Unit of competency
Modification History
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This unit was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages. This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPTRAN408 Conduct detailed vehicle inspections.
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Application
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.
Competency Field
Transport
Elements and Performance Criteria
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. |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.
Unit Mapping Information
This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPTRAN408 Conduct detailed vehicle inspections.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623