Millennium

Safety & Driving

Academy Limited

Breakdown of Hours

 

 


 


Maneuvering, Driving Observation                160 Hours

Field Maneuvering Skills
Pre-Trip Inspection/Coupling & Uncoupling
Driving (Behind the Wheel)
Observation

Mechanical Instruction                                  70 Hours

Air Brakes & Auxiliary Brakes & Jakes
Drive Train Components & Shifting Techniques
Vehicle Familiarization
Pre-Trip , Coupling & Uncoupling
Diesel Rngines, Air/Cooling/Oil/Fuel Systems
Wheels, Hubs, Tires, Rims & Bearings
Drive & Power Train Components
Sliding Boogies, 5th Wheels, Axle Weight & Distribution
Licensing & Permits
Review -  Mechanical Tests, etc.

Life Skills, Literacy/Computer                        20 Hours

Computer Skills Relevant to Industry
Employment Readiness, Travel Expenses, Meals
Nutrition
Drug and Alcohol & Family Separation
Documentation, Familiarization & Internship

Safety & Defensive Driving Techniques          70 Hours

Defensive Driving Techniques, (PDIC 6 Hr., i.e. vehicle control)
Night Driving & Fatigue
Motor Vehicle Act (Signs, Regulations, etc.)
Company Procedures, Duties, Accident Reporting
Canadian & US Safety Code & Regulations, Customs
Freight Handling, Load Security & Documentation
Logbooks, Hours of Service
Map Reading & Trip Planning
First Aid & CPR
Dangerous Goods & WHMIS
Fire Prevention
Internship, Review, & Testing

Internship with Trained Coach                      160 Hours


Millennium Safety & Driving Academy Limited

            80 Raddall Ave., Unit 3          Phone:      (902) 468-8999
            Dartmouth, NS                    Toll Free:  (800) 305-3303
            B3B 1T7                           Fax:        (902)468-7122

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