The
training division of Gerotek Vehicle Test Facilities offers
driver training courses, including the following:
Defensive On-road
Driving:
In order to negotiate safely with other road users this module
is essential, especially when you calculate the amount of distance
covered by the average driver on the road. This module will
help the driver to react pro-actively towards any possible hazardous
situation on the road.
Skidpan Training:
Driver error is the reason for skids occurring. The first exercise
covered is aquaplaning on the dynamic circular track at Gerotek.
The rest of the day is spent on the skidpan where causes of
skids, recognition of skids and skid control are covered. This
is a necessity as the amount of accidents increases with rain
and wet road conditions.
Dynamic
Ride and Handling:
Smoothness is the aim of this training module. Aspects such
as straight line braking, controlled cornering, limitations
of yourself and your vehicle, are typical aspects covered during
this session. This module is presented on a track which consists
of dry and wet road surfaces to emphasise the change in driving
style that should be applied in different weather and road conditions.
Hijack Prevention:
With the S.A. hijack statistics increasing aggressively, the
need to obtain some form of defence has become extremely important.
The means of defence for any driver is awareness. Target hardening,
preventative measures, state of readiness, reactive measures,
etc. are only some of the topics covered during this presentation.
4x4 Driving Course:
This course will provide 4x4 drivers with the necessary knowledge,
skills and confidence to drive their vehicle in any off-road
condition. The theoretical component includes discussions on
sensible off-road habits, safety/risk factors and coverage of
the 4X4 drive line layouts and mechanics of different 4x4 vehicles.
The theory is complemented by practical sessions learning
general off-road driving techniques and negotiating obstacles
such as sand, gradients, side slopes, river crossings, rocky
terrain, etc.
4x4 Recovery Course:
The focus is on safety and the prevention of danger to man,
machine, environment and equipment. Delegates will learn how
to assess a recovery exercise, confirm an approach and select
the right equipment and technique.
Taxi Training:
This training course provides a taxi-driver with the necessary
skills to operate his vehicle in a cost-effective, safe and
responsible manner on public roads. It also focuses on facilitating
change of a mind set and attitude of a taxi-driver. If the mind
set and attitude is not changed, the skills training will not
have an impact or influence on the trainees.
Bus and Heavy Vehicle
Training:
The basis of all the training programs is theoretical in-class
sessions where aspects such as basic mechanics and dynamics of
heavy vehicles, driver fatigue, alcohol, responsibility, attitudes
of drivers, etc. are covered.
The lecture is followed by practical defensive on-road driving
which covers driving on urban and suburban roads after which
drivers are exposed to a range of scenarios that require them
to be in control of their vehicles in sudden changing road conditions.
Skills Programmes and Learnerships:
The skills programmes and learnerships concluded by Gerotek Training for the National Certificates in Professional Driving, is in line with the Skills Development Act, SAQA accredited and pitches on NQF Level 3.
This qualification can be clustered in such a way to make provision for a learner not to be away from his/her workplace for too long periods.
Advantages using
Gerotek Training:
- Standard courses approved by key role
players in the industry to be used.
- 80% of the courses to be conducted on the
Gerotek test tracks, therefore reducing the risk of accidents
during training.
- Track designed to allow simulation of almost
any type of road condition.
- High standards will be maintained - in accordance
with the industry.
- An accredited training provider.
- Training courses are structured according to client specific requirements.
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