Duration will be tailored for each course
Maximum of 3 Delegates
A Yard Shunter is someone who is trained to move large vehicles safely around their worksite, within the company’s premises or other areas of off road parking that would be closed to the public. Yard Shunters will be trained to ensure they minimise the risks of accidents and workplace collisions.
Yard Shunters will be trained to understand the latest recommended HSE code of signals ensuring they are able to safely manoeuvre large vehicles around their site.
Training will take place on site at the customer’s premises.
This course is suitable for those moving trailers or large goods vehicles within their site. Training will also cover approved hand signals to assist reversing operations.
While this list is not exhaustive, here are some key topics covered during the training.
Upon successfully completing the course, trainees will receive an accredited or in-house certificate valid for three years. A refresher course is recommended every three years to maintain compliance and safety standards.
Operator safety and observation, including pre-operational checks
Refuelling procedures
Defect reporting procedures
Introduction to the tractor unit and trailer
Coupling/uncoupling
Reversing
Banksman signals
Loading docks
Theory test
Practical test
If you have any questions, our team is here to help. Get in touch by phone, email, or by completing the enquiry form, and one of our friendly team members will be in touch within 24 hours.
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