This short course builds on the already obtained competencies of the Defensive Driving Permit (Light or Heavy) and aims to provide drivers of both light and heavy bulk liquid tanker vehicles, including vacuum tanker drivers, with the additional competency required to drive bulk liquid tankers. In particular to ensure that drivers are aware of, and adapt their defensive driving techniques to take into account the particular load behaviour characteristics of bulk liquids compared to dry cargo. The course includes an assessment of the driving knowledge and skills required to qualify for a PDO Tanker Driving Permit.

Modules:
1 Tanker Handling Characteristic
2. Correct defensive driving Techniques
3. Practical Session and Assessment

Upon successful completion of the course and a pass grade in the assessment of Course Competency Standards, the driver's Defensive Driver Permit (Heavy or Light) will be endorsed authorising the driving of bulk tankers -heavy or light dependent on the type of ROP licence held.