Driver Orientation Checklist
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Name of Driver receiving orientation
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Trained By:
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Conducted on
Vehicle Familiarisation
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Understands how to fuel the truck including how to use the Fuel Card
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Understands the emergency/accident procedure
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Driver completed daily pre-start check as per procedures
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Driver understands how to re-tourque wheels & return cards to dispatch
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Driver has been shown how to use the retarder
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Driver has been shown all relevant switches and controls on the dash board
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Driver has been shown the gear positions
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Driver has been shown how to perform the "particulate fuel filter" process
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Driver has been shown all indicator switches, hazard lights, light switches and the exhaust brake
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Driver has been shown the location of the first aid kit
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Driver has been shown how to replace all seat belts at the end of the journey
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Driver has been shown the location of the fire extinguisher
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Driver has been shown the spill kit location and instructions for use (if required - DG only)
Driving Assessment
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Driver can adjust driver's seat
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Driver checks mirrors and adjusts accordingly
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Driver starts vehicle in appropriate gear
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Driver checks road for safe exit from driveway
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Driver changes gears smoothly
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Driver brakes smoothly
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Driver turns corners smoothly and with good technique
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Driver correctly uses Cruise Control and Down Hill Decent
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Driver stop before white lines at lights or crossings
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Driver cleans unit to Symons standards
Manoeuvres
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Reverse exercise
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Three point turn
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Round abouts
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Connecting a tractor unit to a trailer
Final comments
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Rank the drivers overall performance
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Driver Signature: By signing this from you declare that you have completed your orientation and have received useful feedback from the assessor on the outcome.
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Trainers Signature: By signing this form you are certifying that the driver was competent in driving the vehicle and that all checks were carried out as per the Driver Orientation checklist.