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 PSPTRAN502 Operate within the regulatory framework for road transport compliance.
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Application
This unit describes the skills required to undertake road transport regulation in both operational and office environments. It includes maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the road transport industry and the regulatory framework for road transport compliance, in order to develop industry relationships and operate effectively within the industry on behalf of road transport regulator/s.
This unit applies to those working in road transport regulatory roles who undertake a diverse range of duties that contribute to the enforcement of road transport legislation and related requirements.
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 complex tasks in a range of contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Transport
Elements and Performance Criteria
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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. Explore the regulatory framework for road transport compliance |
1.1 Identify and discuss key provisions of laws governing road transport regulation to ensure a common understanding with other enforcement officers. 1.2 Verify powers of authorised officers to ensure clear understanding and consistent application in the regulatory environment. 1.3 Exchange information with other road transport regulatory staff to ensure consistency within and across regulators. 1.4 Identify the purpose of enforcement activities. 1.5 Establish punitive and other measures available to authorised officers and determine the circumstances relating to their use. 1.6 Research the role and purpose of vehicle accreditation schemes, identify key commonalities and differences and determine their impact on the regulatory role. |
2. Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the road transport industry |
2.1 Research and update information on the road transport industry, its operators and major stakeholders to remain current with industry issues affecting regulatory officer roles and responsibilities. 2.2 Identify parties in the transport chain and clarify their roles and responsibilities. 2.3 Monitor logistics trends and major changes in road transport operations and technology and discuss and confirm any regulatory implications. 2.4 Monitor changes in road transport regulatory arrangements and access available information, awareness sessions and training to maintain knowledge and skill base. |
3. Work with other stakeholder agencies |
3.1 Identify other agencies with overlapping responsibilities for road transport compliance and enforcement and establish and maintain relationships. 3.2 Develop strategies to share information with stakeholder agencies in accordance with level of authority, to reduce the incidence and extent of non-compliance in the industry. 3.3 Provide and receive assistance, information and referrals to and from other agencies in accordance with their regulatory powers and sphere of operation. 3.4 Develop and maintain effective partnerships and intelligence networks. |
4. Establish and maintain industry relationships |
4.1 Identify road transport industry organisations and establish and maintain formal and informal lines of communications. 4.2 Gain and maintain trust and confidence through high standards of ethical practice. 4.3 Provide information and assistance to the road transport industry and other key stakeholders to promote understanding of legislation, compliance standards, accreditation and access requirements. 4.4 Represent and promote interests and requirements of the regulator using strategies tailored to the particular industry organisation. 4.5 Seek and use feedback to improve services and regulatory outcomes. |
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Unit Mapping Information
This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPTRAN502 Operate within the regulatory framework for road transport compliance.
Links
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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