Truck Driver
Qualification ID 93793 NQF Level 3 130 Credits
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Truck Driver. Truck drivers operate trucks with a GVM in excess of 3,500 kilograms and ensure the safe transportation of cargo from the point of departure to the point of arrival.
Qualification Overview
The qualification prepares learners for the occupational role of Truck Driver. The programme develops the knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience required to plan and prepare a truck for transportation, operate a truck safely, and maintain the operational documents and records associated with road transport activities.
Programme Delivery
The qualification is delivered over 12 months and includes knowledge/theory, practical skills and workplace-based learning.
The supplied outline states that the programme includes quarterly written assessments and a final examination at year end.
Entry Requirements
- NQF Level 2
- Code 14 driving licence
A Qualified Learner Will Be Able To
- Plan and prepare a truck for transportation.
- Operate a truck.
- Maintain operational documents and records.
Learner Benefits
- Opportunity for recognition as a qualified heavy vehicle driver with relevant and current competencies.
- Enhanced ability to provide customer service within road transport operations.
- Access to entrepreneurial opportunities within the road freight industry.
Qualification Structure
Knowledge / Theory
Develops the theoretical understanding required for the Truck Driver occupational role.
Practical Skills
Provides simulated practical application of truck preparation, operation, inspection and related technical skills.
Workplace Experience
Provides exposure to transport operations and application of the qualification in authentic workplace environments.
Qualification Modules
Unit 1: Knowledge-Based Module
Knowledge / Theory
| ID | Module Title | NQF Level |
|---|---|---|
| 733201000 | Health, Safety, Quality and Legislation | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Environment, Energy Efficiency and Ethics | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Industry Contexts | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Business Essentials | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Transport Risk | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Operating a Truck | Level 3 |
1.1Health, Safety, Quality and Legislation
The main focus of learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of health, safety, quality and legislative theory required for the practice of a truck driver.
Learning focus:
- Theories and principles of relevant legislation, including transportation of dangerous goods regulations, codes and by-laws
- Concepts, theories and principles of first aid
- Concepts, theories and principles of firefighting
- Theories, concepts and principles of quality control in transportation
1.2Environment, Energy Efficiency and Ethics
This module develops an understanding of environmental sustainability, energy efficiency and ethical behaviour in transport operations.
Learning focus:
- Relevant environmental sustainability requirements
- Energy efficiency
- Ethics and ethical workplace behaviour
- Knowledge of AARTO
1.3Industry Contexts
The module builds an understanding of the way in which the truck driver functions within the road transport industry.
Learning focus:
- Introduction to the transportation industry
1.4Business Essentials
The module develops an understanding of essential business principles within the transport industry.
Learning focus:
- Basic business principles
- Communication
- Customer relations
- Maps and applied science
1.5Transport Risk
The module builds an understanding of transport-related emergencies and risks.
Learning focus:
- Incidents and accidents
- Hi-jacking awareness
- Load loss or spillage
- Quality and the environment
1.6Operating a Truck
This module covers the principles and knowledge required for truck operation within the road transport environment.
Learning focus:
- Driving techniques
- Trip / journey management
- Vehicle roadworthiness and pre-/post-trip inspection procedures
- Load securement
Unit 2: Practical Skill Module
Practical Skills
| ID | Module Title | NQF Level |
|---|---|---|
| 733201000 | Prepare Truck for Loading, Offloading and Transportation | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Operate a Truck | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Inspect Vehicles and Complete Inspection Reports | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Work with Electrical Components | Level 3 |
2.1Prepare Truck for Loading, Offloading and Transportation
Learners practise preparing a vehicle for loading, transportation and offloading within a simulated work environment and interpret relevant documentation.
Learners will be required to:
- Prepare a truck for loading
- Prepare a truck for offloading
- Prepare a truck for transportation
- Secure the load
2.2Operate a Truck
Learners practise truck operation within a simulated work environment.
Learners will be required to:
- Start up a truck
- Drive a truck
- Shut down a truck
2.3Inspect Vehicles and Complete Inspection Reports
Learners practise vehicle and combination inspections and complete the associated inspection documentation.
Learners will be required to:
- Conduct vehicle / combination inspections
- Complete vehicle checklists
- Collate documentation
2.4Work with Electrical Components
Learners develop familiarity with electrical diagrams, components, circuits, testing and measuring instruments, including the skills and knowledge required to use and care for them.
Learners will be required to:
- Read and interpret electrical diagrams
- Identify and care for electrical equipment
- Identify and use portable testing and measuring instruments
- Identify and use fixed measuring instruments
- Identify and care for protective devices
Unit 3: Work Experience Module
Workplace Experience
| ID | Module Title | NQF Level |
|---|---|---|
| 733201000 | Planning for Transportation of Cargo | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Complying to Road Traffic Regulation | Level 3 |
| 733201000 | Documentation and Reporting Procedures and Processes | Level 3 |
3.1Planning for Transportation of Cargo
Learners gain exposure as part of a transportation team planning and preparing a truck in a transport environment. The source states a minimum workplace experience period of five days.
Learners will be required to:
- Obtain loading documentation
- Apply safety standard operating procedures
3.2Complying to Road Traffic Regulation
Learners gain exposure as part of a transportation team observing road regulations. The source states a minimum workplace experience period of five days.
Learners will be required to:
- Comply with national road legislation
- Conduct a vehicle check
3.3Documentation and Reporting Procedures and Processes
Learners gain workplace exposure to documentation and reporting processes within transport operations. The source states a minimum workplace experience period of five days.
Learners will be required to:
- Source and collate documents
- Store documents
Assessment
Quarterly Written Assessments
The supplied outline states that the 12-month qualification includes quarterly written assessments.
Final Examination
The supplied outline states that a final examination is completed at year end.
Articulation
The supplied outline states that this qualification articulates horizontally with the National Certificate: Professional Driving, NQF Level 3.
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