Division 1 Tasks and activities of the supervising bodies

Supervising bodies shall perform at least the following tasks:

1. (a)

   Supervision of testing centres:

   • checking whether the minimum requirements for premises and test equipment are met;

   • verifying the mandatory requirements of the authorised entity;

2. (b)

   Verifying training and examination of inspectors:

   • verifying the initial training of inspectors;

   • verifying the periodic refresher training of inspectors;

   • periodic refresher training of supervising body examiners;

   • conducting or supervising examinations.

3. (c)

   Auditing:

   • pre-audit of testing centres prior to authorisation;

   • periodic re-audit of testing centres;

   • special audit in the case of irregularities;

   • audit of training/examination centres.

4. (d)

   Monitoring, using measures such as the following:

   • re-testing of a statistically valid proportion of tested vehicles;

   • ‘mystery shopper’ checks (use of defective vehicle optional);

   • analysis of results of roadworthiness tests (statistical methods);

   • appeal tests;

   • investigation of complaints.

5. (e)

   Validation of measurement results of roadworthiness tests.

6. (f)

   Proposing the withdrawal or suspension of authorisation of testing centres and/or of inspectors:

   • where the centre or inspector concerned does not fulfil a significant authorisation requirement;

   • where major irregularities are detected;

   • where there are continued negative audit results;

   • where there is a loss of good repute on the part of the centre or inspector in question.