The LGV Learner Driver's Guide


Book Description

Obtaining a driving licence is now more complex and demanding than ever before. With higher standards for each of the theory, hazard perception and practical tests, candidates will need as much information and guidance as possible. Furthermore, the demand for LGV instructors at all levels is increasing as the industry responds to a severe skills shortage. A forthcoming EU directive will also require the retraining of drivers and instructors who wish to be included on the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) register. The LGV Learner Driver's Guide provides an overview of all the requirements for obtaining a LGV Drivers licence for both drivers and instructors. It provides comprehensive guidance on the theory and practical tests, the main points of law for the LGV drivers and identifies areas of responsible driving. Dedicated chapters on the role of the LGV instructor and the LGV instructors exam is also included. Appendices include useful addresses, contact details for test centres and DSA accredited instructor training centres. re-train under new EU legislation and instructors aiming to be included on the DSA register.




The Professional LGV Driver's Handbook


Book Description

From 2009 all LGV drivers will need to acquire the new EU driver CPC in addition to a LGV driver licence.This book is the ultimate LGV training manual for any professional driver or transport manager, as it covers all areas a driver will need to know and understand in order to gain the licences necessary to drive a LGV vehicle. Not only does the book deliver the essential information to ensure drivers gain these licences, but it also provides a complete guide to driving safely, professionally and legally. Including information on; driving skills, health and safety, law, how to deal with paperwork, use of tachographs and driving abroad. The Professional LGV Driver's Handbook is the ultimate resource for anyone training to drive a LGV vehicle, as well as being an indispensible reference for experienced drivers and managers.




The Driving Instructor's Handbook


Book Description

This book provides up-to-date information on the training and testing of both instructors and learner drivers and covers the current examination and training procedure for trainee instructors. Details of the ADI register are included.




The Official DSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles


Book Description

This Driving Standards Agency publication contains guidance on the official syllabus and practical test requirements for driving a large goods vehicle (LGV), as well as on driving techniques for different vehicles and conditions, load restraint, EC and UK legal requirements, working time and tachograph regulations, freight transport organisation, dealing with emergencies, new safety checks and minimum test vehicle requirements. This new edition includes information to help prepare for the extended theory and practical tests that link to the introduction of the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in September 2009. It supersedes the 7th edition (2005, ISBN 9780115526565).




The Official Guide to Tractor and Specialist Vehicle Driving Tests


Book Description

Specialist or unusual vehicles covered by this book include tractors, three-wheeled cars, trikes, road rollers, track-laying vehicles, mowing machines and pedestrian-controlled vehicles. It includes guidance on: what to do before the test; test requirements; different categories of vehicle; skills required; faults to avoid; large, heavy and slow vehicles




Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors


Book Description

a companion to the popular best-seller the driving instructor’s handbook, practical teaching skills for driving instructors has been thoroughly revised to include everything a trainee or qualified instructor needs to ensure effective results. this revised edition looks deeper into the reasons why people learn to drive and the motivation involved in seeing it through, from early stage lessons to the final practical test. it provides detailed information on the dsa standards of communication skills for instructors and examines the concept of driving examiners as coaches. for every conscientious instructor keen to communicate well with his or her pupils, this essential book provides all the necessary practical advice and guidance. endorsed and recommended by: driving standards agency




A Study Manual of Professional Competence in Road Haulage


Book Description

This latest edition of a well-established and highly respected manual provides a comprehensive course of study for anyone taking the Oxford Cambridge and RSA (OCR) Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) examination. With all the information presented in a highly accessible format, this book is effectively a complete study course, ideal for use as a self-teaching aid. Updated to account for EU and UK legislative changes, this revised 12th edition includes typical case study scenarios used in the examination, and sample questions and answers. It is also essential reading for anyone employed in, or wishing to enter, the road freight transport and distribution industries as well as transport supervisors and managers who want to brush up on their knowledge.




Retailing Logistics and Fresh Food Packaging


Book Description

The supply of fresh food is being transformed: retailers are gaining increasing power and control from manufacturers and the location and nature of production is evolving. The international practitioner and academic author team analyse state of the art packaging logistics for fresh food retailing and draw on primary research in the UK, Europe and the USA. It demonstrates the benefits to be gained from adopting new techniques and provides lessons on how to achieve successful implementation. It will help organizations and academics understand the changes and opportunities in modern fresh food supply chains and how to overcome the challenges.




Managing Transport Operations


Book Description

Transport managers perform an essential and rewarding function in society, controlling the infrastructure that allows people and goods to move around conveniently and swiftly. However, it is also highly demanding work. In clear, jargon-free language, this book explains the exceptionally wide range of skills demanded of transport managers, who must understand the economic, social, political and technical aspects of road, rail, air and sea transport, while, crucially, ensuring that levels of safety and reliability are not compromised. Managing Transport Operations is a comprehensive, accessible handbook, covering: the fundamental principles of transport; modal characteristics; ownership and organization; management functions and policy formation; transport marketing; safety regulations; economic regulation; logistics and transport; urban transport; new technology; future developments. This new edition has been fully revised and updated to take account of recent major developments that have taken place in the world of transport, including the function of the Strategic Rail Authority, the Transport Act 2000 and the restructuring of the Department of Transport, Local Government and the Regions. Tailored to meet the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport syllabuses for Transport Management, this book is a `must-have' resource for students and an essential companion for transport managers.




Teaching a Learner Driver


Book Description

If you're thinking of teaching someone to drive, this is the book you need! Teaching a learner driver - how hard could it be? Many years ago, a sister of mine expressed an interest in learning to drive. Being a keen driver myself I thought teaching a learner driver would be fun. However, I didn't realise how unprepared I was. Some years later I took training myself and went on to become a professional driving instructor. I worked for a local driving school for a while, before taking further training and joining the British School of Motoring for a couple of years. When I decided to start up my own driving school, the family came to me for lessons. Things went according to plan this time because in the meantime someone had taught me how to teach. The Benefit of Experience With four decades years of experience, both as a driving instructor and driving examiner, I will help you to train a learner driver to be safe, confident and capable. With the help of this book, you will learn how to: · structure lessons · deliver driving instruction like a professional · avoid many of the pitfalls that amateur teachers fall into. The instructions are easy to follow and all tricky points are illustrated with clear diagrams. The book covers everything you need including: · basic car controls · use of mirrors & observations · approaching junctions & roundabouts · learning the manoeuvres · developing independence · preparing for the driving test. With a careful study of this book, you'll hopefully enjoy teaching a learner driver and improving your own skills; and as a result, your learner driver should pass first time! © UK Driving Skills – All Rights Reserved www.ukds.uk