Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance)
Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance)
PSP41812
J295
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required of road transport regulatory staff. The qualification has 4 separate streams to cater for staff in inspection, access, intelligence and multi-skilled roles.
Electives should be chosen to reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of electives is possible in the packaging rules electives may be chosen to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual. Training delivery and assessment related to this qualification must be contextualised to the road transport regulatory environment.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Choose an elective stream first, then follow the packaging rules for that stream:1) INSPECTION STREAM
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream:
- three (3) core units, and
- all three (3) inspection stream units, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety, and
- two (2) units from Group B Inspection stream (road transport compliance), and
- two (2) units from Group C Inspection stream (regulatory), and
- four (4) units from Group B, C or D Inspection (general) or from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, expect as stated.
Note: If not already listed, a maximum of one (1) unit may be selected from Certificate III.
2) ACCESS STREAM
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream:
- three (3) core units, and
- all four (4) access stream units, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety electives, and
- seven (7) units from Group E Access stream or from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
Note: if not already listed, a maximum of one (1) unit may be selected from Certificate III.
3) INTELLIGENCE STREAM
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream:
- three (3) core units, and
- all our (4) intelligence stream units, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety, and
- seven (7) units from Group F Intelligence, alternatively, up to four (4) units may be taken from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
Note: if not already listed, a maximum of one (1) unit may be selected from Certificate III.
4) MULTI-SKILLED STREAM
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream including:
- three (3) core units, and
- the two (2) units listed, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety, and
- nine (9) units from Group G Multi-skilled, alternatively, up to three (3) electives may be taken from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
Note: If not already listed, a maximum of one unit may be selected from Certificate III.
Elective units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate
units selected from or available within PSP12 Public Sector Training Package.
1. Core Units for All Streams
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8061 | PSPLEGN401A | Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7986 | PSPETHC401A | Uphold and support the values and principles of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8022 | PSPGOV412A | Use advanced workplace communication strategies | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group E Access Units
Up to seven (7) units to be chosen from Group E when completing the Access Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8273 | PSPREG405B | Act on non-compliance | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C8032 | PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8021 | PSPGOV411A | Deal with conflict | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8012 | PSPGOV402B | Deliver and monitor service to clients | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8269 | PSPREG401C | Exercise regulatory powers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8278 | PSPREG410B | Give evidence | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7852 | ICAICT210A | Operate database applications | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WE692 | PSPTRAN502 | Operate within the regulatory framework for road transport compliance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE689 | PSPTRAN409 | Pilot and escort oversized and-or over-mass vehicles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1501 | CPPSIS4006A | Read and interpret basic image data | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8283 | PSPREG415A | Receive and validate data | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE679 | PSPREG424 | Record and use official notes | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group F Intelligence Units
Up to seven (7) units to be chosen from Group F when completing the Intelligence Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8273 | PSPREG405B | Act on non-compliance | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C8032 | PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8271 | PSPREG403B | Assess compliance | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C8282 | PSPREG414A | Conduct surveillance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8280 | PSPREG412A | Gather and manage evidence | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8279 | PSPREG411A | Gather information through interviews | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8278 | PSPREG410B | Give evidence | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WE681 | PSPREG506 | Manage investigation information processes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D7852 | ICAICT210A | Operate database applications | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WE679 | PSPREG424 | Record and use official notes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7984 | PSPGOV504B | Undertake research and analysis | 60 | Unit of competency |
4. Group G Multi-skilled Units
Up to nine (9) units to be chosen from Group G when completing the Multi-skilled Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Inspection Stream Units
All three (3) units must be chosen when completing the Inspection Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream:
- three (3) core units, and
- All three (3) inspection stream units, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety, and
- two (2) units from Group B Inspection stream (road transport compliance), and
- two (2) units from Group C Inspection stream (regulatory), and
- four (4) units from Group B, C or D Inspection (general) or from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, expect as stated
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8273 | PSPREG405B | Act on non-compliance | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C8269 | PSPREG401C | Exercise regulatory powers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE692 | PSPTRAN502 | Operate within the regulatory framework for road transport compliance | 30 | Unit of competency |
6. Access Stream Units
All four (4) units must be chosen when completing the Access Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream:
- three (3) core units, and
- All four (4) access stream units, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety electives, and
- seven (7) units from Group E Access stream or from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8027 | PSPGOV417A | Identify and treat risks | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8270 | PSPREG402C | Promote client compliance | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WE691 | PSPTRAN411 | Provide information on vehicle configuration compliance | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WE690 | PSPTRAN410 | Undertake access assessments and approvals | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. Intelligence Stream Units
All four (4) units must be chosen when completing the Intelligence Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream:
- three (3) core units, and
- all four (4) intelligence stream units, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety, and
- seven (7) units from Group F Intelligence, alternatively, up to four (4) units may be taken from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8284 | PSPREG416A | Conduct data analysis | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8269 | PSPREG401C | Exercise regulatory powers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE692 | PSPTRAN502 | Operate within the regulatory framework for road transport compliance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8283 | PSPREG415A | Receive and validate data | 40 | Unit of competency |
8. Multi-skilled Stream Units
The following two (2) units must be chosen when completing the Multi-skilled Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this stream including:
- three (3) core units, and
- all two (2) units listed in the Multi-skilled Stream, and
- one (1) unit from Group A Safety, and
- nine (9) units from Group G Multi-skilled, alternatively, up to three (3) electives may be taken from anywhere within this Training Package, or from another endorse Training Package or accredited course at this qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8269 | PSPREG401C | Exercise regulatory powers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE692 | PSPTRAN502 | Operate within the regulatory framework for road transport compliance | 30 | Unit of competency |
9. Group A Safety Units
One (1) unit must be chosen when completing any of the streams.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8064 | PSPOHS301A | Contribute to workplace safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8065 | PSPOHS401B | Implement workplace safety procedures and programs | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WE678 | PSPREG423 | Maintain operational safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
10. Group B Inspection Units (Road Transport Compliance)
Two (2) units must be chosen when completing the Inspection Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8333 | PSPTRAN403A | Assess vehicle compliance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE688 | PSPTRAN408 | Conduct detailed vehicle inspections | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE686 | PSPTRAN406 | Intercept and inspect vehicles | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WE687 | PSPTRAN407 | Intercept vehicles and assess driver compliance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D3718 | PSPTRAN405A | Operate weighbridges | 18 | Unit of competency |
| WE689 | PSPTRAN409 | Pilot and escort oversized and-or over-mass vehicles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WE694 | PSPTRAN504 | Provide vehicle technical advice | 50 | Unit of competency |
11. Group C Inspection Units (Regulatory)
Two (2) units must be chosen from Group C when completing the Inspection Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
12. Group D Inspection Units (General)
Up to four (4) units to be chosen from Group D when completing the Inspection Stream.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8032 | PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5503 | PUAOPE015A | Conduct briefings and debriefings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C8012 | PSPGOV402B | Deliver and monitor service to clients | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1225 | CPPCMN3002A | Develop a traffic management plan | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8028 | PSPGOV418A | Develop internal and external networks | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2985 | PUAVEH001B | Drive vehicles under operational conditions | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8027 | PSPGOV417A | Identify and treat risks | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WB354 | RIIOHS302A | Implement traffic management plan | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D5501 | PUAOPE013A | Operate communications systems and equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C8024 | PSPGOV414A | Provide workplace mentoring | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8018 | PSPGOV408A | Value diversity | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXR5 | PSP41804 | Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZZ1 | PSP40716 | Certificate IV in Heavy Vehicle Road Compliance | Qualification |
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