Trailer Towing Familiarization Course - Half Day

Description

This program is designed for novice or experienced drivers who may be called upon to tow small or medium sized trailers (Including tandem trailers), with passenger vehicles as part of their employment.

Typically, this program is delivered on site. Because the program is of about 4.5 hours duration, two courses can be delivered on any one day.

CDTA can supply a vehicle & trailer if required for an additional fee. .

Aims

The program is a combination of both classroom and practical learning. Up to 4 participants will learn;

• How to check that the trailer & vehicle are a safe and legal combination
• How to prepare the ‘rig' for a journey
• How to hitch & unhitch
• How to secure a load with considering weight distribution
• How to conduct a mid journey safety check
• Driving techniques to optimise safety
• How to reverse a trailer (basic skill set)

Certification

A Certificate of Completion is issued after the training.

This program will help drivers know what to do before & while towing a trailer, and how to think in ways that promote cautious behaviour.

More detailed information is available on request. Contact a consultant for a course program and pricing information.