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PSPTRP004
Conduct detailed vehicle inspections

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to conduct and document vehicle inspections undertaken at an authorised inspection location. It includes preparing for inspections, determining correct vehicle dimensions and configurations, recording, reviewing, reporting and acting on inspection findings.

This unit applies to those working 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 and/or roadworthiness.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently in consultation with others, performing routine task in a familiar context.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare for detailed inspections

1.1 Identify types of inspections.

1.2 Assess sites with regard to personal safety and the safety of others.

1.3 Identify and confirm scope and detailed requirements of each inspection with relevant personnel.

1.4 Check and confirm as operational materials and equipment required to conduct inspections.

1.5 Access and interpret information from relevant sources to enable inspections.

2. Conduct detailed inspections

2.1 Access and review motor vehicle documentation to establish key information on the vehicles under inspection.

2.2 Verify vehicle identity for each vehicle inspected.

2.3 Carry out vehicle inspections using approved methods and equipment, taking into consideration the specifications and tolerances relative to each vehicle.

2.4 Identify, examine, measure and test vehicle structure and components as necessary.

2.5 Observe work health and safety legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures during the inspection.

2.6 Identify and record vehicle non-compliances.

3. Determine correct vehicle dimensions and/or configurations

3.1 Reference guidelines as necessary for comparison with inspection findings.

3.2 Interpret information and follow procedures.

4. Record and review inspection findings

4.1 Obtain, complete and keep required documentation and evidence.

4.2 Conduct, consultations with stakeholders to verify accuracy and validity of findings as required.

4.3 Assess findings for non-compliance.

5. Report and act on findings

5.1 Report inspection findings to relevant person/s.

5.2 Provide supporting information and explanations as required.

5.3 Prepare and file documentation and records.

5.4 Identify, report and act on issues arising from inspections which require further action.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

consulting with stakeholders to verify findings

reading complex legislation, guidelines and manufacturer’s specifications

interpreting information and procedures

recording findings and preparing reports

referencing guidelines when required

using observation and analysis

applying public sector legislation, including work health and safety and environmental procedures, in the context of conducting detailed vehicle examinations

using compliance equipment and technology

using detailed inspection methodologies, including safe work practices

measuring and comparing with tolerances

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

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

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

organisational policies and procedures

National Transport Commission guidelines

vehicle components and procedures

legislation and regulations, including Australian Design Rules

powers of transport inspector and/or authorised officer under jurisdictional legislation

functions and roles of other professionals involved

principles of risk management

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

Some components of this unit require assessment in a workplace environment (real or simulated) therefore the unit is not suitable for fully external or electronic based assessment.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare for detailed inspections

1.1 Identify types of inspections.

1.2 Assess sites with regard to personal safety and the safety of others.

1.3 Identify and confirm scope and detailed requirements of each inspection with relevant personnel.

1.4 Check and confirm as operational materials and equipment required to conduct inspections.

1.5 Access and interpret information from relevant sources to enable inspections.

2. Conduct detailed inspections

2.1 Access and review motor vehicle documentation to establish key information on the vehicles under inspection.

2.2 Verify vehicle identity for each vehicle inspected.

2.3 Carry out vehicle inspections using approved methods and equipment, taking into consideration the specifications and tolerances relative to each vehicle.

2.4 Identify, examine, measure and test vehicle structure and components as necessary.

2.5 Observe work health and safety legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures during the inspection.

2.6 Identify and record vehicle non-compliances.

3. Determine correct vehicle dimensions and/or configurations

3.1 Reference guidelines as necessary for comparison with inspection findings.

3.2 Interpret information and follow procedures.

4. Record and review inspection findings

4.1 Obtain, complete and keep required documentation and evidence.

4.2 Conduct, consultations with stakeholders to verify accuracy and validity of findings as required.

4.3 Assess findings for non-compliance.

5. Report and act on findings

5.1 Report inspection findings to relevant person/s.

5.2 Provide supporting information and explanations as required.

5.3 Prepare and file documentation and records.

5.4 Identify, report and act on issues arising from inspections which require further action.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

consulting with stakeholders to verify findings

reading complex legislation, guidelines and manufacturer’s specifications

interpreting information and procedures

recording findings and preparing reports

referencing guidelines when required

using observation and analysis

applying public sector legislation, including work health and safety and environmental procedures, in the context of conducting detailed vehicle examinations

using compliance equipment and technology

using detailed inspection methodologies, including safe work practices

measuring and comparing with tolerances

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

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

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

organisational policies and procedures

National Transport Commission guidelines

vehicle components and procedures

legislation and regulations, including Australian Design Rules

powers of transport inspector and/or authorised officer under jurisdictional legislation

functions and roles of other professionals involved

principles of risk management

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

Some components of this unit require assessment in a workplace environment (real or simulated) therefore the unit is not suitable for fully external or electronic based assessment.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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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
Identify types of inspections. 
Assess sites with regard to personal safety and the safety of others. 
Identify and confirm scope and detailed requirements of each inspection with relevant personnel. 
Check and confirm as operational materials and equipment required to conduct inspections. 
Access and interpret information from relevant sources to enable inspections. 
Access and review motor vehicle documentation to establish key information on the vehicles under inspection. 
Verify vehicle identity for each vehicle inspected. 
Carry out vehicle inspections using approved methods and equipment, taking into consideration the specifications and tolerances relative to each vehicle. 
Identify, examine, measure and test vehicle structure and components as necessary. 
Observe work health and safety legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures during the inspection. 
Identify and record vehicle non-compliances. 
Reference guidelines as necessary for comparison with inspection findings. 
Interpret information and follow procedures. 
Obtain, complete and keep required documentation and evidence. 
Conduct, consultations with stakeholders to verify accuracy and validity of findings as required. 
Assess findings for non-compliance. 
Report inspection findings to relevant person/s. 
Provide supporting information and explanations as required. 
Prepare and file documentation and records. 
Identify, report and act on issues arising from inspections which require further action. 
Identify types of inspections. 
Assess sites with regard to personal safety and the safety of others. 
Identify and confirm scope and detailed requirements of each inspection with relevant personnel. 
Check and confirm as operational materials and equipment required to conduct inspections. 
Access and interpret information from relevant sources to enable inspections. 
Access and review motor vehicle documentation to establish key information on the vehicles under inspection. 
Verify vehicle identity for each vehicle inspected. 
Carry out vehicle inspections using approved methods and equipment, taking into consideration the specifications and tolerances relative to each vehicle. 
Identify, examine, measure and test vehicle structure and components as necessary. 
Observe work health and safety legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures during the inspection. 
Identify and record vehicle non-compliances. 
Reference guidelines as necessary for comparison with inspection findings. 
Interpret information and follow procedures. 
Obtain, complete and keep required documentation and evidence. 
Conduct, consultations with stakeholders to verify accuracy and validity of findings as required. 
Assess findings for non-compliance. 
Report inspection findings to relevant person/s. 
Provide supporting information and explanations as required. 
Prepare and file documentation and records. 
Identify, report and act on issues arising from inspections which require further action. 

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