Started my first HGV job Monday driving Class1 been out with a old boy teaching me and sharing his knowledge with me on the Monday my reversing was shocking but got better with each day and then come Friday I was reversing the truck like I’d be doing it for years. But I’m not gonna get big headed or complacent am being sent out on my own as of Tuesday because the company believe I’m ready after the reverses they’ve heard I’ve done with fair ease. It all just starts coming 2nd nature as people have kept saying to me!!!
I wasn't confident at first so I said can I go out with a driver and I want no pay I just need a bit of refreshment as I'd been doing class2 for a time cost them nowt and I get the info from a top guy
Keep a good distance from Toyota Prius drivers - especially the ones with the little yellow badge on the back. One of their main hunting grounds is the M6 going up Corley bank, keeping to 51.97 mph in lane three or four, causing frustration, then swerving across three of the four lanes to get in the services! Wah!
Ye I think I might start with van driving or class 2 and then move up to class 1, that'll be ease me in. It'll get me more experience in all sorts of deliveries as well. 👍
Pass the test and then...always straddle lanes at roundabouts unless you absolutely know the junction otherwise, you'll be up the junction after 'squeezing' a car or squashing a cyclist. Use the size to keep others behind and not want to risk any RTC! BTW, resist CE work at less than £16.00/hr.
Some people might laugh at this comment but my experience of trying to get my licence for any vehicle in a week has always been a disaster and I’ve always failed, I’m one of those guys that needs to pick up a skill one piece at a time otherwise I find it too strsssful as it’s basically information overload. But most driver training schools insist on you doing a 5 day course and your not given an option on doing it any other way, I wish you could break the practical training to weeks rather than days as it’s a lot to take in in 4/5 days, from being a novice to a test passer! But I give credit to those who can pass it in that timeframe.
I think I said it before that when I first started on Class 1 I would set off early and stop at Barton Park on the A1 and spend half hour of my own time just practising reverses. The boss didn't mind and it helps you. Never worry about reversing, it comes with time. This week I had my 1st go with an urban rear steer for 3 days, yet another new ball game. Take it slow, take the shunts, and ask for someone to watch you back if you want it.
Great info! Thanks a lot! I was wondering, if a bloke doesn't have dependents, wife etc can he live in the truck full time? Is that realistic? Would the companies be OK with it? Is it a luck thing, meaning finding the right company to accept it or is that completely out of the question? Asking for a friend 😅
I think some people do, but i think its technically illegal as of late they bought out a new rule saying you must have 48 hours out of the truck or something like that.
There should definitely be extra provision within your training dedicated to reversing. The reverse and uncoupling test doesn't go far enough, especially the reverse side of things it has no bearing in the real world, in my case the test was carried out by my training provider, i had no practice what so ever until it was test day, by which i had a couple of goes with my intructor then straight onto the test, luckily i passed it first time, but it was more luck than judgement.
@@truckitprayle I'd say an hour or so each day tacked on at the end of your daily training, its not just about passing that section of the test but preparing you for life in the industry. It would be time well spent even more so than the actual driving itself, how many driving assessments fail on the reversing??? Like you said in the video driving forward is the easy part. Are you going to be documenting your journey in getting a HGV job in Australia, it could be a real eye opener.
Am just coming back from my practise this morning and am still making the same mistakes ,that my instructor was telling me about,and he got angry with me...what should I do ..its about curved reversing and we called it banana reversed
I recently started following your videos. I am ready to choose a course, but I haven't decided yet because I can't make up my mind whether to choose Class 2 or Class 1 training. I think I will choose Class 1 training and will try to find a job in Class 2 first to gain some experience. My only concern is that it might be a bit confusing if I train only on a Class 1 vehicle and then suddenly have to drive a Class 2 in my first job. Will this be difficult? Thank you for your time and for your helpful videos.
I don't think it will class 2 is very similar to driving a car/van so wont be too hard and gives you a good chance of learning how to operate a bigger vehicle.
I thought HGV driving schools give extensive driving courses before the test.. I wouldn't mind paying for such lessons to make sure I can fully handle the truck than just passing the test.
It's hardcat first mate but keep looking soneone will give youba chance. Check out my video no experience no job! Explauns best way to get your first job!
@@anthonywestwood1676don’t give up mate I got a bit of luck from my dads pal who had a word with his gaffer and they’ve gave me a chance these agency’s etc etc don’t wanna know new driver it’s a nightmare but I’d just go round and speak to places cuz on my indeed it says 99+ jobs applied and I never ever got a sniff just people who would ring and soon be quick to get off the phone once they’ve learned you have no experience but all the best mate never GIVE UP!!!
Started my first HGV job Monday driving Class1 been out with a old boy teaching me and sharing his knowledge with me on the Monday my reversing was shocking but got better with each day and then come Friday I was reversing the truck like I’d be doing it for years. But I’m not gonna get big headed or complacent am being sent out on my own as of Tuesday because the company believe I’m ready after the reverses they’ve heard I’ve done with fair ease. It all just starts coming 2nd nature as people have kept saying to me!!!
Best of luck mate, just remember to take your time and get out and look if you need to! 👍
I wasn't confident at first so I said can I go out with a driver and I want no pay I just need a bit of refreshment as I'd been doing class2 for a time cost them nowt and I get the info from a top guy
Keep a good distance from Toyota Prius drivers - especially the ones with the little yellow badge on the back. One of their main hunting grounds is the M6 going up Corley bank, keeping to 51.97 mph in lane three or four, causing frustration, then swerving across three of the four lanes to get in the services! Wah!
Haha yeah ypu know that! 🤣
And 17 plate Toyota avensis drivers on M6 southbound entry slip at Junction 9 who like to swerve in front of you and then brake check you.
Ye I think I might start with van driving or class 2 and then move up to class 1, that'll be ease me in. It'll get me more experience in all sorts of deliveries as well. 👍
Thats it mate it's the best way like anything work your way up.
Pass the test and then...always straddle lanes at roundabouts unless you absolutely know the junction otherwise, you'll be up the junction after 'squeezing' a car or squashing a cyclist. Use the size to keep others behind and not want to risk any RTC!
BTW, resist CE work at less than £16.00/hr.
Good advice mate 👍
Some people might laugh at this comment but my experience of trying to get my licence for any vehicle in a week has always been a disaster and I’ve always failed, I’m one of those guys that needs to pick up a skill one piece at a time otherwise I find it too strsssful as it’s basically information overload.
But most driver training schools insist on you doing a 5 day course and your not given an option on doing it any other way, I wish you could break the practical training to weeks rather than days as it’s a lot to take in in 4/5 days, from being a novice to a test passer!
But I give credit to those who can pass it in that timeframe.
Yeah it's no easy fete but it's definitely worth it in the long run mate.
I think I said it before that when I first started on Class 1 I would set off early and stop at Barton Park on the A1 and spend half hour of my own time just practising reverses. The boss didn't mind and it helps you. Never worry about reversing, it comes with time. This week I had my 1st go with an urban rear steer for 3 days, yet another new ball game. Take it slow, take the shunts, and ask for someone to watch you back if you want it.
Yes - I had a tricky reverse to do the other day, fortunately someone from the company I was collecting from was seeing me back - it was a great help
Thats it mate, you just need to practice as much as possible and the rest will come in time.
Top stuff!
Great info! Thanks a lot! I was wondering, if a bloke doesn't have dependents, wife etc can he live in the truck full time? Is that realistic? Would the companies be OK with it?
Is it a luck thing, meaning finding the right company to accept it or is that completely out of the question?
Asking for a friend 😅
I think some people do, but i think its technically illegal as of late they bought out a new rule saying you must have 48 hours out of the truck or something like that.
@truckitprayle great, thanks for the info! Much appreciated! Will have to look more carefully into it
There should definitely be extra provision within your training dedicated to reversing. The reverse and uncoupling test doesn't go far enough, especially the reverse side of things it has no bearing in the real world, in my case the test was carried out by my training provider, i had no practice what so ever until it was test day, by which i had a couple of goes with my intructor then straight onto the test, luckily i passed it first time, but it was more luck than judgement.
Yeah i agree they don't give you enough training at all in this country.
What amount of time would be enough in your opion?
@@truckitprayle I'd say an hour or so each day tacked on at the end of your daily training, its not just about passing that section of the test but preparing you for life in the industry. It would be time well spent even more so than the actual driving itself, how many driving assessments fail on the reversing??? Like you said in the video driving forward is the easy part.
Are you going to be documenting your journey in getting a HGV job in Australia, it could be a real eye opener.
Oh yes mate definitely, and the process of getting your licence changed over to there etc.
I start my Class 2, 5 days of training beginning of May.
You're in Burford again?
Good luck buddy, nah was just some b roll footage
Am just coming back from my practise this morning and am still making the same mistakes ,that my instructor was telling me about,and he got angry with me...what should I do ..its about curved reversing and we called it banana reversed
Have a look at some reversing videos i have a couple myself but there are also some other good ones mate 👍
I recently started following your videos. I am ready to choose a course, but I haven't decided yet because I can't make up my mind whether to choose Class 2 or Class 1 training. I think I will choose Class 1 training and will try to find a job in Class 2 first to gain some experience. My only concern is that it might be a bit confusing if I train only on a Class 1 vehicle and then suddenly have to drive a Class 2 in my first job. Will this be difficult? Thank you for your time and for your helpful videos.
I don't think it will class 2 is very similar to driving a car/van so wont be too hard and gives you a good chance of learning how to operate a bigger vehicle.
@@truckitprayle Thank you. Time to choose the right course then :)
Best of luck mate, let us know how you get on!
@@truckitprayle I surely will!
Would like to see more about roundabouts and when to stow to lanes
I see what i can do buddy
I thought HGV driving schools give extensive driving courses before the test.. I wouldn't mind paying for such lessons to make sure I can fully handle the truck than just passing the test.
Yes of course but it's only 5 days training mate.
Hardest part for me is finding a job
Especially class 1.
Yeah that seems to be a common theme right now mate, don't give up buddy you will find something 👍
@@truckitprayle thanks mate I’ll keep at it .
Agency for new pass to get that crucial tacho hours
Is that Burford?
Yes mate!
Passed my class 1 2 weeks ago and im finding it hard to get employed. Seems mobody wants to take the gamble on me.
It's hardcat first mate but keep looking soneone will give youba chance.
Check out my video no experience no job!
Explauns best way to get your first job!
I think iv watched every video you have done but il go back and watch again. Cheers mate
@@anthonywestwood1676don’t give up mate I got a bit of luck from my dads pal who had a word with his gaffer and they’ve gave me a chance these agency’s etc etc don’t wanna know new driver it’s a nightmare but I’d just go round and speak to places cuz on my indeed it says 99+ jobs applied and I never ever got a sniff just people who would ring and soon be quick to get off the phone once they’ve learned you have no experience but all the best mate never GIVE UP!!!