Objective

Professional drivers are required to partake in ongoing training to keep standards high and improve safety on the road. Every 5 years, you are required to complete 35 hours of this refresher training, or 7 hours per year.

This module introduces drivers to the legal requirements of and responsibilities for safe loading of vehicles and looks at the role of enforcement agencies including the Police and VOSA and local authorities.

Loading limits are explained and include where to get information e.g. plating, vehicle guides, company policy and tyre rating.

Loading is discussed in the context of vehicle handling and fuel efficiency.

Who should attend?

Suitable for all drivers undergoing Driver CPC.

This course would suit :

• Van Drivers
• Truck Drivers
• Coach Drivers
• Taxi Drivers

Duration

3.5 Hour Training Course

Location

First-2-Aid-U Training Suite, Glasgow (Convenient free parking available).
On site instruction available by request.

Course Content

• Loading Techniques
• Use Of Equipment
• Basic Manual Handling
• Securing Loads
• Fuel Weight And Weight Distributions
• Use Of Trailers
• Roof Mounting Trailers
• Vehicle Handling

Certification

The session concludes with a knowledge check quiz.

Includes certification for 3.5 hours towards CPC Requirements

Numbers

A maximum of 15 students can be accommodated on this course.