C+E | Class 1 - How to Couple and Uncouple a trailer!

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  • Couple and Uncouple? Hitch and unhitch? Trailer drop? Different terms to describe the same part of the DVSA C+E test. This with the C+E reversing exercise is a must pass so be ready for it! In this video we walk you round and explain everything you need to know to leave you feeling confident to do your next one...
    Whether you are starting your first C+E lorry job, been doing it for years, or will be training soon to get your C+E | Class 1 licence there will be something in this video for you.
    If you don't have your C+E licence, or even your Category C licence, why not drop us a message and ask how we can help you gain your licence for life -
    www.nationaldrivingcentre.co.uk/

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  • @doitnow2
    @doitnow2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    Having completed 46 years of truck driving. One thing I would like to add to your checks. Is to shine a torch across the 5th wheel pin, to see that the bar has come across. It's stood me in good stead for all those years and it takes a second to do.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      A very good point Ray I hope everyone takes it on board. 👍👍👍👍👍

    • @paulie5076
      @paulie5076 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Agreed 🤘

    • @johnmayberry7669
      @johnmayberry7669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No wonder l left a shite industry.. christ you wouldn't be in a job long if you spent so much time on a trailer check before you left the yard

    • @tlangdon12
      @tlangdon12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@johnmayberry7669 I think you are missing the point that this is an instructional video for people about to take their test for the first time. The examiner wants to see a professional driver doing things profressionally; certainly not dawdling but not going so fast that vital checks might be missed.

    • @134StormShadow
      @134StormShadow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I take it there are no reverse or fog lights on your trailers then???

  • @Ugo4jog
    @Ugo4jog ปีที่แล้ว +21

    About to start my C+E, these videos are helping me understand aspects. Love the clear calm delivery keep up the good work 👍

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Ross. Best of luck for the training, hope all goes well. 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @GRFC1872
    @GRFC1872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Doing a one day refresher next week to get back into a bit of C+E ,these videos are fantastic

  • @Patrick-fp2jz
    @Patrick-fp2jz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the video got my class 1 test Thursday morning. Watching your videos in the evenings are helping me keep all the info in my head

  • @kaleem669
    @kaleem669 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Very Friendly and Educated staff. A Great training company.. Keep up the Good Work.

  • @thomasfromswindon7609
    @thomasfromswindon7609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I was told to pull forward a foot, then lower air suspension before pulling away.

    • @schnozz87
      @schnozz87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It does seem that doesn't often get taught, but most experienced drivers I see do exactly that. Drop the suspension, get under the trailer, lift the suspension back to to take the trailer's weight, and vice versa when dropping it.
      Saves smashing up the mudguards and also taking the weight off the trailer legs means you don't risk bending them when doing your tug test (I've done that, couldn't wind the legs up, absolute nightmare)...

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes this is not unusual, it is called a close quarter uncouple. Previously we did do this because we had a refrigerated trailer. With regards to the suspension that can come down to company policy or safe system of work. We do not use that due to skids on the tractor unit these are designed to do this job perfectly. If the rain and spray suppression is making contact with the trailer then this can be removed.

    • @Jesswoolliss
      @Jesswoolliss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Been a shunting on a dock for 13 years, self taught on these, I always lift as u go under, an lower as I leave a trailer, in the real world drivers don't leave an inch, doing my hgv tests next month old habits an all that ☹

  • @markduggan3004
    @markduggan3004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks guys. I’m just about to start my HGV journey. These videos are so helpful. Thanks again

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're more than welcome Mark hope all goes well and good luck. 👍👍👍👍

  • @raithrover1976
    @raithrover1976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Back when i passed my class1 in 2009, you had to learn and sit your test with a manual gearbox. I was asked to do some yard shunting soon after passing my test and struggled a little with the auto box having been used to using a clutch pedal! Needless to say, i put the vehicle in D rather than crawler mode and took off from under the trailer like a greyhound gong after a mechanical rabbit😂

  • @wheelsonroad9367
    @wheelsonroad9367 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the demonstration.....really appreciated your efforts team

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We will make more to help and if you have any recommendations let us know!

  • @user-ob5mf2qt2c
    @user-ob5mf2qt2c ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent videos Paul and Keith really helped passed C+E yesterday thanks.

  • @andrewkerr7795
    @andrewkerr7795 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had my test on Wednesday used this video to double check all the correct procedures one last time before heading in past both tests first time thanks for that last minute hand 😃

  • @thefiniwini
    @thefiniwini 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video guys! thank you so much and all the best!

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Ricardo. Hope all is going well.👍👍👍👍

  • @truckerwhitney
    @truckerwhitney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video, I will watch this even more so it sticks in my head Doing class 1 December so this will help thanks guys.

  • @gordonbishop1981
    @gordonbishop1981 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cheers, just watching a few of your videos as a refresher as Im driving for work for the very first time on monday 😬

  • @mrknowitall126
    @mrknowitall126 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Started my c+E this morning. Mastered the reverse manoeuvre ready for the test tomorrow. Using your videos as content to build the confidence up. Thank you!!

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great work. Best of luck, hope all goes well. 👍👍👍🤞🤞🤞

    • @edi8656
      @edi8656 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you get on with test mate I'm starting soon

    • @mrknowitall126
      @mrknowitall126 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@edi8656 reversing bit is easy bro. Just listen to your instructor and he’ll tell u exsctly what references to use when reversing. Took a few attempts to pass the driving bit though cos whacked a kerb few times lol but got there in the end

  • @AD-cn2uw
    @AD-cn2uw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Past my Class 1 today! And this video helped with that! So thank you .

  • @arnold9526
    @arnold9526 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i DID MY BUS LICENCE WITH YOU GUYS AND PASSED FIRST TIME. Looking forward to starting my HGV2 training soon ;-D

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Graham, Hope all is well and safe. Looking forward to having you back.👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @twmlloyd5257
    @twmlloyd5257 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another cracking video,, be watching this non stop and taking notes , Diolch yn fawr, Thanks both

  • @damianr3122
    @damianr3122 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much appreciated Keith for helping me get my hiab see you next for my class 1 cheers mate

  • @DjSkipAlexander
    @DjSkipAlexander ปีที่แล้ว

    All your videos have been a massive help and now I hope to have this test also in 2 weeks lol

  • @dorintamas7286
    @dorintamas7286 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Got my reverse training tomorrow so im watching this for my personal knowledge. 10x for posting it. !

  • @RobertMihalache
    @RobertMihalache 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent work! Thanks guys

  • @HoedownFTW
    @HoedownFTW ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, I've been passed 3 months now but never really had to do it at work. Have got to do it this week and your video help remind me on the process 👍

  • @Mark-5464
    @Mark-5464 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Its good practice to drop the air out the unit when dropping a trailer. Ive damaged mudguards by not doing it. When picking up a trailer you should also drop the air out the unit then reverse under stopping short of the kingpin.. raise unit suspension all the way then back into kingpin (that way no damage to legs when doing tugtest and no grease all over) all this should be on test

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Mark, appreciate the input! The procedure in the video is a more in depth account of what is needed for the DVSA driving test. But there could always be more info added.

    • @robbiemurderingminion2556
      @robbiemurderingminion2556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is the way I do it using the air system I find it protects the mudguards and lights better.

    • @neilwarden7973
      @neilwarden7973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NationalDrivingCentre
      If you have a loaded trailer, the distance from the legs to the headboard can 'droop', therefore if leaving a gap under the legs this can result in the underside of the rubbing plate damaging the mud guards and tail lights once clear of the 5th wheel. (been there done that...)
      When coupling up, by leaving the landing legs short of the ground, the 5th wheel scrapes the grease off the 5th wheel on to the edge of the rubbing plate. When the driver stands on the catwalk to plug in the suzies, you can get the grease on the leg of your jeans, which can then can transfer to inside the cab. jeans ruined, grease inside the cab... not good.
      Not a criticism on your teachings, but DVSA need to come into the real world. These are skills for life, which should be done correctly or could result in serious injury or damage.

    • @neilwarden7973
      @neilwarden7973 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Once coupled up to the trailer and taking a forward 'shunt' or 2, to ensure the king pin is engaged, if the landing legs are still on the ground, this can cause undue stress on the legs and mechanism.

    • @BrianV-ie4mw
      @BrianV-ie4mw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@neilwarden7973 Yes.. With a heavy loaded trailer the legs DO need to be wound all the way down and then the suspension lowered. If not the trailer nose may be too low to get under again. There is also the danger of shooting the unit out if lowering it on the run-up ramps.

  • @AFCbailey
    @AFCbailey ปีที่แล้ว

    I completed my reversing and re-coupling test a bout a week ago, and I just finished my C+E road test with zero faults. Absolutely delighted with it. Only thing is the vehicle I had to use was a drawbar unit (like two Class 2’s stuck together). I am worried when I go to workwith normal artics I’m going to struggle, so I’m binging all these videos to help me out! 😂

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว

      This is very true, and this is the problems we have with certain training schools. You'll find a lot of companies will carry out assessments when you start and often what they do is separate a tractor and trailer and ask you to put it back together. This is a good indicator to see if you are familiar with these units. If you have any questions or problems, please give us a call. We are here to help. Kind Regards Paul 👍👍 and great work on the pass.

  • @bridgerectifier7711
    @bridgerectifier7711 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know nothing about trucks or driving, but I am about to buy a used trailer for storage and this is a very useful vid to familiarize myself with. Thank you very much.

  • @ashterfadgadget817
    @ashterfadgadget817 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Nice and clear with good advice. Thanks.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much 👍👍 this is exactly what it's therefore.

  • @misslums
    @misslums 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video! Very helpful x

  • @paulosgood5565
    @paulosgood5565 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watched your videos on reverse and uncouple and the recouping. Passed my 3a today . Thanks

  • @LukeW1090
    @LukeW1090 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for doing these videos! I have my medical booked next weekend and trying to do some forward reading/watching to know what to expect. Thanks for all the info :)

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      When lockdown ends and you have your new licence back with provisional Luke, give us a call!

    • @scalezi
      @scalezi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      forget taking the medical Luke, you do not need one to unload a truck. take my advice go get a job at Aldi and get paid more and better thought of.

    • @clivegrah
      @clivegrah 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NationalDrivingCentre DONT DO IT LUKE...These clowns have not got a fuckin clue...... Fuckin Amateurs..... makes a mockery of the Transport Industry......

    • @1RebelDog1
      @1RebelDog1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@scalezi 18 pounds an hour in Aldi? and have to listen to gender neutral people with faces full of metal all day, no thanks, i'll drive my truck thanks :)))))

    • @scalezi
      @scalezi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@1RebelDog1 crack on mate, wonder if you will think the same in a few years? good luck.

  • @Craig6623
    @Craig6623 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Had already passed my test and have beeb driving class 2s for the past 6 months, however I'm going into a class 1 soon and the last time i coupled a trailer was for my test so I'm just refreshing my memory 😂 Thank you guys

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much. Best of luck for the new job 👍👍👍👍

  • @MalkeetSingh-cc5ft
    @MalkeetSingh-cc5ft ปีที่แล้ว

    I see your all videos is it very helpful for all new drivers

  • @Cjpikey
    @Cjpikey ปีที่แล้ว

    Just my lessons and practical test to do I feel like these videos will help a lot Thankyou for the vids

  • @harmonyrelaxingmusic4210
    @harmonyrelaxingmusic4210 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for doing this video ! 👍

  • @keritrigg8416
    @keritrigg8416 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video.. used as a refresher before job interview

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. Good luck🤞🤞🤞🤞

    • @Roy-rr5ds
      @Roy-rr5ds 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too. Thanks guys

  • @amitrathore3697
    @amitrathore3697 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome 👏 from Montreal,very informative video.. really appreciate it👌

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. We hope all is going well overthere. Thank you for the comment.

  • @alanthurley6061
    @alanthurley6061 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very interesting I didn't know there was so much to do before you took the truck out onto the main road, you live and learn. Alan/Liverpool.

  • @artclick2868
    @artclick2868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you.
    Very professional :)

  • @celticbassman6890
    @celticbassman6890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid lads . Thanks for this 👍

  • @kenwkls6392
    @kenwkls6392 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    im seriously looking into driving HGVS. your videos are great.

  • @thetrucksimchap
    @thetrucksimchap 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video! 👍

  • @herbertsommer1376
    @herbertsommer1376 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simple and criteria, great explanation gents.

  • @franticstorm7411
    @franticstorm7411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Now try that with a fridge trailer! And that must be the first time I have ever seen a driver not using gloves. All trailer power and air lines start of nice and clean but a few really tight turns and a bit of screwing around, those lines can get covered in grease.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, with regards to personal protective equipment this always comes down to company policy (it is not the law to wear gloves). It is always reminded when you turn up to a company to read the safe systems of work or method statement with regards to PPE. 👍👍👍👍 As long as your hand held equipment is kept clean and tidy, (Like ours is) then no transfer of dirt to the steering wheel.

    • @georges60
      @georges60 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@NationalDrivingCentre Probably you didn't notice the grease on your colleague's hands. And PPE is imposed by the law.(Health and Safety at Work Act).Imagine touching this freezing iron in minus degrees during the winter.

    • @clivegrah
      @clivegrah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ITS NOT THE LAW TO WEAR GLOVES????? ITS HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENT....I WILL CLIMB IN AND MY HANDS WILL BE FILTHY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL...FUCKIN PAIR OF DICK HEADS....

    • @icslegion
      @icslegion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@clivegrah I was about to say that. he opend the tractor door to put the trailer plate with the hands full of grease.

    • @earlgrey691
      @earlgrey691 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Pretty darn stupid on stilts to eschew the gloves tbh ? who needs a cacky steering wheel ? Bit of bogus machismatry going down here methinx ? l usually lubricate the male suzy (oerr)... with a finger scrape of grease from the trailer front to enable an easier purchase and avoiding risking a back strain issue as some plugs can be fairly unyielding at times.

  • @Setinmywaysalways
    @Setinmywaysalways 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good verbal instruction / Would be happy to attend your course.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Robert, we would be happy to have you👍👍👍👍

  • @user-cp8my3zx9o
    @user-cp8my3zx9o 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, very educational.

  • @matthewcalder1102
    @matthewcalder1102 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Done my cpc infeb 2020.. then covid, i drove 7,5 4 10 yrs.. really good video , no messin....alot to know . , they know .

  • @troydavies7311
    @troydavies7311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect videos guys, u couldnt of made that any better, has to b the best one ive watched on here.. got my lessons and test next week. The nerves are slowly setting in. Need / really want to pass.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Troy👍👍👍👍. Best of luck for the training🤞🤞🤞.

    • @troydavies7311
      @troydavies7311 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NationalDrivingCentre thank you Paul. Ive been watching all your videos all weekend prepping myself 👍🏽👍🏽

  • @AD-cn2uw
    @AD-cn2uw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video guys , very informative. I'm doing my class 1 in June so its good to do some homework.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Good luck for the course👍👍👍

    • @nobbynomad2010
      @nobbynomad2010 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you passed ok and now gaining useful experience on the road. I passed my class one way back in 1980 in the RAF. Demobbed in 1987 and driving in civilian life. During the early years there was still a honeymoon period which I enjoyed but it soon became very monotonous and for many years I was on prozac, I needed a change of direction whilst still utilising my HGV 1 license. I managed to find a job in the Conference and Exhibition sector and within days was driving an IBM trailer around Europe, parking up for sometimes a week at a time. When finding the particular venue we had to rig the trailer ready for use which took a couple of hours. I loved this job and thought I had the best job in the world but it got even better. During this time I was in contact with many people in this industry and soon had a little black book of contacts. Long story short I found the address for HR at Formula one management in Biggin hill. Sent in a CV, secured and interview and then a job as a F1 driver/rigger. This position took me all around the globe starting in Australia in February and finishing in Japan in October. During closed season we refurbished the equipment before the next season. That lasted for three seasons before I went and explored pastures new. I got myself a job in the Rock and Roll industry as a touring driver with the bands (Yes you will have heard of most, if not all of them). The point of my story is to say, if you have a class one license you will rarely be out of work and the license can lead onto some really exciting ways to expand your skills whilst earning a very good living.(I retired at 60) I learned how to rig an television broadcast centre, rudimentary TV camera skills in F1 and also in the Rock and Roll job, spotlight operator on and off stage (Yes, sometimes being part of the act on stage) I loved this stage of my working life but if I'd never made the positive change, who knows I may still be on the prozac.

  • @justaaveragegamer4k883
    @justaaveragegamer4k883 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Very informative.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very kind thank you so much, glad it helps.👍👍👍

  • @manpreetdhaliwal2905
    @manpreetdhaliwal2905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always great information really gud way of teaching thank you

  • @stevebarter4221
    @stevebarter4221 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im revising to take me theroy next week and LGV Multible test. and revising using the books. Very Helpful information and Thank You...! 😎

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great work Steve best of luck for the test hope all goes well.👍👍👍

  • @Kurdisheboy2009
    @Kurdisheboy2009 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like to say thank you both you doing great job You doing well I like to what you doing Actually doing so much safety showing

  • @typhoon-7
    @typhoon-7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    No idea why I'm watching this - I work on the railway. But what amazes me and I never really thought about it but there's more to hooking up one of these things than coupling together two modern trains.... This is more like coupling a loco to wagons or old carriages with buffers, chains, air and power lines. Fascinating.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your comment Mike. Would love to have a go at doing it with a loco 😬😬👍👍

  • @sebahaziz4800
    @sebahaziz4800 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am doing my class one soon , so I will updae you about the result . However, I am sure the your videos is helping me to pass . thanks

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for your comments. Best of luck for the test hope all goes well.👍👍👍👍

  • @addtee8061
    @addtee8061 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video got my test soon

  • @andyg817
    @andyg817 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent vid.. yes indeed, At our work the trailers can be full, /heavy, so when u un hitch i lower it down slowly with the air suspension,, onto the legs...
    the trailer rubbing plate, can hit the top of the rear wings.. !

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much. Yes, so true. And excellent top tip. 👍👍👍👍

  • @giftkondwanibanda3661
    @giftkondwanibanda3661 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Am in joying your teaching 🎉🎉

  • @lukebell476
    @lukebell476 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative video, recently passed class 1 but failed a drivers assessment when applying for a job due to getting flummoxed, discovering that trailer brakes are always in different places and then forgetting to do the rest of the trailer walk around. Should've watched this first to refresh my memory.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Luke. So sorry to hear that, i hope all goes well. 👍👍👍

  • @Magill2571
    @Magill2571 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One thing that I would say is when releasing the trailer break at the end of your checks is, that you wait for 5 seconds with your hand covering the break so you can re-apply it if the vehicle starts to move due to the cab break accidentally disengaging from the on position.

  • @troydavies7311
    @troydavies7311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video guys. Im itching to do my class one but being put off and worried about failing before ive even started.. ive been a class 2 driver for about 8 years and feel nows the time to do my class one

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much. Pop in for a free assessment to see.👍👍👍👍

    • @troydavies7311
      @troydavies7311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NationalDrivingCentre id love to but im here in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿.. ive been watching your videos on here, very formative and will help alot, thanks again 👍🏽👍🏽

  • @speedydor8131
    @speedydor8131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow that great video,Thank

  • @AD-cn2uw
    @AD-cn2uw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I must watch this video at the twice a Day, I'm doing my class 1 very soon I'm trying to do as much homework on the uncoupling and coupling procedure as I can along with the reversing exercise. Such an informative video and explained is great Detail.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. Best of luck for the test👍👍👍🤞🤞.

    • @ibrahimuhincha1457
      @ibrahimuhincha1457 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      where are you learning your course??

    • @AD-cn2uw
      @AD-cn2uw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ibrahimuhincha1457 I did my Training and passed with EP Training services.

    • @AD-cn2uw
      @AD-cn2uw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent, I did my class 1 with them . Great service.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AD-cn2uw 👍👍

  • @jayakadumudiyanse1896
    @jayakadumudiyanse1896 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely excellent

  • @rookiebird9382
    @rookiebird9382 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m an American trucker. The procedures are basically the same. While the mechanisms like airline couplers in European trucks are much more complicated than American trucks. Excellent work!

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your comment, hope all is going well stay safe.👍👍

  • @kalamataLJS
    @kalamataLJS 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    guys keep rocking thanks for the video

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much you're very kind we are glad it helps. 👍👍

  • @kulvindersingh5403
    @kulvindersingh5403 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful thanks guys

  • @andrewjohnson582
    @andrewjohnson582 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Doing class 1 training tomorrow, given me a good idea of what to expect, thank you

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Best of luck, hope all goes well 🤞🤞🤞👍👍👍

    • @andrewjohnson582
      @andrewjohnson582 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Passed 1st time thanks 😂

  • @gurpreetsingh-pg2bn
    @gurpreetsingh-pg2bn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Explained evrthing very nicely

  • @Glenn7719
    @Glenn7719 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Going from car to class 1. Ive done my theory, had my medical, done my cpc and got my two week practical course booked in next month. Sure, two weeks will be enough, the thing thats daunting me is ive never stepped foot in a lorry cab, ive never towed anything, not even a small trailer in a car. At the moment i drive for a living delivering cars, so i spend a lot of time on the roads and confident on them. But its like i am going into everything blind regarding lorries, hence why i am here to get some pointers.
    Thanks for the vid guys, will surely be watching plenty more in the coming month.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much for your kind words. Best of luck for your training.👍🤞

    • @Glenn7719
      @Glenn7719 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@NationalDrivingCentre First day today, done the reversing and this. A few different things. After pulling out the king pin, we're told to pull forward a few feet, then lower the trucks suspension until there is a gap between 5th wheel and the trailer, and then drive off, and the trucks suspension automatically raises. Then have to re-lower it when coupling back up, basically do it in reverse, move the tractor a few feet under, raise it with the remote so the legs come off the floor, then drive back locking it into the 5th wheel. And then two shunts forward after the trailer is locked in place, just to make sure.
      All in all, pretty much all the same. Thank you.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Great work yes there's always a little bit difference between companies and trucks. When you do end up at the firm you are employed with just check their companies safe systems of work as to the main routine.. 👍👍@@Glenn7719

    • @Glenn7719
      @Glenn7719 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@NationalDrivingCentre All done and passed my test. CV updated, Licence sent off, CPC done a couple of months ago and Digi tacho also sent off for, and all ready started applying for jobs. Ive got a bit of a safety net where my brother works, they take on new drivers, he's been there around 20 years and plus, he gets a £1000 bonus for referral. 👍 I live near Dartford, plenty of opportunities around with Tilbury docks, Purfleet, Thurrock etc, so fingers crossed, hopefully something comes up soon.
      And thanks for all your videos, ive watched quite a few of them over the past year, they've really helped me out, much appreciated.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely great work well done. Best of luck for the future. Hope all goes well thank you so much. 👍👍👍@@Glenn7719

  • @kathleenpearce2150
    @kathleenpearce2150 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    my father passed his hgv in the 70s and my brother about 15 years ago i have always wanted to but never had the money well happy to say i can finally make my dream come true and am just waiting for my provisional to come back so i can start my journey hoping to have my pass certificate by the end of the year

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great work best of luck for the future, hope your training goes well.👍👍👍👍

  • @eh3aneh3an61
    @eh3aneh3an61 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fully recommend 👌

  • @tseringzhaxi4316
    @tseringzhaxi4316 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your demonstration as I m take too long to the backward most of time

  • @zionmbomio4983
    @zionmbomio4983 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I passed my c+e by watching your videos

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much. And a big well done 👍👍👍👍

  • @TrshOnCrack
    @TrshOnCrack 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Massive help, the reversing video and this is really helpful, it was my first day training today the driving part is a piece of cake, was worried about reversing however I had a go today and went in first time I suppose it all comes with practice, got my test on Thursday, training 4h everyday until then and 2h before the test, hopefully a pass.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck Mario, We hope it all goes well. Thank you so much for your comments.

  • @badrulchowdhury1362
    @badrulchowdhury1362 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hats of to guys
    Thank you 😊

  • @JamesTamale-xs8pn
    @JamesTamale-xs8pn 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for that.

  • @1RebelDog1
    @1RebelDog1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Passed this part of my test today, when i got to the walkround of the vehicle, the examiner said, and i quote "ok, ok, its not an MOT, that'll do", only went half way down one side haha

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great work well done there's just no pleasing some examiners.😜😜

  • @humayunkabir1652
    @humayunkabir1652 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Many thanks

  • @aaronmccardie8795
    @aaronmccardie8795 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was shown first number plate ,park brake ,legs, sussies then pin, pull forward slightly then lower the air suspension then do in reverse and still do it to this day never failed me in 15 years.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Perfect routine. That is the key to this task. With regards to the suspension that can come down to company policy or safe system of work. We do not use that due to skids on the tractor unit.

    • @chrislamb4876
      @chrislamb4876 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think it matters what order you do it in, everyone works out their own system, except that pulling the pin should be the last thing you do when uncoupling, so the trailer's got the handbrake on and legs down before you release it from the unit. I worked with a guy years ago who was in the habit of pulling the pin as soon as he got out of the cab then doing the brakes, lines and legs. This was fine until one day he was parked on a slight backward slope, got out, pulled the pin, and a brand new milk tanker trailer slid off the back of the unit, dropped onto its knees, and ripped the front open on the back of the unit's chassis.

  • @bestdj2010
    @bestdj2010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Starting my c+e training next friday 🤞

  • @alixthefunk
    @alixthefunk 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good video guys thankyou

  • @balasubramaniampremnath5752
    @balasubramaniampremnath5752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video's it's really helpful

  • @gulmawazakhtar3968
    @gulmawazakhtar3968 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice and friendly help full

  • @Chris-iw4up
    @Chris-iw4up 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    it is very good to clean all tires with your hands and then transfer the dirt to the steering wheel.

  • @sine-nomine
    @sine-nomine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    When we take the C-E in Denmark, we always use a rigid truck and a dolly trailer. Except for a few exercises on dry/wet road on maneuver-day on the track, which is done in both rigid truck/dolly trailer and tractor/trailer.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s interesting, do you think it’s a better way of doing things?

    • @sine-nomine
      @sine-nomine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NationalDrivingCentre I think it is much more difficult to back up with a rigid truck/dolly trailer than it is with a tractor/trailer.
      So if you can back up with a rigid truck/dolly trailer, chances are that you are able to back up with a tractor/trailer. I wouldn't be so sure the other way around.
      I think that is one of the reasons why we use the rigid truck/dolly trailer. (Even though the combined vehicles in Denmark are probably 75 % tractor/trailers and 25 % rigid truck/dolly trailers).
      Another reason is probably that the driving centers already have a rigid truck for the C license courses. It's cheaper for them to simply slap a dolly trailer on it for the C-E, than having to buy a tractor/trailer in addition to the rigid truck.
      It's probably smartest using the more difficult way during learning, so one knows that one is able to handle all scenarios. We also use manual transmission instead of automatic.
      But I would have liked to at least having tried to couple/uncouple a tractor/trailer. That wasn't possible at my course.

    • @sine-nomine
      @sine-nomine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NationalDrivingCentre How much does it cost in your country?
      In Denmark a C license takes 30 weekdays and cost £ 4.000 and a C-E license takes 20 weekdays and cost £ 2.400. In addition are a few fees to photo, doctor, government, etc.

  • @brianbrown826
    @brianbrown826 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Years ago when doing my HGV 1 we were taught to disconnect the lines nearer to oneself so not leaning over and perhaps getting gunge on your clothes. When connecting start with the furthest one.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good call Brian. Got to keep yourself looking fresh!

    • @Jabber-ig3iw
      @Jabber-ig3iw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Doesn’t care about gunge otherwise he would wear gloves, obviously likes spending his working day with dirty hands, added flavour for when he has his sandwiches at lunchtime. And then leaving a dirty steering wheel for the next guy.

    • @MA-hc6mb
      @MA-hc6mb 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was taught that, too. Just this weekend at work the company I work for now has decided they want red airline first, then yellow, and yellow the red when coupling and uncoupling for safety. I see their logic, and so long as your unit's lines are mashed with grease or twisted to hell, it's probably a safer way of working.

    • @Trucker_MJ
      @Trucker_MJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a top tip that my mentor gave me on my 2 week assessment / induction ( My firm are very thorough & supportive) I am on frdges so split couples, a bit of a PIA taking the gloves on and off but it pays dividends to have clean hands & a clean steering wheels and grab handles. These are the smaller, finer details when we get on the road.

  • @majackslelo827
    @majackslelo827 ปีที่แล้ว

    VERY helpful

  • @Alex-wj9ho
    @Alex-wj9ho 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are great. Wish you were closer to Birmingham as I really wanna do my C and CE with you. Bit of a longshot but any Birmingham training centers you are familiar with and can recommend? Cheers. Keep up the good work!

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank so much Alex👍👍👍, Sorry unfortunately not. Worth the commute though😂😂😂

  • @petehalpin1157
    @petehalpin1157 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would love to be able to learn to drive a HGV and be able to help my country out in this desperate time of need for HGV DRIVERS but it's the cost to which I just simply can't afford right now 🤦‍♂️ BIG RESPECT TO YOU GUYS WHO ARE UNDER SO MUCH PRESSURE TO DELIVER 👊

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much👍👍👍

    • @petehalpin1157
      @petehalpin1157 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NationalDrivingCentre
      No!!! THANK YOU GUYS AND LADIES !!! Having to go above and beyond to deliver and you's do and should be Proud of YourSelfs Too. 🙌🤝👏👏

    • @normabloice894
      @normabloice894 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You may be able to get a company that will sponsor you, worth finding out

    • @truthisnotanopinion71
      @truthisnotanopinion71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You do realise you can get HGV training for free now! And go straight to a class 1 truck.

    • @truthisnotanopinion71
      @truthisnotanopinion71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jinx either you know something I don’t or you’re on another scheme. As of yet I’ve not paid a penny, had my medical and all three tests have been booked and paid for. And on a recent email they have told me that the funding has been allocated to me to do my CAT C , which was disappointing as I was lead to believe I was on the direct access to C+E.

  • @hamrazhamraz1584
    @hamrazhamraz1584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good jobb👍

  • @stanej5
    @stanej5 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good one

  • @benhiggins7390
    @benhiggins7390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not taking my test but going back on to the Arctic’s, this videos was helpful and reminded me of a few things… but seriously wear gloves lol, don’t be that guy that leaves the steering wheel disgusting because you can be bothered to wear gloves 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

    • @raithrover1976
      @raithrover1976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got asked to do a bit of yard shunting at my work (I'm a van driver with a class 1) and didn't have a pair of gloves. It took me weeks to grow the dirt out from under my fingernails.

  • @TheDog8876
    @TheDog8876 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Started my class 1 training today. 5 years on class 2, ADR and HIAB but still nervous and knowing it’s a whole different animal!

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great work, well done. Best of luck. Hope all goes well. 👍👍

  • @charlesdevangodisforeveryt6663
    @charlesdevangodisforeveryt6663 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir

  • @jamesnicholson2503
    @jamesnicholson2503 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant I'm into my lorries.

  • @stu82pendous
    @stu82pendous 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for all these videos guys, putting in for my Class two once the provisional is through I think I might even try for the Class one now because of these helpful videos

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Its worth a look at. thank you so much 👍👍👍.

  • @tonyhill3786
    @tonyhill3786 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video, but in America we always look to make sure the locking jaws are secure around the kingpin, and we always leave the landing gear handle loose after cranking gear down, that way it doesn't flip up and get jamed under the trailer rail when the next guy hooks it.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your input Toni. Much appreciated.👍👍

    • @neiltitmus9744
      @neiltitmus9744 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Had that last week recently back after 20 or so years away and took me a few minutes to work out how to unjam the jacking legs lever but lucky jacked up air suspension and the lever dropped into position

  • @johncone9516
    @johncone9516 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a near 70yr old lorry driver, one thing i have learnt over the years is if you future truckers intending to go tramping is instead of fitting the 5th wheel clip when coupling, fit a padlock through the hole. I have learnt there are some unscrupulous people about that will pull the pin while you are asleep. There are some people that don't check it in the morning.

    • @NationalDrivingCentre
      @NationalDrivingCentre  ปีที่แล้ว

      A very good point John, That really show the importance of a daily walk around check.
      Thank you so much 👍👍

  • @paulthrelfall9313
    @paulthrelfall9313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    When checking wheels its always good practice to use gloves so if there is a nail in the tyre you will not cause an injury to your hands

  • @asharimohamedfarah7910
    @asharimohamedfarah7910 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    good expaleination thankz