Basic Trailer Handling & Towing a Trailer on the Road

Basic Trailer Handling & Towing a Trailer on the Road.
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Who should enrol
Drivers who passed a car test on or after 1st January 1997 are required to pass an additional driving test in order to gain entitlement to category B + E and all larger vehicles (category B + E - vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes MAM towing trailers over 750kg MAM (Maximum Authorised Mass).

Content Summary
Summary of basic trailer handling
The Trailer Test schedule
Driver standards
Vehicle / trailer checks
On-road practice
Feedback of individual performance, any further training or practice requirements prior to taking the test

Assessment
No formal assessment - but there are standards to be met

Course Material
Manufacturers handbook & maintenance manuals as applicable, HSE guidelines

Duration
One & a Half Days

Type
Classroom & practical work

Certificate
Lynher Training certificate of attendance

Validity
Validated by passing the DVLA - B + E test (separately)

Pre-requisites
All trainees must be at least 17 years of age, hold a full driving licence and be in good health. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions.

Some experience is preferable and a full driving licence is essential.

More Info
What should I bring to the course?
Steel toe-capped boots or shoes, gloves, non-snag work clothes, "Hi-Vis" Jacket. And wet weather gear. It is essential to bring your driving license on the day.

DVLA website information sheet - INF30