  the  route  to  take.  Alternatively  you  may  have  to  plan  
the  route  for  yourself.  You  will  need  to  know  how  to  follow  a  route  on  
a  map.  There  are  certain  steps  you  can  take  to  make  the  task  of  
following  a  planned  route  much  easier.  

Taking  notice  of  features  such  as  key  intersections,  buildings,  and  
landmarks  on  the  map  will  provide  you  with  a  point  of  reference  so  
you  will  know  you  are  on  the  right  path.  You  should  use  the  legend  to  
identify  the  symbols  of  any  features  that  you  can  take  note  of  during  
your  journey.    

You  should  calculate  the  distance  of  the  journey  so  you  can  estimate  
how  far  you  will  have  to  travel.  It  will  also  allow  you  to  estimate  the  
distance  between  sections  of  the  route  so  it  will  let  you  know  around  
what  distance  you  will  have  to  make  a  turn  or  expect  to  see  a  landmark  
to  assist  you  with  following  a  route.  

Making  notes  of  things  that  will  remind  you  of  elements  such  as  turns  
and  landmarks  to  refer  to  along  the  way  will  help  you  maintain  a  
familiarity  with  your  planning.  

Key  intersections  and  other  landmarks  


It  helps  when  you  trace  a  route  on  a  map  to  identify  key  landmarks  or  
major  intersections  so  you  will  know  you  are  on  the  right  path.  When  
planning  your  trip  you  should  take  note  of  these  on  the  map  so  you  will  
have  a  better  idea  of  where  you  are  and  how  far  to  go  when  you  are  
on  the  road.  

How  do  I  interpret  directions?  

When  your  organisation  or  someone  else  gives  you  directions  it  is  
important  you  can  understand  and  follow  them.  Most  directions  
contain  only  the  major  details  you  will  need  to  keep  you  on  the  right  
track.  These  details  are  usually  a  set  of  instructions  of  where  to  turn  
and  what  features  to  look  out  for  so  you  know  you  are  on  the  right  
track.  Complete  the  activity  below  to  practice  following  directions  on  a  
map.  

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Activity  5:  Directions    

Draw  a  line  to  show  you  can  follow  the  directions  below  to  go  from  
your  location  A,  to  your  destination  B.    

Directions:  
• Leaving  from  Ireland  St  turn  right  onto  Tibet  St.    
• Left  onto  Tonga  Rd.  
• Take  first  right  after  the  freeway  onto  China  Rd  and  go  past  the  
Police  station.  
• At  the  roundabout  turn  right  onto  Sweden  St.  
• When  you  reach  the  end  turn  left  onto  Jamaica  Rd.  
• Take  second  right  onto  Russia  Rd  and  you  are  there.  

 
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Why do I need to have alternative routes?

When  you  plan  to  undertake  a  route  you  should  be  flexible  enough  so  
you  can  divert  from  it  if  you  have  to.  A  situation  might  develop  such  as  
a  major  traffic  delay,  road  closure  or  emergency  and  you  will  need  to  
have  another  plan  so  you  can  still  get  to  your  destination.    

When  planning  a  route  on  a  map  you  should  make  yourself  aware  of  
alternative  routes  that  will  take  into  account  other  requirements  you  
may  need  in  the  case  of  an  emergency  or  unexpected  event.  You  need  
to  think  about  things  that  will  affect  your  route  such  as  height  
restrictions  and  the  type  of  load  like  dangerous  goods  or  hazardous  
materials.  You  will  also  need  to  know  alternative  routes  so  you  can  
fulfil  other  requirements  quickly  and  efficiently  if  the  need  arises.  For  
example  a  coach  tour  operator  besides  just  knowing  the  route  to  take  
for  a  tour,  should  also  take  into  account  any  routes  that  may  be  
required  such  as  the  way  to  hospitals  or  major  towns  if  the  need  arises.  
A  courier  will  need  to  have  an  alternative  route  to  accommodate  for  
any  toilet  facilities  if  they  need  to  use  them.  A  truck  driver  may  need  to  
know  how  to  bypass  certain  townships  so  they  can  avoid  traffic  during  
peak  times.  

By  taking  into  account  any  situations  that  might  develop  and  devising  
alternative  routes  you  will  be  well  prepared  for  the  unexpected  
situation  that  may  arise  and  be  able  to  react  in  the  best  way.  

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Activity 6: Alternative routes

The  line  connecting  A  to  B  on  the  map  below  is  your  organisation’s  
ideal  route  for  a  delivery  you  have  been  asked  to  perform.  Plan  
another  route  to  get  from  A  to  B  on  the  map  which  you  could  also  use  
if  you  had  to.  Draw  a  line  on  the  map  to  show  your  alternative  route.    

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Consider  the  following  scenario  and  help  Rod  find  his  way  around  the  
incident  that  lies  on  the  path  of  the  planned  route  he  hoped  to  take.  

Rod  is  driving  from  Victoria  City  to  Newtown  when  one  of  his  
colleagues  driving  ahead  of  him  notifies  Rod  that  the  stretch  of  
highway  leading  to  Springfield  is  blocked  due  to  an  accident.  Rod  
quickly  needs  a  contingency  plan  so  he  doesn’t  suffer  any  long  delays.  
Using  the  map  below  draw  a  contingency  route  for  Rod  so  he  avoids  
delays.    

There  is  feedback  on  this  activity  at  the  back  of  this  Learner’s  Guide.  

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How do I follow a pre-determined route


correctly?

It  is  now  time  to  show  that  you  can  use  a  map  to  follow  a  pre-­‐
determined  route  in  your  daily  work  activities.  First  read  the  tips  below  
to  remind  you  of  the  things  you  will  need  to  take  into  account  and  
then  attempt  the  activity.    

Tips  on  following  a  planned  route:  


• Make  sure  you  have  all  the  documentation  you  will  need  to  
plan  your  journey.  
• Familiarise  yourself  with  the  route  on  the  map  before  
leaving.    
• Make  some  notes  so  you  do  not  have  to  keep  referring  to  
the  map  once  you  are  on  the  road.  You  can  also  highlight  
the  path  you  have  to  take  on  the  map  to  make  it  easier.    
• Break  the  route  up  into  stages  to  get  a  clearer  picture  of  
the  route  in  your  mind.  
• Use  the  legend  to  identify  any  features  such  as  buildings,  
railroads,  cemeteries,  parks,  and  lakes  on  the  map.  It  will  
make  the  navigation  of  your  trip  a  lot  easier  and  assist  you  
with  following  the  map.  If  you  see  a  landmark  on  your  trip  
that  is  on  the  map  you  will  know  you  are  on  the  right  track.  
• When  following  the  map  it  will  help  if  you  keep  it  adjusted  
to  the  direction  you  are  going.  This  will  make  it  clear  which  
direction  you  are  travelling  in  and  which  way  you  have  to  
turn.  
• Use  the  scale  to  keep  track  of  the  distance  you  have  
travelled  to  get  a  good  indication  of  where  you  are  located  
on  your  journey.  
• Plan  any  alternatives  routes  that  you  may  require  to  avoid  
any  unexpected  situations  that  might  develop.  

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Activity 7: Navigate a route

When  given  a  job  access  the  correct  route  that  your  organisation  
supplies.  If  not  available  get  the  points  of  departure  and  destination.  
Locate  the  most  suitable  map/s  to  use.  Plan  out  and  undertake  the  
route  by  following  the  steps  below.    

1. Locate  your  point  of  departure  and  destination  on  the  map  using  
the  directory  index.  

2. Plan  a  route  that  will  take  you  from  one  to  the  other.  

3. Plan  any  alternative  routes  that  you  could  also  take  in  case  of  an  
emergency  or  delay.  

4. Identify  any  landmarks  and  major  intersections  on  the  map  that  
you  will  pass  on  the  way  

5. Begin  the  driving  task  following  the  route  as  closely  as  possible.    

When  the  job  is  finished  check  off  the  following  list  to  self-­‐assess  how  
you  went.    

Plan  and  Navigate  Routes  Checklist   Yes   No  

Did  I  use  the  directory  index  to  locate  my  destination?      

Did  I  use  the  legend  and  symbols  of  the  map  to  identify  landmarks      
to  help  me  with  my  navigation?  

Was  my  plan  flexible  enough  for  me  to  take  an  alternative  route  in      
case  my  preferred  one  became  unviable?    

Was  I  sure  of  my  location  the  whole  time?        

Did  I  use  the  most  suitable  map?      

Conclusion:      

 Did  I  plan  my  drive  sufficiently?  

Could  I  have  done  anything  differently?  If  Yes,  list  what  you  could      
have  done  below.  

There  is  feedback  on  this  activity  at  the  back  of  this  Learner’s  Guide.  

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Section 2 Complete the


necessary
documentation

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Section outline

Areas  covered  in  this  section  are:  


• complete  the  necessary  route  documentation  
depending  on  the  type  of  transportation  and  
workplace  requirements.  

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How do I complete the necessary


documentation?

You  must  ensure  that  any  records  you  are  to  complete  at  the  start  and  
end  of  each  job  are  correctly  kept  up-­‐to-­‐date.  It  is  important  that  you  
know  exactly  how  to  complete  any  necessary  documents  regarding  
the  type  of  transport  operation  you  are  to  undertake.  Every  
organisation  will  have  different  type  of  records  to  fill  out  depending  on  
the  nature  of  the  job.  You  will  have  to  fill  out  things  that  could  include:  
• locations  visited  
• kilometres  covered  
• cost  of  fuel  
• confirmation  of  delivery/pickup  
• type  of  goods  being  transported  
• invoice  information  
• time  of  arrival/departure  
• record  of  stops/rests.  

Perform  the  following  activity  to  help  you  become  capable  at  
completing  any  documentation  regarding  your  job.    

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Activity 8: Documentation

It  is  a  very  important  to  know  how  to  complete  any  documentation  
that  your  job  requires.  

Locate  the  appropriate  documentation  you  are  required  to  fill  out  on  a  
job.  Using  a  copy,  or  equivalent,  practice  filling  them  in  until  satisfied  
you  thoroughly  understand  the  procedure.  

Check  with  your  manager  or  supervisor  that  they  are  satisfactory.    

There  is  feedback  on  this  activity  at  the  back  of  this  Learner’s  Guide.  

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Additional
resources

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The  websites,  organisations  and  resources  listed  below  provide  more  


information  on  topics  relevant  to  unit  TLIH107D  Interpret  road  maps  
and  navigate  pre-­‐determined  routes.  

Website  
• Ausway  Publishing  
http://www.ausway.com.au/    
Publishers  of  Australian  street  directories  and  road  maps  
• RACV  
http://maps.racv.com.au/tripPlan.do    
Driving  directions  for  anywhere  in  Australia  
• Essortment  
http://tx.essortment.com/howtoreadmaps_rlpc.htm    
Information  and  advice  on  how  to  read  a  road  map  
• About  
http://geography.about.com/od/studygeography/a/mappar
ts.htm  
Article  on  the  parts  of  a  map  
• Ordnance  Survey  
http://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/oswebsite/freefun/und
erstandingmapping.html  
Information  on  understanding  mapping  
• Virginia  Wind  –  Map  reading  101  
http://www.virginiawind.com/tips/map_reading.asp  
• Map  Quest  
http://www.mapquest.com/    
Enter  a  start  and  end  point  to  get  directions  and  a  map  of  
your  route  

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Feedback on activities
The  responses  provided  in  this  section  are  suggested  responses.  
Because  every  workplace  is  different,  your  responses  may  vary  
according  to  your  specific  workplace  procedures,  the  equipment  
available  and  the  nature  of  the  business.  

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Activity 1: Identify and determine the pre-planned route

Before  you  set  out  on  any  job  you  must  have  the  details  you  need.  You  should  
know  where  you  will  get  these  from  within  your  organisation.  Details  include  
the  type  of  load,  where  it  is  going,  when  it  must  arrive  and  so  on.  

If  your  organisation  does  not  supply  all  the  details  for  a  job  you  should  know  
where  to  find  and  access  them.  There  could  be  different  sources  such  as  the  
customer  or  the  address  on  a  delivery  sheet  and  so  on.  

Activity 2: Symbols

You  should  be  able  to  think  of  at  least  three  symbols  that  in  common  use  such  
as:    

Restaurant  

 Parking  

 Airport  

 Camping  ground  

 Picnic  Area  

 Telephone  

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 Restrooms  

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Activity 3: Finding a location on a map using the directory index

To  use  the  directory  index  and  the  coordinates  together  you  need  to  follow  
the  steps  that  are  outlined.  By  using  the  directory  index  and  the  coordinates  it  
will  make  the  task  of  locating  something  on  a  map  a  lot  quicker  and  easier.  If  
you  are  unsure  of  any  of  the  steps  ask  a  manager  or  supervisor  to  explain  
them  to  you.      

Activity 4: Using the right map

Jo  should  have  taken  a  street  directory  of  the  city  of  Melbourne  so  she  could  
plan  where  to  go.  She  was  relying  on  a  map  that  did  not  have  the  specific  type  
of  information.  

Having  the  correct  map  will  make  your  job  a  lot  easier  and  it  is  very  important  
that  you  know  how  to  access  them.  If  you  are  unsure  how  to  you  should  
check  with  your  manager  or  supervisor  to  show  you  how.      

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Activity 5: Directions

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Activity 6: Alternative routes

An  example  of  an  alternative  route  is  below.  It  remains  efficient  but  could  be  
used  as  a  contingency  if  something  goes  wrong  with  the  pre-­‐planned  route.    

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The  best  contingency  route  for  Rod  to  take  would  be  to  bypass  the  stretch  of  
road  that  goes  to  Springfield.  Instead  he  should  go  through  Lismore,  Enmore  
and  onto  Stony  Creek  where  he  could  continue  the  journey  as  planned.  

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Activity 7: Navigate a route

You  should  pay  particular  attention  to  following  the  steps  outlined  in  this  
activity  keeping  in  mind  the  following:  
• Make  sure  you  have  all  the  documentation  you  will  need  to  plan  your  
journey.  
• Familiarise  yourself  with  the  route  on  the  map  before  leaving.    
• Make  some  notes  so  you  do  not  have  to  keep  referring  to  the  map  once  
you  are  on  the  road.  You  can  highlight  the  path  you  have  to  take  on  the  
map  to  make  it  easier.    
• Break  the  route  up  into  stages  to  get  clearer  picture  of  the  route  in  your  
mind.  
• Use  the  legend  to  identify  any  features  such  as  buildings,  railroads,  
cemeteries,  parks,  and  lakes  on  the  map.  It  will  make  the  navigation  of  
your  trip  a  lot  easier  and  assist  you  with  following  the  map.  If  you  see  a  
landmark  on  your  trip  that  is  on  the  map  you  will  know  you  are  on  the  
right  track.  
• When  following  the  map  it  will  help  if  you  keep  it  adjusted  to  the  direction  
you  are  going.  This  will  make  it  clear  which  direction  you  are  travelling  in  
and  which  way  you  have  to  turn.  
• Using  the  scale  to  keep  track  of  the  distance  you  have  travelled  and  it  will  
give  you  a  good  indication of  where  you  are  located  on  your  journey.    

Activity 8: Documentation

You  must  understand  what  is  required  of  you  to  complete  the  documentation  
regrading  your  specific  transport  operation.  You  must  check  with  your  
manager  or  supervisor  that  you  can  do  this  satisfactorily.  

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