Categorisation of Defects Training
FTA's Categorisation of Defects Training course is available for both lgv (hgv) or pcv operators and is predominantly theory based. Designed to take technical and supervisory staff through all the engineering requirements implied by a company's O licence, this course provides candidates with the necessary information to assist in correct decision making, in respect of the minimum allowable operating standards.
You will benefit from
- increased vehicle availability and reliability
- staff who are aware of their own responsibilities and in turn those imposed by the company O licence
- confidence that your staff are auditing and checking your vehicles properly
- avoidance of failures at roadside checks and annual tests
- peace of mind that you are operating legally, safely and efficiently
- a commitment to staff training and raising the skill level of the company
Course features
- Tailored course to meet the individual needs of the hgv and pcv sectors
- Wealth of knowledge in vehicle inspections and severity of defects
- Fully qualified training instructors and experienced vehicle engineers
- Tuition material
- Training carried out on site at a time to suit you, reducing vehicle downtime
- Assessment of attendee competence
Course content
- Overview of operator licensing
- VOSA enforcement
- Prohibition system
- Comprehensive presentation of the Categorisation of Defects Manual
- The implications of not maintaining vehicles to the correct standards
"As part of our commitment to further improve the standard of our vehicles, First Manchester, working alongside FTA, has undertaken to train all 140 craftsman on categorisation of defects, which will provide valuable insight and information to the staff responsible for maintaining our fleet of buses."
Colin Stafford
Engineering Director
First Manchester
Further information
- Download the pdf on Categorisation of Defects Training
- Why choose FTA for Categorisation of Defects Training
