 Course Content

Course Content / Units of Competency

Complete pre-operational inspection and documentation
Prepare the vehicle for the daily task
Safety Checks / Cabin Drill,
Prepare and complete pre-departure documentation
State/Territory Traffic Act and Regulations,
Duty of care, truck/bus
Practical Driving,
Braking and Emergency Braking,
Securing Loads, truck
Driver Attitudes and Behaviours,
Fatigue Management
Relevant work health and safety (WHS)
Route Navigation, and
Defensive Driving

 Pre-Requisites

• All students must have held an unrestricted “C” Class license for at least two years and have your State / Territory Regulator approval.

The required knowledge for this unit is:

The required knowledge for this unit is: Relevant road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements of the relevant state/territory road traffic authority,
Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations,
Medium rigid vehicle controls, instruments and indicators and their use
Medium rigid vehicle handling procedures,
Driving hazards and related defensive driving techniques,
Procedures to be followed in the event of a driving emergency,
Engine power management and safe driving strategies,
Efficient driving techniques,
Pre-operational checks carried out on vehicle and related action,
Differences between transmission types, Map reading and road navigation techniques including the use of a GPS device where applicable,
Factors which may cause traffic delays and diversions and related action that can be taken by a driver,
Workplace driving and operational instructions,
Principles of stress management when driving a vehicle,
Causes and effects of fatigue on drivers,
Factors which increase fatigue-related accidents,
Fatigue management strategies including on-road techniques, and
Lifestyles which promote the effective long-term management of fatigue.

The required skills for this unit are:

Communicate effectively with others when driving a commercial medium rigid vehicle, Carry out pre-operational for the vehicle in the course of work activities.

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the driving of a commercial medium rigid vehicle.

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work,
Complete documentation related to the driving of a commercial medium rigid vehicle,
Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol,
Work collaboratively with others when driving a commercial medium rigid vehicle,
Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events when driving a commercial medium rigid vehicle, Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when driving a commercial medium rigid vehicle

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule,
Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques,
Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures,
Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards,
Monitor and anticipate traffic hazards and take appropriate action, and
Carry out pre-operational of the vehicle in the course of work activities.

 Dates, Duration & Fees

• Courses are scheduled with you in mind
• Your course theory material must be completed prior to you attending the practical driving. Main Course Duration: 1 to 2 Days.
• Course cost: $1,190.00