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cargo vehicle driver

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Description

Cargo vehicle drivers operate vehicles such as trucks and vans. They may also take care of the loading and unloading of cargo.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

types of cargo road transport legislation transport topography vehicle cargo capacity road traffic laws mechanical components of vehicles

Practical Skills

operate GPS systems practice emergency stops read maps anticipate foreseeable problems on the road supervise loading of cargo control the performance of the vehicle use communication devices supervise unloading of cargo interpret traffic signals use different communication channels parallel park vehicles stay alert manoeuvre heavy trucks