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Intercept and inspect vehicles
Intercept and inspect vehicles
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPTRAN406
PSPTRAN406
State Code
WE686
WE686
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/07/2014
Field of Education
091101 - Justice Administration
Original Release Date
04/07/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to intercept and inspect vehicles for roadworthiness to determine the significance of any vehicle defects relative to the safety risk they present on the road. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Check and use compliance equipment
- 1.1 Equipment is checked in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturers’ specifications.
- 1.2. Equipment is accurately calibrated to meet legal requirements.
- 1.3. Equipment is operated in accordance with standards and procedures.
2 Intercept vehicles
- 2.1. Interceptions and procedures are planned with co workers to ensure compliance with legislation, codes of practice, organisational procedures and standards.
- 2.2. Safe locations are selected for each interception in accordance with organisational policy and workplace health and safety requirements.
- 2.3. Clear and meaningful signals are given to drivers of target vehicles to stop their vehicles in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
- 2.4. Agency policy requirements for intercepting vehicles are complied with.
- 2.5. Occupational health and safety requirements are followed to prevent injury or damage.
3 Verify identity of drivers and/or responsible operators
- 3.1. Drivers and/or responsible operators are requested to identify themselves.
- 3.2. Details of identification are recorded in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures.
- 3.3. Details of drivers and/or responsible operators are verified with relevant authorities as per organisational procedures
4 Inspect vehicles for roadworthiness
- 4.1. Inspections are undertaken in accordance with organisational procedures.
- 4.2. Communication is maintained with relevant personnel to ensure safe, efficient and complete inspections.
- 4.3. Inspections are conducted using safety and protective equipment in accordance with operational safety requirements.
- 4.4. Contingency management processes are implemented for any unplanned events in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
5 Act on vehicle non-compliance
- 5.1. Vehicle defects are identified and recorded in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
- 5.2. Detected vehicle defects are categorised and action taken in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
- 5.3. Necessary records/paperwork are completed in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Equipment may include:
speed detection equipment
measuring equipment
Locations may include
roadside locations:
urban
regional
high volume city locations
operator’s premises
interception sites
checking stations
vehicle inspection centres
Inspections may be:
undertaken on all types of vehicles
carried out alone or in conjunction with other personnel
undertaken in full range of diverse conditions
on loaded or unloaded vehicles
conducted with reference to Administrative Guide for Assessment of Defective Vehicles
to cover items of roadworthiness
Communication methods may include:
signage
line of sight signals
verbal
radio
telecommunications
Relevant personnel may include:
senior officers
authorised officers/other accredited officers/inspectors
relevant compliance managers
other operational personnel
vehicle driver
responsible driver
responsible operator
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
safety headwear
approved footwear
portable radios, if applicable
hand-held lamps or torches
safety devices
hearing protection
Contingency management processes may include:
verbal tactics to diffuse a situation
use of defensive tactics
strategic withdrawal
seeking assistance
calling police
Action may include:
immediate rectification of minor problems
caution/warning
infringement notices/sanctions/penalties
improvement notices
defect notices
supervisory orders
offence reports
prohibition notices
issuing directions (ie returning to statutory limits)
Records and documentation may be:
defect notice books
inspection reports
departmental requirements
repair order books
transport instructions
incident reports
safeworking forms or instructions
mechanical condition advice forms
National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) interception books
penalty infringement and notices
traffic infringement notices
transport journey documentation
formal cautions
Equipment may include:
speed detection equipment
measuring equipment
Locations may include
roadside locations:
urban
regional
high volume city locations
operator’s premises
interception sites
checking stations
vehicle inspection centres
Inspections may be:
undertaken on all types of vehicles
carried out alone or in conjunction with other personnel
undertaken in full range of diverse conditions
on loaded or unloaded vehicles
conducted with reference to Administrative Guide for Assessment of Defective Vehicles
to cover items of roadworthiness
Communication methods may include:
signage
line of sight signals
verbal
radio
telecommunications
Relevant personnel may include:
senior officers
authorised officers/other accredited officers/inspectors
relevant compliance managers
other operational personnel
vehicle driver
responsible driver
responsible operator
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
safety headwear
approved footwear
portable radios, if applicable
hand-held lamps or torches
safety devices
hearing protection
Contingency management processes may include:
verbal tactics to diffuse a situation
use of defensive tactics
strategic withdrawal
seeking assistance
calling police
Action may include:
immediate rectification of minor problems
caution/warning
infringement notices/sanctions/penalties
improvement notices
defect notices
supervisory orders
offence reports
prohibition notices
issuing directions (ie returning to statutory limits)
Records and documentation may be:
defect notice books
inspection reports
departmental requirements
repair order books
transport instructions
incident reports
safeworking forms or instructions
mechanical condition advice forms
National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) interception books
penalty infringement and notices
traffic infringement notices
transport journey documentation
formal cautions
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms consistency of performance in intercepting and inspecting vehicles.
This will include evidence of:
undertaking at least three actual or simulated vehicle interceptions and inspections on three separate occasions and with different vehicle configurations where one may be an unladen vehicle
using equipment under operational conditions
maintaining operational safety at all times
adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to the interception and inspection of vehicles
enforcing legislation within the limits of the officer’s authority
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to a real or simulated workplace environment that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered while intercepting and inspecting vehicles, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine.
Access is required to resources such as:
applicable legislation, policies and procedures
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of requirements for situations likely to be encountered
vehicles, equipment and materials generally present in an operational environment
personal protective equipment
Method of assessment
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit of competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
demonstration
observation
written or oral questions
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms consistency of performance in intercepting and inspecting vehicles.
This will include evidence of:
undertaking at least three actual or simulated vehicle interceptions and inspections on three separate occasions and with different vehicle configurations where one may be an unladen vehicle
using equipment under operational conditions
maintaining operational safety at all times
adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to the interception and inspection of vehicles
enforcing legislation within the limits of the officer’s authority
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to a real or simulated workplace environment that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered while intercepting and inspecting vehicles, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine.
Access is required to resources such as:
applicable legislation, policies and procedures
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of requirements for situations likely to be encountered
vehicles, equipment and materials generally present in an operational environment
personal protective equipment
Method of assessment
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit of competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
demonstration
observation
written or oral questions
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
No information
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J295 | PSP41812 | Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance) | Qualification |