Thorough Examiner Training

Course Modules

Module 1: Course Introduction

Introduction to ALLMI, its history and objectives. An overview of the course modules, aims and objectives, as well as the assessments to be undertaken.

Module 2: Legislation

Legislation affecting lorry loaders, with emphasis on the role of the Thorough Examiner. The Standards that provide guidance on how to comply with the law.

Module 3: Safety Considerations

Key safety principles when preparing for, and carrying out, thorough examination and testing.

Module 4: Documentation

Documents that should be checked prior to carrying out thorough examination and testing.

Module 5: Thorough Examination - Visual Inspection

Visual inspection as part of a thorough examination.

Module 6: Thorough Examination - Function Check

Checking the function of relevant items as part of a thorough examination.

Module 7: Calibration Check

How to calculate the test weight for, and undertake, a Calibration Check.

Module 8: Overload Test

How to calculate the test weight for, and undertake, an Overload Test.

Module 9: Stability Test

How to calculate the test weight for, and undertake, a Stability Test.

Module 10: Dynamic Test

How to calculate the test weight for, and undertake, a Dynamic Test.

Module 11: Post Test Thorough Examination

Checks to make as the thorough examination progresses and once testing has been completed.

Module 12: Signing Off

Completion of the Report of Thorough Examination and testing documentation, and how to report and record defects.

Module 13: Practical Session

Taking what has been learnt in the theory modules and applying it to practical scenarios.

Module 14: Assessments

Delivery of the assessments, both theoretical and practical.

Module 15: Final Administration & Candidate Feedback

Preparing course paperwork for submission to ALLMI and an opportunity for candidates to provide feedback on different elements of the course.