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If you've ever lost goods off a heavy trailer, had freight damaged in transit or while tying it down, this course is for you.
New drivers: Everything you need to know about load restraint as you start your career as a truck driver
Experienced drivers: Gain new skills to improve your loading and understanding of transporting safe loads on the road
This course is based on the Truck Loading Code and industry best-practice. After taking this course, you will know how to:
You can print a certificate of achievement.
I found the Heavy Vehicle Load Security Course very engaging. Being online was so convenient and the commentary was clear and accurate. I recommend it to anyone considering a career in truck driving.
Charlotte Matehaere.
Study in your own time at your own pace, take the modules as many times as you need to and really get to know the information. You can access it on any computer, smartphone or tablet wherever there's an internet connection available.
You can assign managers to manage different groups of drivers, e.g. in different branches, regions or business units. They can download detailed reports, track and manage drivers, and download certificates on completion.
Is this course a unit standard course? This course can be used as pre-study for US1753 Load and unload a goods vehicle if you do additional training with TR Driver Training. Additional costs apply.
Where is the course held? The theory is completed online. If you want the optional unit standard then you will need to visit one of TR Driver Training's 12 branches nationwide.
How long is the course valid for? We recommend you repeat this course every 3 years to keep your skills up-to-date
Who produced the course? The course has been produced by TR Driver Training and DT Driver Training in collaboration with TR Group and various transport operators.
Set up and email/phone support are free whether you are purchasing one course licence or a hundred course licences.
DT Driver Training is New Zealand's largest provider of driver training.
Understanding the background and regulations relating to securing your load
Types of restraint and the options you can choose to keep your load secure. The following modules are optional and can be hidden by your manager if they are not relevant: Mezzanine floors, Freight symbols, Tarpaulins and tipper covers, Racks, cages ,gates and stanchions, ISO and tank containers, and Falls
Advice for the most common types of freight securement. All 3 modules are optional and can be hidden by your manager if they are not relevant