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Course Title: Operate a Vehicle Combination
Course Code: OVC
Unit Standard ID: 123254
Unit Standard Title: Operate a vehicle combination
NQF Level: 4
Credits: 20
Duration: 5 Days
About the Programme
This training programme is designed for both novice and experienced learners who may be expected to operate a vehicle combination while performing their daily duties.
It is also useful for supervisors of vehicle operators who may be required to develop an understanding of safe and efficient operation of these vehicles.
The programme includes both theory and practical.
A one day refresher option for this programme is available on request.
Content
Module 1: Prepare a vehicle combination for a trip
- Introduction
- Preparation of a vehicle combination for a trip
- Know the vehicle
- Documentation of a pre-trip inspection
- Preliminary Tests
Module 2: Drive a vehicle combination
- Introduction to Defensive Driving
- K53 standard of driving
- Basic driving techniques
- Park, shut down and secure the vehicle combination
Module 3: Couple and uncouple the drawing vehicle and
trailers
- Introduction
- Coupling truck-tractor semi-trailers
- Uncoupling truck-truck semi-trailers
Module 4: Handle emergency situations
- Introduction
- Types of different emergency situations
- Incidents and Accidents
- Skidding
- Vehicle breakdowns and mechanical failure
- Vehicle Fire
- Basic First Aid Procedures
- Hi-jack Awareness
Module 5: Reflect on your vehicle and driver
performance
- Introduction
- Adjustment to different driving conditions
- Economical Driving
- Medical Conditions
- Alcohol, drugs and driving
- Fatigue
Module 6: Road Transport Service Quality
- Vehicle stability.
- Passenger comfort and maintaining freight quality
- Handling delays.