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Provide vehicle technical advice

Provide vehicle technical advice

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPTRP009
State Code
AWS70
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills required to provide vehicle technical advice in response to enquiries from police, other agencies and the general public or for court proceedings or coronial enquiries. It includes interpreting detailed vehicle inspection data and forming and providing an opinion based on the analysis of that data. Opinions and advice may be sought by and provided to the police, other agencies, coroners or the courts.This unit applies to those working in road transport regulatory roles who have technical expertise. 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 autonomously, consulting others as required, performing complex tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Obtain and interpret detailed inspection data
  • 1.1 Gather, and record inspection data and other relevant information and confirm as valid and authentic.
  • 1.2 Analyse and interpret information to assist in the identification of issue/s.
  • 1.3 Handle information legally and ethically.
2. Undertake technical research
  • 2.1 Identify and access standards and specifications related to the issues.
  • 2.2 Undertake research on all the information gathered during detailed vehicle inspections.
  • 2.3 Seek advice to clarify any unclear findings.
  • 2.4 Report and present research findings in language, style and format to suit the intended audience.
  • 2.5 Provide supporting information and explanations as required by the requesting party.
3. Form and provide opinions
  • 3.1 Identify and evaluate options related to the provision of advice.
  • 3.2 Form and document an opinion that is logical, reasoned and defensible.
  • 3.3 Offer opinions on actions to be taken in response when required.
  • 3.4 Provide a comprehensive report supporting opinions reached, to meet requesting agency requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE694 PSPTRAN504 Provide vehicle technical advice Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZZ1 PSP40716 Certificate IV in Heavy Vehicle Road Compliance Qualification