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Originally Posted by Rossba
With all the tech talk at the start of this thread just backs my thoughts that we should have a licence to tow a trailer. The weights, weight distribution, tow rate, tie downs should all be taught in the course. Just like going for a truck licence.
I have been with and seen so many people that shouldn't tow a trailer.
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I have just done my Heavy Rigid Truck License. It means I can drive most trucks not including semis/bdouble's etc.
I can tell you I had to complete a 10 question theory questionnaire at QLD Transport (I found it more difficult to find a park than the questions asked!) and do a practical test which was for 1hr.
Certainly I have had to satisfy some degree of knowledge and understanding ...but it was hardly rocket science.... Personally, it felt a little bit too easy imo considering the weight and capacity of what I'm now legally able to drive.
Oh, if curious as to why I went and got a HR license considering I drive a desk all day.... well I just hope with experience it makes me a safer and more competent road user... cant hurt.
Spookypt