PSPTRP004 — Conduct detailed vehicle inspections

1 Prepare for detailed inspections

• 1.1Identify types of inspections.
• 1.2Assess sites with regard to personal safety and the safety of others.
• 1.3Identify and confirm scope and detailed requirements of each inspection with relevant personnel.
• 1.4Check and confirm as operational materials and equipment required to conduct inspections.
• 1.5Access and interpret information from relevant sources to enable inspections.

2 Conduct detailed inspections

• 2.1Access and review motor vehicle documentation to establish key information on the vehicles under inspection.
• 2.2Verify vehicle identity for each vehicle inspected.
• 2.3Carry out vehicle inspections using approved methods and equipment, taking into consideration the specifications and tolerances relative to each vehicle.
• 2.4Identify, examine, measure and test vehicle structure and components as necessary.
• 2.5Observe work health and safety legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures during the inspection.
• 2.6Identify and record vehicle non-compliances.

3 Determine correct vehicle dimensions and/or configurations

• 3.1Reference guidelines as necessary for comparison with inspection findings.
• 3.2Interpret information and follow procedures.

4 Record and review inspection findings

• 4.1Obtain, complete and keep required documentation and evidence.
• 4.2Conduct, consultations with stakeholders to verify accuracy and validity of findings as required.
• 4.3Assess findings for non-compliance.

5 Report and act on findings

• 5.1Report inspection findings to relevant person/s.
• 5.2Provide supporting information and explanations as required.
• 5.3Prepare and file documentation and records.
• 5.4Identify, report and act on issues arising from inspections which require further action.

What does an assessment tool for PSPTRP004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PSPTRP004 needs to address all 40 unit components: 5 elements with 20 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 8 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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