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PSPTRAN410
Undertake access assessments and approvals

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to individuals in road transport regulatory roles who require detailed knowledge of gazetted routes and vehicle compliance requirements to be able to assess access applications and provide information on the feasibility and requirements of proposed routes. They also provide approvals, conditions and permits for individuals and transport companies to access certain routes.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake assessments of vehicles in relation to their access to the road network and to provide approvals and permits allowed under specific sections of legislation.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are 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 undertaking access assessments and approvals.

This will include evidence of:

undertaking at least three actual or simulated network access assessments on three separate occasions or for three different situations/contexts

at least one application that is not routine and requires alternatives to be suggested and/or refusal of a permit

adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to access assessments, approvals and issuing of permits

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 undertaking access assessments and approvals, 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

technology for issuing permits

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

communication skills to:

elicit requirements

provide and explain information

clarify and confirm understanding

relate to persons from diverse backgrounds

problem solving skills to:

explain information that meets applicants’ needs

suggest alternate routes for clients to meet their objectives and remain compliant with access restrictions

planning and organising skills to:

maintain up-to-date knowledge of gazetted routes and network access requirements

issue correct permits for vehicles and routes in question

literacy skills to:

read legislation, regulations, conditions and restrictions

interpret access requirements in relation to different categories of restricted access vehicles

self-management skills to:

maintain a professional manner

meet organisational requirements in relation to timeliness of responding to permit applications and providing emergency approvals

deal with difficult situations

computer technology skills to:

access up-to-date information

issue valid permits

Knowledge requirements

state/territory legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines relating to road network access

conditions and restrictions on vehicle configurations, dimensions and loads in relation to network access and vulnerable assets

gazetted routes

permits and notices

client service standards

political awareness regarding applications, approvals and permits

community needs in relation to restricted access vehicles road use

public sector legislation and codes of practice particularly those dealing with privacy, diversity, environmental and occupational health and safety requirements

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.

Effective communication techniques may include:

verbal and non-verbal language and tone suited to the specific client eg:

using plain English

being calm and professional in the face of difficulties

active listening

repeating information back

asking for clarification

summarising

re-phrasing

ensuring all information from the client is correct before providing access information

using emotional intelligence

communication aids where needed

Conditions relating to proposed routes may include:

impact on the community and infrastructure

infrastructure limitations such as:

signs

bridges

roadside furniture

prohibited roads

low volume roads

single lane roads

maximum speeds

warning devices

curfews

weather

road works

seasonal/environmental variations

prohibited turns eg no right or left turns at specified intersections

special approvals eg local government

wet unsealed sections of road

headlights at all times

direct radio contact with other restricted access vehicles

restricted through routes – local delivery and pickup only (with documentation as proof)

vulnerable assets

Communication difficulties may relate to:

language or accent

misinformation

misunderstandings

previous experience in obtaining access information

emotions including anger

Other issues may include:

environmental considerations

community needs

multi-agency involvement

multi-state operations

political concerns

Other authorities or sections may include:

local government

utility providers

rail, marine or state development authorities

bridge section

engineering section

Permits may include:

single trip permits

standard permits

period permits

special purpose vehicle permits

concessional permits

notices

information sheets

guidelines

special conditions

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Information is sourced on road network access, permit requirements and conditions relating to the proposed routes in relation to the intended vehicles and loads. 
Information is provided to clients on the feasibility and conditions of using proposed routes with reference to state/territory access conditions and restrictions for restricted access vehicles. 
Alternate routes are suggested if necessary to assist clients to achieve their objectives whilst complying with restrictions. 
Communication difficulties are managed or referred for assistance in line with organisational procedures. 
Applications for network access are assessed in relation to the proposed restricted access vehicles, their loads and intended routes. 
Liaison is undertaken with other authorities or sections using required protocols, if proposed routes have implications for their jurisdictions. 
Applications are referred for route surveys in accordance with organisational guidelines if assessment determines that this is required. 
Applications for access that meet permit requirements for restricted access vehicles are approved in accordance with state/territory network access conditions and organisational procedures. 
Emergency approvals are processed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
 
Dependant on the type of permit, conditions are confirmed with the applicant to ensure understanding of all restrictions. 
Documentation is completed and valid permits are issued to reflect approval decisions in line with organisational procedures. 
For applications that are not approved, permits are refused, reasons provided and alternatives suggested if feasible in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 

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