LR, MR, HR & HC TRUCK LICENCES
STARTING FROM $700
Ausload Shifting (ALS) are a registered training
organisation.
All our trainers and assessors are accredited and registered.
We are a family business established in 2000.
We are committed to providing the best training and assessment experience to our customers, creating safer and more efficient workplaces.
TO BOOK OR ENQUIRE CALL US NOW 0416 15 5052
Our training facility offers modern equipment and facilities for you to use or we can work onsite with you. Our services currently include Licences for Heavy vehicles, Earthmoving equipment and High risk work tickets.
While maintaining all SafeWork NSW and the Australian Skills Quality Authorities standards and policies, we will support and encourage a competent result.
We Provide:
- Support to students who want to improve their skills
- Support to other industry professionals for the compliant running of their business
We Offer:
- Small classes with increased machine time
- Flexible training plans to suit your needs
- The option of using our machines and facilities, or we can work onsite with you
- Flexible operating hours
- A personal experience
Operating in Western Sydney and surrounds
The HVCBAs available through our driving school include:
- LR – Light rigid – small buses or trucks
- MR – Medium rigid – Medium rigid trucks or buses
- HR – Heavy rigid – Heavy rigid trucks or buses(including articulated buses)
- HC – Heavy combination – Heavy articulated vehicles
- MC – Multi combination – B-doubles, prime mover, low loader dolly and low loader combinations, road trains
The following class information has been adapted from the RMS website http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/business-industry/heavy-vehicles/licence/index.html
LR – Light rigid
LR Vehicles Include:
- Small trucks with a gross vehicle mass (GVM) up to 8 tonnes. Any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes GVM
- Buses that seat more than 12 adults including the driver and a GVM up to 8 tonnes
To apply for a LR licence you must:
- Have held a class C licence (car licence), (except a learner licence) or equivalent for one year or more. Any time you have spent on a P1 licence counts, but you can’t practice to drive an LR vehicle, or upgrade to an LR licence until you hold a P2 or full class C licence.
- Pass the LR knowledge test
- Pass an eyesight test
- Successfully complete HVCBA, or pass a Roads and Maritime driving test
MR – Medium rigid
MR Vehicles Include:
- Trucks and buses with a GVM more than 8 tonnes and two axles
- Any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes GVM
To apply for an MR licence you must:
- Have held a class C licence (car licence), (except a learner licence) or equivalent for one year or more. Any time you have spent on a P1 licence counts, but you can’t practice to drive an MR vehicle, or upgrade to an LR licence until you hold a P2 or full class C licence.
- Pass the MR knowledge test
- Pass an eyesight test
- Successfully complete HVCBA, or pass a Roads and Maritime driving test
HR – Heavy rigid
HR Vehicles Include:
- Trucks and buses with a GVM more than 8 tonnes, and three or more axles
- Any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes GVM
- Bendy buses. Even though these vehicles are articulated, they’re treated as a rigid vehicle
To apply for an HR licence you must:
- Have held a class C licence (car licence), (except a learner licence) or equivalent for two years or more. Any time you have spent on a P1 licence counts, but you can’t practice to drive an HR vehicle, or upgrade to an LR licence until you hold a P2 or full class C licence.
- Pass the HR knowledge test
- Pass an eyesight test
- Successfully complete HVCBA, or pass a Roads and Maritime driving test
HC – Heavy combination
HC Vehicles Include:
- Articulated vehicles with three or more axles
- Heavy rigid vehicle trailer combinations including unladen dolly, with three or more axles
- Any towed trailer with a GVM more than 9 tonnes
To apply for a HC licence you must:
- Have held a MR or HR licence or equivalent for one year or more. Any time you have spent on a P2 MR or HR licence counts, but you cannot practice driving a HC vehicle or upgrade to a HC licence until you hold a full class MR or HR licence
- Pass the HC knowledge test
- Pass an eyesight test
- Successfully complete HVCBA, or pass a Roads and Maritime driving test
MC – Multi combination
MC Vehicles Include:
- B-doubles
- Prime mover, low loader dolly and low loader trailer combinations
- Road trains
To apply for a MC licence you must:
- Have held a HR or HC licence or equivalent for at least one year. Any time you have spent on a P2 HR licence counts, but you can’t practice driving a MC vehicle or upgrade to a MC licence until you hold a full class HR or HC licence.
- Pass a MC knowledge test
- Pass an eyesight test
- Successfully complete HVCBA. If you hold a HR licence, You’ll need to pass a HC assessment before you can start MC training
- Pass a medical examination
Courses we offer include:
Assessment for Heavy Vehicles
Training & Assessment for Earthmoving Equipment
High Risk work tickets for Forklift trucks & Elevated Work Platforms (EWP)
TO BOOK OR ENQUIRE CALL US NOW 0416 15 5052
FAQS
What do I need to bring with me on the day?
- You need a current drivers licence
- A learner logbook issued by RMS
- Wear closed in shoe
- High Visibility clothing ( a vest can be supplied )
- Site facilities
- Tea, Coffee and Cold drinks supplied
- Heating food facilities
- Toilets
- A quiet and friendly environment
How long will it take me to get my licence?
- Majority of Auto and Synchro gear boxes can be completed in 1 day
- Road Ranger gear box will require you to attend for 2 days
What if I do not have my Learners logbook from RMS?
- You need to book your knowledge test online
At: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/book-driver-or-rider-licence-test
Do I need to study for my knowledge test?
- It is recommended, the test has a fee associated of $47.00 per attempt
Can I download the knowledge questions for the RMS logbook?
- Yes, go to https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/documents/roads/licence/driver-knowledge-test-questions-heavy-rigid.pdf
Can I practice on my phone?
- Yes, download a phone app Lapp Pro NSW DKT test