Roadworthiness & Categorisation of Defects Awareness two day course is designed to increase the skills and knowledge of vehicle inspection technicians, workshop supervisors and engineering managers to allow them to make informed decisions on defects that are identified within the maintenance process.This course is based upon the DVSA Categorisation of Defects ManualCovering both Road Haulage (HGV)& Passenger Transport (PSV)Working through the manual the candidate will obtain an understanding of:
- Brief overview of operator licensing
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and enforcement
- Understanding Prohibitions
- Categorisation of defects – immediate, delayed and inspection notice defects
- Decision making on vehicle serviceability
- Operator Compliance Risk Score (OCRS)
- Fixed Graduated Penalties
- The Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness
