Description
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the Importance of Driver and Vehicle Security
Identify the risks of theft, hijacking, and other crimes and learn methods to safeguard vehicles and cargo during transit and when parked.
Protect Against Opportunistic and Organized Crime
Develop strategies to secure vehicles and loads against criminal activity, both in transit and while stationary.
Apply Safe Loading Procedures
Demonstrate the ability to secure various types of loads using appropriate restraints, chains, and tension bars according to the load’s characteristics and legal requirements.
Recognize Penalties for Improper Load Securing
Understand the legal and financial implications for both drivers and companies when failing to secure a load properly.
Identify and Manage Load-Specific Characteristics
Learn how different loads behave during transit, how to perform additional checks to ensure stability, and how to make minor adjustments to prevent major incidents.
Prevent Rollovers and Accidents
Analyze the causes of rollovers and other accidents, and adopt best practices to mitigate risks during driving and cornering.
Ensure Safe Unloading Procedures
Evaluate the suitability and maintenance of safety equipment, including tail lifts, ensuring compliance with PUWER and LOLER regulations.
Understand the Impact of Poor Work Systems
Recognize how unsafe practices and neglect of safety standards can lead to significant safety incidents and take proactive measures to maintain operational safety.
Course Overview
This course is designed to provide drivers with a comprehensive understanding of vehicle security, safe loading practices, and the importance of maintaining safe work systems. By emphasizing the practical application of these principles, the course ensures drivers are well-prepared to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements while minimizing risks to themselves, their vehicles, and other road users.
Subject Areas
- Health, Safety & Emergencies
- Industry Enviro. Carriage of Dangerous Goo
- Industry Environment
- Legislation for Carriage of Goods
- Loading/Unloading
- Personal Health & Wellbeing
- Physical/Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Professional Driver & Company Issues
- Vehicle Systems (Safety)
- Vulnerable Road Users