The training program is a 1 day course. This breaks out to 1/2 day classroom, supported by 1/2 day practical component.

Topics Covered Include:

Define Preventable Collision
Understand the Policy – Back in, Drive out
Mirrors – how to use them
When backing
When driving
When using a guide
Steps to make backing safe - every time
Visibility – what you need to see
Communication
Use of Ground Guides
Guide Positioning
Hand Signals*
Signals in Night or Day
Hazards Associated with Ground Guide

*NOTE: If the Municipality/Organization does not have a policy for backing, Ground Force will provide a standard operating procedure and a one page policy insert for backing.

Hands-On Activities:

The students will be taken outside for hands-on practice/review on what was taught during the classroom portion. The trainer will provide constructive feedback and reinforcement and relate the training to job requirements.  Therefore, the trainee will immediately be able to apply their new knowledge and skills gained in the training session directly to their job environment.

Field / Practical Exercises:

Obstacle course with mirrors
Obstacle course with ground guide
Visibility Exercise