This course provides essential knowledge and insights into safe heavy vehicle (HV) driving behaviours based on the Victorian Bus and Truck Drivers Handbook. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of road safety, fatigue management, load security, and defensive driving techniques, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
Course Purpose:
- Equip heavy vehicle drivers with the necessary skills and knowledge to operate safely and responsibly.
- Reduce the risk of accidents, rollovers, and fatigue-related incidents.
- Promote compliance with Victorian road laws and heavy vehicle regulations.
- Improve awareness of hazard management and emergency response on the road.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and apply safe driving techniques for heavy vehicles.
- Understand and follow fatigue management requirements.
- Demonstrate correct load restraint and security procedures.
- Recognize potential hazards and risk factors on the road.
- Apply emergency response protocols in the event of a crash or mechanical failure.
- Ensure compliance with Victoria’s heavy vehicle road safety laws.
Who Is This Course For?
- Heavy vehicle drivers (truck and bus operators).
- Logistics and transport industry professionals.
- Fleet managers and supervisors.
- New entrants to the heavy vehicle driving industry who want to develop safety skills.
- Anyone responsible for workplace road safety and compliance.
Assessment & Certification
- Participants will complete a competency assessment quiz consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the Victorian Bus and Truck Drivers Handbook.
- A Certificate of Completion will be awarded upon successful completion of the quiz.
This course is highly recommended for all heavy vehicle drivers, fleet managers, and transport industry professionals looking to enhance their road safety knowledge, compliance, and risk management skills. It is particularly beneficial for those seeking to improve driving efficiency, reduce accidents, and ensure adherence to Victorian heavy vehicle regulations.
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