Description
IDENTIFY the dangers of Driver Fatigue, Its Causes And Remedies.
EXPLAIN EU Law and Drivers Hours Rules for EU, Domestic and Working Time.
DISCUSS common errors, infringements and associated fines/penalties.
DEBATE issues concerning Vehicle checks applicable to those drivers attending.
EXAMINE the use of tachographs; the scope of legislation, exemptions and best practice
TEST the use of tachographs, the rules and best practice.
CLASSIFY the enforcement of regulations and the powers of enforcement agencies.
Explain Driver’s Walkaround Checks.
Explain the legal requirements for Tyres, Lights and Spray Suppression.
Explanation of various lubricants used in vehicles and how to check their levels.
Explanation of exhaust systems and air brake operation.
Trailer connections as applicable to bus and truck including safe coupling and uncoupling procedures, inspection of couplings and chains/locks/pins etc where applicable.
Mirror Inspection, adjustment and replacement including technical standards as required by law. Includes demonstration on a vehicle.
Steering Systems explained. Includes explanation and discussion on common faults and identifying problems during a driver’s day.
Vehicle Interior Inspection – health and safety considerations, fault finding, general maintenance and company image requirements.
Discuss penalties for drivers and operators and enforcement powers of inspecting officers
Subject Areas
- Vehicle Systems (Transmission)
- Vehicle Systems (Safety)
- Loading/Unloading (LGV)
- Legislation (Hours/WTD/Regs)
- Legislation for Carriage of Goods
- Legislation for Carriage of Passengers
- Health, Safety & Emergencies
- Personal Health & Wellbeing
- Physical/Mental Health & Wellbeing