Micro-credential Description

This micro-credential explains how to inspect light trailers to ensure they meet minimum Queensland safety standards. It is relevant to an approved examiner undertaking light trailer inspections and completing safety certificates under the Approved Inspection Station (AIS) Scheme. From here onwards a light trailer will be referred to as a trailer.

The micro-credential aims to provide an understanding of, or reinforce, vehicle inspection requirements.

Topics Covered

• Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual (QLVIM) and its application for vehicle inspections
• How to identify the trailer, the vehicle classification, and the applicable Australian Design Rules (ADRs) for the trailer
• General inspection requirements for trailers and reasons for rejection when a vehicle is considered defective and must fail an inspection