Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)

Description

Reference current AIL legislative requirements
Describe requirements to Drive AIL vehicles
Identify STGO 2003 categories
Identify differences between STGO 2003 regulations v C&U 1986 regulations
different speed limits on various road types
Explain current codes of practice
Reference current code of practice documents

Explain STGO lighting & marking of the AIL
List types of AIL load securing equipment

2
List personal who maybe required to attended pre journey meetings
Describe methods of communication at such meetings
List typical content that would be discussed at a pre journey meeting

3
Demonstrate use of two way radios
Describe methods of communication that may be used
List types of communication equipment available

4
Contribute to a group route survey
Describe correct road position from various scenarios
List the roles when working in a AIL convoy
Define legal responsibility in respect of traffic signals during an escorted movement Describe dangers to VRU's around pinch points and turns

5
Describe factors that can impact on AIL movements
List the basic options available in the event of an emergency
Describe actions to take in the event of a breakdown of the AIL vehicle

6
Describe how to complete a post movement check on the AIL vehicle
List critical equipment that must be checked post AIL movement
Complete a sample group movement report


Subject Areas

  • Vulnerable Road Users
  • Loading/Unloading (LGV)
  • Legislation for Carriage of Goods
  • First Aid