The aim of this training course is to ensure that delegates:
Understand their responsibilities as a professional driver.
Understand the basic principles of loads and load security.
To ensure drivers have:
A better understanding of their responsibilities and work towards being a professional driver.
The knowledge required to load and secure their vehicle therefore enhancing road safety.
This course is suitable for large goods vehicle drivers and light commercial vehicle drivers
Content – Individual Performance Loads
Operations – Different types of transport operations for the carriage of goods.
Characteristics of the Vehicle.
Vehicle Loading and Vehicle Security.
Accident Avoidance.
Lifestyle – How a driver’s lifestyle can impact his/her ability to work professionally.
Balance.
Content – Fire Safety Awareness
How Fires are Caused and the associated Cost of Fires.
Duties of Employers and Employees.
Fire Warden, Fire Detection and Raising the Alarm.
Fire Risk Assessment and the Fire Triangle.
Controlling Fire Hazards.
Understanding Fire and Safe Use of Fire Fighting Equipment
When completing this module in conjunction, delegates will receive a certificate of attendance and have seven hours Periodic CPC training uploaded on the DVSA Recording and Evidencing database.
There is no pass/fail element to this course.