Our truck driver training courses offer expertise on a wide range of configurations.

We focus on the operation of heavy rigid vehicles to heavy vehicle combinations as well as light rigid vehicles.

All three truck driver training courses are in line with TETA Accreditation. The trucking industry has an array of options. Each Trucking operator has specific Clients and needs.

Impilo 4x4 driver training is able to meet the trucking operator at the point of their need in terms of the training of their drivers.

Impilo 4x4 plays a role in driver training in the Forestry industry focusing on the training of operators who use heavy 4x4 and 6x6 trucks as a tool of the trade. These trucks are specialised in many ways as most double up with a range of implements.

The aim of the anti-hijack course is to equip the learner with practical exercise solutions to avoid and/or better handle a possible hijacking situation.

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• Understand why hijacking occurs

• Understand the modus operandi of hijackers

• Understand the most popular and high risk spots and locations for hijacks

• Understand the statistical information and trends

• Understand how to reduce the risk of a hijack

• Understand the preventative action and survival plan

The introductory course is designed for both the novice driver and the seasoned off road driver.

Most aspects of 4x4 driving is included in the course. The course is designed to educate and inform the driver of the vehicles limitations, the impact on the environment, ensuring respect to fauna and flora, other off road users, the local community and rules are adhered to all the time.

Drivers are given the opportunity to enjoy off road driving responsibly under controlled environments.

The course caters for all makes of 4x4 vehicles. All drivers are better equipped to approach most obstacles with a greater awareness to the line of approach, the hazards and risks along the obstacle, the emergency escape route, the correct gear selection, correct breaking technique, reliance on engine breaking and correct usage of clutch and steering position.

Traction versus momentum is covered with emphasis on the various off road driver aids available in the modern off road vehicle.

The driver takes away a wealth of knowledge which will be beneficial for future off road driving.

Most drivers return for refresher courses, some return during the change or upgrading of vehicles.
4x4 vehicles are constantly evolving as motor manufactures find new ways to satisfy the growing market of off road drivers.

The duration of course can be designed according to the client's availability. The options are 1 day or 2 days' duration.

Advanced Driver Training

Drivers have the opportunity of experiencing the skid pan, including emergency lane changes, collision avoidance, emergency breaking and high speed driving skills under the guidance of our professional instructors.

The course is conducted on a specially designed high speed test track.

Recovery Course

The course incorporates most aspects of off road recovery.
Drivers are introduced to recovery aids during the practical course.
The correct operation of a winch, recovery straps, high lift jacks and air jacks and recovery points are covered.

The dangers and hazards of recovery are strongly emphasized.
The duration of the course is 1 day.

Team Building

An excellent opportunity to test your skill against work colleges, family members, fellow team members, social clubs, school groups or other companies.

Team building can be designed to cater for the individuals needs.