Lesson 1Pre-departure telematics and systems checks: tachograph calibration status, fleet telematics login, ADAS/camera/function checks, cab comfort and safety items (fire extinguisher, PPE)You will learn how to do pre-departure checks on tachographs, telematics, and driver aids, including calibration status, driver login, ADAS and camera function tests, plus cab comfort, PPE, fire extinguisher, and emergency equipment.
Confirming tachograph calibration and timeDownloading and inserting driver cardsLogging into fleet telematics systemsChecking ADAS, cameras and proximity sensorsInspecting fire extinguisher and first aid kitVerifying PPE and in-cab emergency itemsLesson 2Mandatory walkaround inspection: tyres, rims, lights, reflectors, underbody, suspension, exhaust, and fluid leaksThis section details the mandatory HGV walkaround inspection, focusing on tyres, wheels, lights, reflectors, bodywork, underbody, suspension, exhaust, and fluid leaks, plus defect reporting, rectification, and record-keeping duties.
Tyre tread, pressure and sidewall conditionWheel rims, nuts and security indicatorsLights, indicators and reflectors checkBodywork, underbody and chassis inspectionSuspension, exhaust and fluid leak checksRecording and reporting vehicle defectsLesson 3Trailer coupling and decoupling checks: fifth wheel condition, locking, air and electrical lines, landing gearHere you will learn safe coupling and uncoupling of semi-trailers, including fifth wheel inspection, kingpin engagement, visual and tug checks, air and electrical line connections, landing gear use, and preventing trailer roll-away.
Inspecting fifth wheel, kingpin and mountingCorrect trailer height and alignmentLocking jaws, safety latch and tug testConnecting air, electrical and EBS linesRaising and lowering landing legs safelyFinal coupled trailer walkaround checkLesson 4Handling limited quantities of hazardous goods: packaging, labeling, segregation, emergency information and compliance checksThis section explains handling limited quantities of hazardous goods, including packaging checks, labeling and marking, segregation rules, documentation, emergency information, PPE, spill response, and staying compliant with ADR exemptions.
Identifying limited quantity and ADR classesChecking packaging integrity and closuresVerifying labels, marks and placardsSegregation of incompatible dangerous goodsCarrying transport and emergency documentsPPE, spill kits and emergency proceduresLesson 5Load security for mixed freight: pallet lashing, use of straps, dunnage, load distribution and axle weight awarenessThis section explains how to secure mixed freight safely, using pallets, straps, chains, and dunnage. It covers load distribution, center of gravity, axle weights, blocking and bracing, and compliance with EN 12195 and operator policies.
Assessing load type and securing methodUsing pallets, straps, chains and edge protectorsApplying dunnage, blocking and bracingPlanning load distribution and center of gravityChecking axle weights and legal limitsFinal load security walkaround checksLesson 6Paperwork and digital documents: CMR, waybills, dangerous goods declarations, vehicle papers, driver licence, CPC and digital tachograph cardsThis section covers essential transport paperwork and digital records, including CMR, waybills, ADR declarations, vehicle and trailer documents, driver qualifications, and tachograph cards, plus how to verify validity and availability.
Checking CMR notes and waybills for accuracyVerifying ADR and dangerous goods declarationsConfirming vehicle and trailer registration papersChecking driver license and CPC validityInspecting digital and analogue tachograph cardsLesson 7Brake system inspection: air system pressure, reservoirs, audible checks, slack adjusters, ABS and EBS functional checksHere you will review how to inspect HGV air brake systems before departure, including pressure build-up, leak checks, warning devices, reservoirs, slack adjusters, and functional checks of ABS and EBS on both tractor and trailer.
Pre-trip air pressure and leak checksReservoir draining and moisture controlTesting low pressure warning devicesChecking slack adjusters and pushrod travelABS and EBS warning light verificationTrailer brake performance and balance
