COMMERCIAL VEHICLE TRAINING
Roadworthiness & Categorisation of Defects Training
About This Course
Our defect categorisation training course develops the knowledge and confidence required to identify, assess and correctly categorise vehicle defects in line with roadworthiness requirements.
The course provides a practical understanding of how to identify, assess and correctly categorise defects, helping delegates make consistent and defensible decisions during vehicle inspections.
Delegates will develop their knowledge of roadworthiness requirements, relevant legislation and industry standards, defect identification and assessment, and accurate defect reporting.
The course is particularly relevant to technicians, vehicle inspectors, supervisors and compliance personnel who need to confidently apply defect categorisation in a working environment.
Who is this for?
This course is ideal for:
- Vehicle inspectors and technicians
- Workshop supervisors and managers
- Fleet maintenance personnel
- Compliance and quality personnel responsible for vehicle roadworthiness
Delivered by Industry Experts
Our commercial vehicle training is delivered by experienced industry professionals with extensive backgrounds in vehicle inspection, roadworthiness, compliance and commercial vehicle operations.
Training is practical, relevant and grounded in real-world workshop experience, helping delegates understand not only how to carry out effective vehicle inspections, but why consistent inspection standards are so important.
Price on Application + VAT per candidate
This Course:
- Location : Onsite/Online
- Duration : 1 day
- Language : English
Meet your Course Tutors
Shaun
How To Book
Booking with Pro-Tech is simple. Just give us a call on 01283 734427 or fill out the enquiry form here. We’ll talk you through your options, find a date that works, and get you all set. No hassle, just expert training—done right.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for personnel responsible for assessing vehicle condition, roadworthiness and defects as part of their role.
It is particularly suitable for those who need a clearer understanding of how defects should be identified, assessed and categorised to support consistent roadworthiness decisions.
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Vehicle Inspectors & Technicians
For personnel carrying out vehicle inspections and assessing defects against roadworthiness requirements. -
Workshop Supervisors & Managers
For those responsible for overseeing inspection standards, maintenance decisions and vehicle roadworthiness. -
Fleet, Compliance & Quality Personnel
Ideal for those responsible for monitoring inspection quality, defect reporting and roadworthiness compliance.
Understanding the Categorisation of Defects
The DVSA Categorisation of Vehicle Defects provides guidance for assessing defects identified during vehicle inspections and roadside checks. It helps inspectors understand the severity of a defect and the action that may be required when a vehicle does not meet roadworthiness standards.
For technicians and vehicle inspectors, this means looking beyond simply identifying a fault. The nature and severity of the defect, its effect on vehicle safety and the appropriate action all need to be considered.
Our defect categorisation training helps delegates understand these principles and apply them consistently when inspecting vehicles, recording defects and making roadworthiness decisions.
Course Content Overview
This defect categorisation training course provides practical guidance on assessing vehicle condition and making consistent roadworthiness decisions.
Delegates will learn how to identify and assess defects, understand their significance and apply the appropriate defect category using current roadworthiness guidance.
What You’ll Learn:
- Principles of vehicle roadworthiness
- Legal requirements and industry standards
- Identifying and assessing vehicle defects
- Applying defect categories correctly
- Understanding the significance of defects
- Recording and reporting defects accurately
- Making consistent and defensible roadworthiness decisions
- Using DVSA inspection and defect categorisation guidance
This course is supported by current DVSA guidance and inspection standards. Delegates should be familiar with the following key publications:
Continue Your Development
Roadworthiness and defect categorisation training provides a strong foundation for personnel involved in vehicle inspection, maintenance and compliance.
Develop Your Commercial Vehicle Inspection Skills
For technicians looking to develop their inspection skills further, Pro-Tech offers specialist commercial vehicle training and accreditation covering HGV, PSV and Trailer inspection. Our training supports technicians at different stages of their development, from building practical inspection knowledge through to demonstrating competence through nationally recognised IRTEC accreditation.