Frequently Asked Questions

 

What are the requirements for the licences?

Before you can learn to drive, you must have:

 

 

 

 

 What does it allow me to drive?

HR: A motor vehicle that has 3 or more axles and a gross vehicle mass greater than 8 tonnes.

 

 

HC: A prime mover to which is attached a single semi-trailer plus any unladen converter dolly, or rigid motor vehicle attached to a trailer that has a gross vehicle mass greater than 9 tonnes plus any unladen converter dolly.

 

 

MC: Any heavy combination unit towing two or more trailers, each having a gross vehicle mass greater than 9 tonnes. Multi-Combination vehicle driver assessments are conducted by private training organisations.     

 

 

                                

 

MOTORCYCLE:

  • MOPED (R-N) - is a motorcycle that is designed so as not to be capable of a speed exceeding 50 km/h and either has an engine capacity not exceeding 50cc; or is not powered by a piston engine.

 

 

  • LAMS (R-E) - A Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme (LAMS) approved motorcycle with an engine capacity not exceeding 660 cc and with a power to weight ratio not exceeding 150 kW/t (with foot or hand operated clutch).

 

 

  • OPEN CLASS (R) - A motorcycle with an engine capacity exceeding 660 cc or a power to weight ratio exceeding 150 kW/t.

 

 

What’s the process of getting my licence through ETA?

  • Make a booking via the contact form, or admin@esperancetrainingassessing.com.au , or give us a call on the 0409 772 694.
  • Complete the forms required and provide the documents needed
  • Study the ‘Welcome Pack’ we give to all students
  • Complete theory questions
  • Complete practical training
  • Be assessed by a DOT approved assessor
  • If competent you will obtain a Statement of Attainment
  • You take the statement of attainment along other supporting documentation supplied by ETA to the department of transport and your drivers licence will be upgraded

 

What are my training options?

Flexible training options include hourly lessons over several weeks or a package where the learner can book in for a 1 or 2-Day Course. The learner can complete assessments or licence test at the completion of the course. Typically, this sort of training is applicable to truck licences.

 

Motorcycle training

Motorcycle training is generally by the hour. Practical assessments are still completed by the Department of transport.

 

HR course (Heavy Rigid)

Two Hourly lessons are the preferred method of training. Experience will prove any longer in the truck and the student will not be able to retain the trainers' instructions and recommendation.

 

HC course (Heavy Combination)

The HC course is available as one or two-day courses. One day is for the more experienced operators who are competent with a road ranger gearbox as well as some experience in the pre-start of the vehicle and trailer, coupling and uncoupling of the trailer and are confident in reversing the truck and trailer 70 metres in a straight line. The two-day course is aimed at the less experienced drivers with the pre-start, uncoupling / coupling of the trailer, reversing, mid trip inspections and the handling of the larger vehicle during the on the road assessment.

 

MC course ( Multi Combination )

The MC course is available as a one or two-day course depending on the individuals previous experience.

 

When do I need to pay?

Each individual learns at a different pace (determined by experience, confidence etc, ). This is the main reason we can not predict how many lessons you will require to obtain your Licence.  An invoice will be emailed to you, or your company on completion of your Practical Driving Assessment.

What if I cancel?

You may cancel or reschedule your booking, however if you fail to give at least 24hrs notice you will be charged accordingly.

 

What if I have Prior Experience?

The RPL process is a means of acknowledging competency for work, study or like skills previously acquired and which are relevant to the unit of competency.

 

Assessment for Recognition of Prior Learning must:

  • Meet the requirements of the relevant Training Package or accredited course.
  • Be conducted in accordance with the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence, and
  • Meet workplace and, where relevant, regulatory requirements
  • Once the student has been assessed as competent, they will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.