The purpose of learning is to ensure safe, professional operation of rigid (no articulation points) heavy vehicles with a gross vehicle mass exceeding 3.5 tons. Learners can drive a specific type of rigid heavy vehicle in accordance with legal, safety, manufacturer and other relevant requirements and reflect on the manner in which the vehicle is operated. Drivers are able to preserve vehicles as assets, drive safely and defensively, and contribute significantly to the economy by transporting goods and/or passengers.

Topics covered: 

• Preparing a rigid light vehicle for road transport trips according to specification. 
• Driving a rigid light vehicle in accordance with specified requirements. 
• Ensuring the maintenance of road transport service quality. 
• Handling unexpected situations according to specified procedures. 
• Reflecting on vehicle performance and own operation of vehicle against requirements. 
• Parking rigid light vehicle in accordance with specified requirements