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Jim Shanks HGV, LGV and PCV Driver Training School Scottish Borders

Shanks LGV, PCV and HGV Training, Scotland & UK

Jim Shanks Driver Training School

Jim Shanks HGV, LGV and PCV Driver Training School in Galashiels, Scotland has over 30 years tuition experience with a pass rate second to none and has successfully trained over 2000 drivers from across the UK in the Scottish Borders, Northumberland and the North of England, Cumbria, Dumfries and Galloway, Edinburgh and Lothian areas. With special one-on-one training and very competitive prices based on the individuals training requirements, you can be sure of a training package to suit your needs at a realistic course cost.

For further information please contact Andrew Crozier

Tel.01450 373686 Mob. 07800 584669

E-mail: a.crozier08@btinternet.com

4 A/3 Earl Street, Hawick, Roxburghshire. TD9 9PZ Scottish Borders, Scotland UK.

LGV/PCV Driving Licence application - Jim Shanks Driver Training, Scotland, UK

HGV / LGV / PCV Training Summary

Professional Training for HGV, LGV and PCV

Below is a summary of the training package available at the Jim Shanks Driver Training School based in Galashiels. The emphasis is that the training package is designed to meet your individual needs.

	Over 30 years tuition experience with a pass rate second to none.
	One-on-one training.
	D.S.A. Registered Instructors.
	Both Rigid and Wagon and Drag training carried out in identical Scania vehicles.
	Training could be carried out in your company vehicle(s) by separate arrangements.
	Training assessments carried out at weekends or at candidates convenience.
	Very competitive prices based on the individuals training requirements, (VAT not applicable).
	Provision of an easy to study and comprehensive Theory Training Pack provided, including an up-to-date D.S.A manual and Hazard perception video clips.
	Accommodation arranged at very competitive prices for those wishing to stay during the course.

The different types of training courses available are:-

B & E	Cars with trailer. For driving tests passed after 1.1.97 the driver is restricted to a motor vehicle with a MAM not exceeding 3500 kg having not more than 8 passenger seats with a trailer up to 750 kg.
C1	Medium sized vehicles. For driving tests passed after 1.1.97. Lorries between 3500 kg and 7500 kg with a trailer up to 750 kg.
C1 & E	Medium sized vehicles with trailer. Lorries between 3500 kg and 7500 kg with a trailer over 750 kg total weight not more than 12000 kg.
C	Large vehicles. Vehicles over 7500 kg with a trailer up to 750 kg.
C & E	Large vehicles with trailer. Vehicles over 7500 kg with a trailer over 750 kg.
D1	Minibuses. Vehicles between 9 and 16 passenger seats with a trailer up to 750 kg.
D1 & E	Minibuses with trailer. Vehicles between 9 and 16 seats with trailer over 750 kg. The combination weight must not exceed 12000 kg and the MAM of the trailer must not exceed the unladen weight of the towing vehicle.
D	Buses. Any bus with more than 16 passenger seats with a trailer up to 750 kg.
D & E	Buses with trailer. Any bus with more than 16 passenger seats with a trailer over 750 kg.

How to get started

Getting Started

	Complete an application form for a provisional L.G.V./P.C.V. Driving licence.
	Obtain a medical form completed by your doctor.
	Provisional licence application is free of charge.
	Forward the above along with your current Driving licence (recorded delivery) to D.V.L.C, Swansea, SA99 1BR.

The Next Stage

	Once you receive your licence from the D.V.L.C, contact Andrew to arrange an assessment HGV drive.
	At the completion of the assessment, he will be in a position to establish your training requirements and provide you with a realistic course cost.
	The theory test has to be passed before the practical driving test. To assist study towards the theory test and hazard perception test, Andrew will provide you with an up-to-date D.S.A. manual that contains a very helpful and comprehensive question and answer bank. Alternatively you can visit the D.S.A. Web site at www.driving-tests.co.uk
	Andrew will allow you time to prepare and book your theory test at your local location. He will also book your practical test and issue course training dates on the assessment drive, if you require.

B&E Car and Trailer Training and Test

Car and Trailer Towing Training for the B+E Test

	If you passed your car test after 1st January 1997 you are only permitted to tow a trailer up to 750kg or a M.A.M. of 3500kg.
	To lift this restriction on your licence you must pass the D.S.A. practical test B&E Car and Trailer.
	No theory test is required but you must hold a full car licence Category B.
	Andrew will provide professional comprehensive practical training to reach the D.S.A. test standard. He will also book your practical driving test at the completion of training.

Tel: +44(0)1896 822452
e-mail: info@activitiesinscotland.com