Assessor Resource

PSPTRAN406
Intercept and inspect vehicles

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to individuals in a road transport regulatory roles who are authorised under enabling legislation to intercept and inspect vehicles. They must intercept vehicles in a safe manner, verify the identity of each driver and/or responsible operator, visually inspect vehicles for compliance, and take action on any non-compliances found. Knowledge of vehicle compliance requirements, chain of responsibility legislation, offences and defences under all applicable legislation must be applied. The ability to communicate effectively with road transport operators, deal with conflict and maintain operational safety at all times are important aspects of the application of this unit of competency.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to intercept and inspect vehicles for roadworthiness to determine the significance of any vehicle defects relative to the safety risk they present on the road.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

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 intercepting and inspecting vehicles.

This will include evidence of:

undertaking at least three actual or simulated vehicle interceptions and inspections on three separate occasions and with different vehicle configurations where one may be an unladen vehicle

using equipment under operational conditions

maintaining operational safety at all times

adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to the interception and inspection of vehicles

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 intercepting and inspecting vehicles, 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 task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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

communication skills to:

question and negotiate in sometimes difficult situations

inform of and explain inspection process and outcomes

relate to persons from diverse backgrounds.

planning and organising skills to:

check compliance equipment

undertake safe interception of vehicles.

literacy skills to:

read complex legislation, regulations and standards

complete required paperwork and records.

self-management skills to:

apply complex requirements from legislation, regulations, policies and standards maintain operational safety.

technical skills to:

operate equipment

undertake assessment of motor vehicle and trailer defects.

teamwork skills to:

to plan interceptions with co-workers

interpret and follow instructions

implement contingency plans in cooperation with others

numeracy skills for measurement and calibration

Knowledge requirements

safe working systems and requirements

organisational policies and procedures

legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures relating to vehicle inspections such as occupational health and safety, manual handling of equipment, privacy, etc

documentation relating to safety inspections

standards and specifications for all items requiring inspection

code of practice and conditions for the carriage of dangerous goods

contingency management processes for unplanned events

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:

speed detection equipment

measuring equipment

Locations may include

roadside locations:

urban

regional

high volume city locations

operator’s premises

interception sites

checking stations

vehicle inspection centres

Inspections may be:

undertaken on all types of vehicles

carried out alone or in conjunction with other personnel

undertaken in full range of diverse conditions

on loaded or unloaded vehicles

conducted with reference to Administrative Guide for Assessment of Defective Vehicles

to cover items of roadworthiness

Communication methods may include:

signage

line of sight signals

verbal

radio

telecommunications

Relevant personnel may include:

senior officers

authorised officers/other accredited officers/inspectors

relevant compliance managers

other operational personnel

vehicle driver

responsible driver

responsible operator

Safety and protective equipment may include:

high visibility clothing

gloves

sunscreen

sunglasses

safety glasses

safety headwear

approved footwear

portable radios, if applicable

hand-held lamps or torches

safety devices

hearing protection

Contingency management processes may include:

verbal tactics to diffuse a situation

use of defensive tactics

strategic withdrawal

seeking assistance

calling police

Action may include:

immediate rectification of minor problems

caution/warning

infringement notices/sanctions/penalties

improvement notices

defect notices

supervisory orders

offence reports

prohibition notices

issuing directions (ie returning to statutory limits)

Records and documentation may be:

defect notice books

inspection reports

departmental requirements

repair order books

transport instructions

incident reports

safeworking forms or instructions

mechanical condition advice forms

National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) interception books

penalty infringement and notices

traffic infringement notices

transport journey documentation

formal cautions

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 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 interception in accordance with organisational policy and workplace health and safety requirements. 
Clear and meaningful signals are given to drivers of target vehicles to stop their vehicles in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures. 
Agency policy requirements for intercepting vehicles are complied with. 
Occupational health and safety requirements are followed to prevent injury or damage. 
Drivers and/or responsible operators are requested to identify themselves. 
Details of identification are recorded in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures. 
Details of drivers and/or responsible operators are verified with relevant authorities as per organisational procedures 
Inspections are undertaken in accordance with organisational procedures. 
Communication is maintained with relevant personnel to ensure safe, efficient and complete inspections. 
Inspections are conducted using safety and protective equipment in accordance with operational safety requirements. 
Contingency management processes are implemented for any unplanned events in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 
Vehicle defects are identified and recorded in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Detected vehicle defects are categorised and action taken in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures. 
Necessary records/paperwork are completed in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures 

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