Lorry/Truck driver training John van Rijn Knowledge engineer

2 Current situation : EU directive 91/439 and 2000/56. Driving license: EU directive 91/439 and 2000/56. : EU directive 76/914 minimum level of training for transport drivers Separate certificate professional drivers: EU directive 76/914 minimum level of training for transport drivers Over 7.5 tonnes

3 Directive 2003/59/EC of 15 July 2003 Training of professional drivers –Initial qualification –Periodic training

4 For whom? Drivers engaged in road transportation –with C, C1, C+E –or D, D1, D+E Over 3.5 tonnes So not for drivers of campers, mobile homes and mobile cranes

5 Initial qualification –Option combining both course attendance and a test/option –Initial qualification / accelerated initial qualification

6 Periodic training Periodicity/driving licence Directive –35 hours every 5 years –content in Annex 1

7 Annex /59 1. Advanced training in rational driving based on safety regulations 2. Application of regulations 3. Health, roads and environmental safety, service, logistics

8 Annex II 2000/56 Driving hours Documentation Weight and dimensions Securing of loads Construction of combustion engines Preventive maintenance of vehicles Transport conditions

9 Training centres Approval by Member States – recognised program – Place of training: Member State in which drivers have their residence / Member State in which drivers work

10 The Dutch Way CPC since end 70`s Combined exams Outline developed in co-operation with industry No extra costs

11 Initial qualification: theoretical exams DL 1 / CPC 1 DL 2 CPC 3: CasesCPC 2: MC Driving License Professional competence

12 Initial qualification: practical exams Driving License DL + CPC C / D CPC: PT2 CPC CE / DE DL + CPC CE / DE TrainingTesting CPC: PT1 Professional competence

13 Practical tests PT1: (1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5) 9 scenarios –Pre trip preparation –Emergency measures –Loading –Aggression –Illegal trafficking 30 minutes

14 Practical test PT2: 7 scenarios Starting on mirror adjustment place Finish all scenarios without touching poles

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17 Periodic Training: -Training should have maximum added value -System should offer maximum flexibility and tailor-made solutions

18 Periodic training, structure Introduction of a “Menu system”, offering freedom of choice CCV, Labour Market Parties and Ministry yearly determine list of approved training categories CCV certifies Training institutes

19 Examples ADR BBS Eco driving Truck mounted crane Social skills for drivers ………….

20 Periodic training, process CCV certifies the approved courses for a period of 5 years Supervision through system of pre- registration and sampling