OLAT stands for Operator Licence Awareness Training. It is a training course designed to provide individuals with an understanding of the legal requirements and responsibilities that come with operating a commercial vehicle on public roads. The course covers a range of topics related to the operation of commercial vehicles, including driver and vehicle regulations, operator licensing, and roadworthiness requirements.
The purpose of the OLAT course is to help individuals who are responsible for managing or supervising commercial vehicle operations to gain a better understanding of the regulations and requirements that apply to their role. The course aims to ensure that those responsible for commercial vehicle operations are able to comply with relevant laws and regulations and promote road safety.
An OLAT (Operator Licence Awareness Training) course is typically for individuals who work as transport managers, supervisors, or those who are responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles. The course is designed to provide them with the knowledge and skills required to ensure their compliance with regulations and laws relating to the operation of commercial vehicles on public roads. The OLAT course is also suitable for individuals who are considering a career in the road transport industry or for those who want to refresh their knowledge on transport regulations.
Transport Managers should possess high-quality, professional knowledge to do their jobs effectively
What will you learn
- Updates to legislation
- Principles of Operator Licence system
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Transport Manager
- The OCRS system and score improvement
- Drivers' Hours Law
- Commercial Conduct
- Planned Preventive Maintenance
- Vehicle Taxation
- Plating & Testing
- Driver Licensing
- Traffic Regulations
- Insurance
Who is this course for
- Transport managers or supervisors who are responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles on public roads.
- Business owners or managers who own or operate a fleet of commercial vehicles.
- Individuals who are considering a career in the road transport industry or those who are new to the industry.
- Safety professionals who are responsible for managing and promoting safety within their organization's commercial vehicle operations.
Our online course provides you with:
- Access to our instructor led online Zoom course
- Recoridng of the attended session for reference following your course.
- Professional Development Units
- Certificate of Completion
