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Course Title: Operate a Rigid Light Vehicle


Course Code: RLV

Unit Standard ID: 123258
Unit Standard Title: Operate a rigid light vehicle
NQF Level: 3
Credits: 10
Duration: 5 Days

About the programme

This training programme is designed for both novice and experienced learners who may be expected to operate a rigid light vehicle 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:  Legislation
  1. Introduction
  2. Road Signs
  3. Demerit System
  4. Rules of the Road
Module 2:  Prepare a rigid light vehicle for a trip
  1. Introduction
  2. Preparation of a rigid light vehicle for a trip.
  3. Know the vehicle.
  4. Documentation of a pre-trip inspection.
  5. Preliminary Tests
Module 3:  Drive a rigid light vehicle
  1. Introduction to Defensive Driving.
  2. K53 standard of driving.
  3. Basic driving techniques
  4. Park, shut down and secure the rigid light vehicle.
Module 4:  Handle emergency situations
  1. Introduction.
  2. Types of different emergency situations.
  3. Incidents and Accidents.
  4. Skidding.
  5. Vehicle breakdowns and mechanical failure.
  6. Vehicle Fire.
  7. Basic First Aid Procedures.
  8. Hi-jack Awareness.
Module 5:  Reflect on your vehicle and driver performance
  1. Introduction.
  2. Adjustment to different driving conditions.
  3. Economical Driving.
  4. Medical Conditions.
  5. Alcohol, drugs and driving.
  6. Fatigue.
Module 6:  Road Transport Service Quality
  1. Vehicle stability.
  2. Passenger comfort and maintaining freight quality.
  3. Handling delays.