The Official DSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles (2009)

Author: Driving Standards Agency (DSA)

Publisher: TSO (The Stationery Office)

This book is the only official guide which explains the standards required to pass today's practical LGV test. Packed with expert advice to help all LGV drivers become safer on the road, this is the definitive guide for new and experienced goods vehicle drivers and trainers. This new edition also includes all the information you need for the new Driver CPC tests, introduced on 10 September 2009.

Fully illustrated and written in a clear and easy-to-understand style by the Driving Standards Agency - the people who actually conduct the practical LGV tests.

Thousands of deaths that occur each year on UK roads may be prevented by improving standards of driving. By promoting the correct attitude and approach, along with essential professional driving skills, this book will keep you and your load on the road to safe driving for life. Whether you're a new or experienced LGV driver, this complete official DSA manual will help you to acquire and maintain the skills necessary to keep you safe on the road.

Stressing safety, competence and professionalism this book includes essential guidance on:

• The official LGV syllabus and practical test requirements
• Driver CPC tests - to be introduced on 10 September 2009
• Attitude and driving techniques for different vehicles and conditions
• EC and UK legal requirements, working time and tachograph regulations
• Freight transport organisation
• Different types of load and how to secure them
• Accidents, health and safety issues and handling techniques
• Vehicle security and international travel.
  

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Pages	330
Size	A5
Binding	Paperback
Publisher	The Stationery Office
WBS Order Code	TSOB009/2009
Author	DSA
ISBN	9780115530814
Published	April 2009
Edition	9th