PIP Assessment

Some questions I would like to know about an assessment for PIP.

Can I ask to see the qualifications of the assessor ?
Am I allowed to record the assessment or is the person with me allowed to write down questions asked and my answers ?
Are we allowed to ask for a copy of the written assessment when completed?
How long do you on average wait for a decision ?
Does motability allow an extension on a car while you wait for a decision if you cannot get to work without it?

These are questions that came to mind and not sure where to find the answers.
Many thanks Sue

Hi SuzyB

Brief answers to your questions;

You can't ask to see the qualifications of the assessor.
You can request to record your interview but you have to have a double recording device (in other words, both you and the assessor need to have a copy. You would have to check whether one would be available or whether you have to take your own device.
You can't ask for an immediate copy of your assessment. You can request one at a later date, when the DWP have seen the report..
I think at the present time there is something like a four-eight week wait to find out the outcome of your assessment. It may be more or less depending on the volume of assessments being carried out.
If you lose your mobility award, you lose the car - I don't think there is an extension time. What there is is a grant from motability which should enable you to get another car in place of the mobility car.

Sorry if these are not very encouraging answers; the whole situation isn't very encouraging at the minute. All I can say is good luck, and I hope you get the result you want from your assessment.

In addition to Shelam's excellent reply, I would like to clarify the situation re recording of PIP assessments.

The assessment provider does not provide recording devices, it is down to the claimant to provide the equipment if they wish to record the assessment. This must allow for 2 consecutive recordings and the assessor must be given one copy at the end of the interview. Some of our members have used 2 cassette recorders with some success but you should make sure there is capacity to record for up to 90 minutes (although we have heard of assessments taking longer than this, it is quite uncommon).

You must request permission to record in advance as not all assessors will agree to this.

It is not illegal to undertake covert (secret) recording but, if you choose to do this, you must be careful that this is not discovered as this would most likely result in your file being returned to DWP and your claim closed.

Your DLA will remain in payment for 4 weeks after the PIP decision is made, no matter what that decision is.

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