Description
On completion of the course delegates will be able to Understand:
The importance of road safety and operator licensing of the safe loading of vehicles.
The potential consequences of unsecured load to themselves/vehicle and other road users.
The forces acting on a goods vehicle and it's load, state the requirements for restraining loads to
counter these forces.
Identify how to secure various types of load and types of restraint equipment.
The need to conduct a risk assessment and safety considerations for crew.
The right method of securing loads using various devices.
How to measure the height of vehicles and change the in-cab display.
Height restrictions, maximum weights.
Understand consequences of overloading and the powers of enforcement agencies.
Subject Areas
- Health, Safety & Emergencies
- Legislation for Carriage of Goods
- Loading/Unloading
- Professional Driver & Company Issues