The question seeks information on the Department of Transport's oversight of truck driver training and English language proficiency requirements. The answer confirms audit processes and the requirement for English in assessments.

AnsweredQoN 1135Legislative Assembly
Asked
20 June 2024
Portfolio
Minister assisting the Minister for Transport

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(1) Does the Department of Transport have an audit system in place to ensure registered training organisations (RTOs) training truck drivers are up to standard? (2) Is there an English language test associated with truck driver licences in WA?

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Answered
6 August 2024
Responded by
Minister for Minister assisting the Minister for Transport
Response time
1 days
(1)    The Department of Transport (DoT) audits heavy vehicle practical driving assessments conducted by contracted RTO agents. An assessment is able to be observed live or is automatically stored for targeted or general audit activity.
Physical (on-site) and targeted auditing are also undertaken.
DoT has a specific business unit with heavy vehicle subject matter experts who conduct the audits.
(2)    All assessments, including theory and practical, must be conducted in English.

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