"I asked around the industry about driver training and invariable heard Tri-County's name first." Nelson Bowe "I did my homework on other companies, and Tri-County seemed head and shoulders above the rest." Jason Pautler "I highly recommend the Tri-County Truck Driver School because of their knowledge, great classroom interaction, superb on-the-road training ability and high professional attitude which made the course a success" Norm Rumpel
	TRI-COUNTY TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING
	Introduction A-Z Licence Course Outline Training Equipment Accreditation D-Z Licence Course Outline Training Equipment Accreditation
	INTRODUCTION Training for the 21st Century! Careers in the trucking and transport industry can be very rewarding. And, the demand for qualified drivers has never been greater. That's where Tri-County Truck Driver Training comes in. Since 1978, we have offered the most complete and comprehensive truck training courses in Ontario through our Cambridge training facilities. During this time, more than 7,500 students have successfully graduated from our program. And, nine out of ten Tri-County students find employment in the industry, within 10-15 days of graduation. The reason? Tri-County is committed to turning out the best possible driver. Through a unique combination of in-class, in-yard, in-vehicle and skid school lessons, we cover the topics in demand by today's competitive trucking industry. As a result, Tri-County Truck Driver Training provides employers with drivers who have a good grounding in both the theoretical and practical side of the business. This translates into higher levels of profitability - for both the driver and the company. Real life training for real life driving - that's the Tri-County Truck Driver Training advantage! Back to top
	COURSE OUTLINE (A-Z LICENCE)
	1.	In class theory- 65 hours
	2 Day Approved Air Brake Endorsement basic vehicle operation border crossing procedures cargo security log books & hours of service rules customer service dangerous goods defensive driving fire extinguisher training map reading night driving pre-trip inspection skid control training 1^st Aid Training trip planning fuel saving techniques pre-trip inspections coupling & uncoupling handling driver fatigue
	2.	In vehicle - four weeks of in-vehicle training, your choice of one-on-one or group training
	learn to double clutch a multi-gear transmission turns in light traffic backing straight backing between trailers parallel parking freeway driving city driving stopping and starting on hills turns in heavy traffic running commentary driving passing and overtaking gear recovery techniques preparing for a company road test preparing for a Drive Test road test
	3.	Skid control training - one day (8 hours)
	skid control in wet and dry conditions cornering techniques jack knife control and recovery counter steering evasive action
	Back to top
	TRAINING EQUIPMENT All trucks have crew cabs designed for up to 3 students so you can choose one on one or group training. To ensure your truck training course is a safe one, all trucks are equipped with dual braking system on instructor's side for tractor and trailer brakes. In addition, all trailers carry various levels of weight to show you how shifting, stopping and starting procedures change under differing load conditions.
	1.	9 tractors with a variety of transmissions
	2.	15 trailers from 40 to 53 feet
	3.	Other
	Working air brake board Transmission parts for hands-on use Brake Components for hands-on use
	Back to top
	ACCREDITATION Upon completion from Tri-County Truck Driving Training, you will receive:
	Certificate recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training Skid school certificate Air brake endorsement certificate Resume First Aid Certificate Income tax receipt
	Back to top
	COURSE OUTLINE (D-Z LICENCE)
	1.	In class - one week (53 hours)
	2 day approved air brake endorsement border crossing procedures pre-trip inspections basic vehicle operation log books cargo security defensive driving dangerous goods map reading trip planning hands on experience in our yard with the trucks you will be driving
	2.	In vehicle - 16 hours of personal instruction time
		If part-time training is preferred, please call us about our flexible training schedule at 1-800-265-0400
	Back to top
	TRAINING EQUIPMENT Training for the D-Z licence takes place in a multi-gear straight truck.
	Back to top
	ACCREDITATION Upon completion of our "DZ" training course at Tri-County Truck Driving Training, you will receive:
	Air Brake Endorsement Certificate Straight Truck Course Certificate Resume Income tax receipt Job search assistance
	Back to top
| Home | Driving School | Forklift Training | Skid Control | Links | Corporate Info | Contact Us | © 2001, Tri-County Truck Driver Training Site Credits