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This unit is concerned with the benefits of driving in a fuel efficient manner and how drivers of large goods vehicles can improve their overall fuel efficiency. Apart from the vehicle itself, the next major influence on the achievable fuel figures of a vehicle is the driver. A Hauliers fuel bill represents 36% of a Company’s costs. Every Driver has the capability to record a 5% saving on their overall fuel usage. Candidates will be made aware of how to maximise fuel efficiency, including the advantages of good route planning.
Course Duration:
1 Day(s)
Entry Requirements:
Candidates must hold a C1, C, C+E or C1+E Licence.
Cost:
£87.62 Per Person * Excl VAT
Course Outline:
The course objectives are to recognise and create issues relating to:
• The importance of fuel efficiency
• Factors in saving fuel consumption
• Saving examples
• Environmental benefits
• Vehicle accident reductions
• Best practice procedures
• Route planning Techniques
Learning Outcomes:
The candidate by the end of this course will be able to:
• Demonstrate the potential to provide an overall 5% fuel savings
• Appreciate the benefits to the environment through safe and economical driving
• Understand importance of good route planning
• Describe the main factors affecting fuel consumption
• Adopt more effective route planning skills, incorporating fuel efficiency and reduced times.
Assessment:
n/a
