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Course Overview

Who Should Complete This Course

Course Structure

Learning Outcomes

Understand Vehicle Standards Requirements

Design Preventive Maintenance Systems

Conduct Pre-Start and Daily Inspections

Manage Vehicle Modifications

Demonstrate Maintenance Due Diligence

Core Modules

Module 1: Understanding Vehicle Standards and Roadworthiness Requirements

Heavy Vehicle National Law Vehicle Standards Provisions

Australian Design Rules and Heavy Vehicles

State and Territory Roadworthiness Requirements

Vehicle Standards for Different Vehicle Types

Relationship Between Vehicle Standards and CoR Compliance

Consequences of Vehicle Standards Non-Compliance

Module 2: Designing Preventive Maintenance Systems

Preventive Maintenance Principles

Manufacturer Maintenance Specifications

Operational Factors Affecting Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance Scheduling Systems

Maintenance Record-Keeping Systems

Using Maintenance Data for Optimisation

Module 3: Implementing Pre-Start and Daily Inspection Systems

Pre-Start Inspection Requirements and Purposes

What Should Be Inspected During Pre-Start Checks

Conducting Effective Pre-Start Inspections

Defect Reporting and Rectification Processes

Using Inspection Data to Identify Maintenance Needs

Module 4: Managing Vehicle Modifications and Special Vehicles

When Vehicle Modifications Require Approval

Common Vehicle Modifications and Compliance Implications

Modification Management Processes

Modifications That Create Compliance Risks

Special Vehicles: Vintage, Imported, and Modified Vehicles

Module 5: Demonstrating Maintenance Due Diligence and Responding to Defects

Maintenance Records as Due Diligence Evidence

Maintenance System Elements That Provide Due Diligence

Responding to Defect Notices

Responding to Improvement Notices

Using Maintenance Systems Defensively

Continuous Improvement of Maintenance Systems

Quiz Modules

Knowledge Check: Module 1

Knowledge Check: Module 2

Knowledge Check: Module 3

Knowledge Check: Module 4

Knowledge Check: Module 5

Final Assessment and Resources

Final Assessment: Vehicle Maintenance and Standards Compliance

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Survey Modules

Course Overview Survey

Vehicle Standards Understanding Survey

Preventive Maintenance System Survey

Inspection and Defect Management Survey

Course Effectiveness and Continuous Improvement Survey

Vehicle Standards Compliance and Preventive Maintenance Management is a practical, industry-aligned course designed for transport operators, fleet managers, mechanics, and compliance professionals who must keep vehicles roadworthy, safe, and legal. You’ll learn how Australian Design Rules (ADR), Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) vehicle standards, and state/territory roadworthiness requirements translate into day-to-day operations—then build a preventive maintenance system that proves due diligence. Through five core modules, you’ll connect vehicle standards to Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations, set evidence-based service intervals, implement robust pre-start and daily inspections, and manage vehicle modifications without compromising compliance. The course blends policy with practice: defect reporting and rectification workflows, maintenance scheduling and record-keeping, and data-driven optimization that reduces downtime and cost. You’ll also cover high-risk areas such as brake systems, steering, lights, tyres, load restraint interfaces, and the compliance pitfalls that come with common modifications. By the end, you’ll have the frameworks, templates, and checklists to operationalize standards, respond effectively to defect and improvement notices, and continuously improve your maintenance program. Whether you manage a mixed fleet, run a workshop, or oversee compliance, this course equips you to lift safety performance, minimize regulatory risk, and keep vehicles on the road—roadworthy and audit-ready.

Course 7: Vehicle Standards Compliance and Preventive Maintenance Management

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            <p>Ensuring the roadworthiness of heavy vehicles is a critical component of the Chain of Responsibility (CoR) framework and a fundamental requirement for operational safety. This course provides the technical engineering knowledge and management strategies required to oversee vehicle standards and preventive maintenance effectively. Participants will examine the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) provisions alongside Australian Design Rules (ADR) to establish a comprehensive understanding of the legal and safety benchmarks applicable to various vehicle configurations. By advancing beyond foundational compliance, this training equips fleet managers, maintenance supervisors, and owner-drivers with the expertise to identify non-compliance risks and mitigate the severe legal and safety consequences associated with failing to meet state and territory roadworthiness requirements.</p>

<p>Beyond the theoretical application of standards, the curriculum focuses on the practical design and implementation of robust preventive maintenance systems tailored to specific operational demands. It details the essential protocols for pre-start and daily inspections, defect reporting, and the rigorous rectification processes necessary to maintain fleet integrity. Furthermore, the course addresses the complexities of managing vehicle modifications and special vehicles, ensuring that any alterations are properly approved and remain compliant with national standards. Ultimately, this training enables operators to demonstrate maintenance due diligence through meticulous record-keeping and continuous system optimization, providing a robust defensive position against legal liabilities while enhancing the long-term reliability of the fleet.</p>
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