Assessor Resource

PSPTRAN403A
Assess vehicle compliance

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to individuals in road transport regulatory roles who assess vehicles to determine their compliance or otherwise with standards and legislative requirements.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake vehicle compliance assessments.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may be applicable to this unit at the time of publication

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms consistency of performance in assessing vehicle compliance.

This will include evidence of:

undertaking at least three actual or simulated vehicle assessments, on three separate occasions and for different vehicle configurations.using compliance equipment under operational conditions maintaining operational safety at all times

adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to vehicle compliance assessments enforcing legislation within the limits of the officer’s authority.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to a real or simulated workplace environment that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered while assessing vehicle compliance, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine.

Access is required to resources such as:

applicable legislation, policies and procedures

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of requirements for situations likely to be encountered

vehicles, equipment and materials generally present in an operational environment

personal protective equipment.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit of competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

demonstration

observation

written or oral questions

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

undertaking observation

undertaking safe interception

using equipment

using effective communication including interviewing, listening and conflict resolution with a diverse range of people

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

reading and interpreting legislation and regulations

writing, for completion of documentation, notices, reports and records

applying public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environmental procedures in the context of road transport compliance

Knowledge requirements

organisational policies and procedures

legislation, regulations and standards, such as load restraint guides

occupational health and safety in the context of assessing vehicle compliance

sanctions/penalties

enforcement powers

offences

cautions

rules of evidence

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Equipment may include:

cameras

computers

measuring devices

radar

telecommunications equipment

intelligent transport technology

compliance technology

Locations may include:

roadside location:

urban

regional

high volume city locations

operator’s premises

interception sites

checking stations

vehicle inspection centres

Compliance checks may include:

mass

dimensions

load security

load restraint

access

registration

other legislative requirements

Contingency management processes may include:

verbal tactic to diffuse a situation

use of defensive tactics

strategic withdrawal

seeking assistance

calling police

Action on non-compliance may include:

immediate rectification of minor problems

caution/warning

infringement notices/sanctions/penalties

improvement notices

defect notices

offence reports

prohibition notices

issuing directions (i.e. returning to statutory limits)

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Equipment is checked in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturers' specifications. 
Equipment is accurately calibrated where required to meet legal requirements. 
A safe location is selected at which to stop the driver of the target vehicle. 
Clear and appropriate signals are given to the driver of the target vehicle to stop the vehicle. 
The driver is stopped in accordance with organisational requirements for conducting roadside interceptions. 
Relevant occupational health and safety requirements are followed. 
Regulatory details/records are verified and data interpreted. 
Compliance with conditions of the authorisation and/or any exemptions is assessed and any non-compliance is identified. 
Compliance equipment is operated in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturers' guidelines. 
Any non-compliance is identified in accordance with regulatory requirements. 
Vehicle documentation/dockets to identify mass details are examined. 
Weigh bridge and/or portable scales are operated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturers' specifications. 
Organisational requirements for conducting mass compliance checks are complied with. 
Measuring equipment is operated in accordance with standard operating procedures for conducting dimension compliance checks. 
Any offences are identified in accordance with legislation and regulations. 
Vehicle load restraints are checked to ensure vehicle complies with standards. 
Organisational requirements for conducting load restraint compliance checks are complied with. 
Non-conformance is identified in accordance with the standards. 
Negotiation is undertaken to achieve compliance if possible/legally acceptable in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Operators/responsible parties are informed of the action, justification for it and any rights of appeal in accordance with legal requirements and organisational procedures. 
Necessary records/paperwork are completed in accordance with legal and operational requirements. 
Equipment is checked in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturers' specifications. 
Equipment is accurately calibrated to meet legal requirements. 
Equipment is operated in accordance with standards and procedures. 
Interceptions and procedures are planned with co-workers to ensure compliance with legislation, codes of practice, organisational procedures and standards. 
Safe locations are selected for each interceoption in accordance with organisational policy and workplace health and safety requirements. 
Clear and meaningful signals are given to driver of target vehicles to stop their vehicles in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures. 
Agency policy requirements for interception vehicles are complied with. 
Occupational health and safety requirements are followed to prevent injury or damage 
Regulatory details/records are verified and data interpreted. 
Compliance with conditions of the authorisation and/or any exemptions is assessed and any non-compliance is identified. 
Compliance checks are undertaken in accordance with legislation and standards. 
Operational safety is maintained at all times and contingency management processes are implemented for any unplanned events in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Any non-compliances are identified in accordance with regulatory requirements. 
Action is taken to achieve compliance in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures 
Operators/responsible parties are informed of the action, justification for it an deny rights of appeal in accordance with legal requirements and organisational procedures. 
Necessary records/paperwork are completed in accordance with legal and operational requirements. 
Organisational requirements for conducting mass compliance checks are complied with. 

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