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PSPTRAN408
Conduct detailed vehicle inspections

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to individuals in road transport regulatory roles who are authorised under enabling legislation to conduct detailed vehicle inspections at an authorised inspection location to confirm vehicle compliance and serviceability/ roadworthiness.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct and document vehicle inspections undertaken at an authorised inspection location.

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 conducting detailed vehicle inspections.

This will include evidence of:

conducting at least three detailed vehicle inspections, on separate occasions or for three different situations/contexts at an actual or simulated authorised inspection location

following occupational health and safety procedures

adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to the conduct of detailed vehicle inspections

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 conducting detailed vehicle inspections, 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

a real or simulated authorised inspection location

vehicles, equipment and materials generally present in an authorised inspection location

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

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

Skill requirements

communication skills to:

consult with stakeholders to verify findings

relate to persons from diverse backgrounds

planning and organising skills to:

prepare for detailed inspections

teamwork skills to:

conduct inspections in conjunction with other personnel

literacy skills to:

read complex legislation, guidelines and manufacturer’s specifications

interpret information and procedures

record findings and prepare reports

self-management skills to:

reference guidelines when required

check materials and equipment

use observation and analysis

apply public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environmental procedures in the context of conducting detailed vehicle examinations

technical skills to:

use compliance equipment and technology

use detailed inspection methodologies, including safe work practices

use information technology to prepare findings and write reports

numeracy skills for measurement and comparing with tolerances

Knowledge requirements

organisational policies and procedures

National Transport Commission guidelines

vehicle components and procedures

legislation and regulations, including Australian Design Rules

powers of transport inspector/ authorised officer under jurisdictional legislation

functions and roles of other professionals involved

principles of risk management

occupational health and safety in the context of conducting detailed vehicle examinations

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.

Inspections may be:

undertaken on:

all types of vehicles, including special purpose vehicles

imported vehicles

modified and other high risk vehicles

loaded or unloaded vehicles

carried out alone or in conjunction with other personnel

undertaken in :

full range of diverse conditions

response to police request, coronial or other inquiries

Equipment may include:

measuring equipment:

micrometer

brake testing equipment

shaker plates

gauges

light meters

noise metres

jacking equipment

Specified standards may include:

environmental standards e.g. emissions

Vehicle inspections may be:

air and/or electrical components

body and ancillary components

brakes

chassis and trailing items (hoses etc)

draw gear

exhaust emissions and noise level

ground clearance

locking and securing devices

noise and emissions

oil leaks

outofgauge fifth wheel conditions

steering and suspensions

vehicle modifications

wheels and tyres

Stakeholders may include:

engineers

manufacturers

approved persons

vehicle owners/operators

government agencies

Relevant person/s may include:

senior officers

authorised officers

other operational personnel

management

vehicle owners/operators

Documentation and records may include:

defect notice books

departmental requirements

transport instructions

incident reports

safeworking forms or instructions

cautions

offence report books

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
Types of inspections are identified. 
Sites are assessed with regard to personal safety and the safety of others in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Scope and detailed requirements of each inspection are identified and confirmed with relevant personnel. 
Materials and equipment required to conduct inspections are checked and confirmed as operational. 
Information is accessed and interpreted from relevant sources to enable inspections to conform to specified standards and procedures. 
Motor vehicle documentation is accessed and reviewed to establish key information on the vehicles under inspection. 
Vehicle identity is verified for each vehicle inspected. 
Vehicle structure and components are identified, examined, measured and tested as necessary. 
Occupational health and safety legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures are observed during the inspection. 
Vehicle non-compliances are identified and recorded in accordance with legislative requirements and standard operating procedures. 
Guidelines are referenced as necessary for comparison with inspection findings. 
Information is interpreted and procedures are followed in accordance with guidelines. 
Required documentation and evidence are obtained, completed and kept in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
When required, consultations with stakeholders are conducted to verify accuracy and validity of findings. 
Findings are assessed for noncompliance. 
Inspection findings are reported to relevant person/s in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Supporting information and explanations are provided as required. 
Documentation and records are prepared and filed in accordance with the organisation's requirements. 
Issues arising from inspections which require further action are identified, reported and acted on, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 

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