Course Description
AURTGA001 — Drive and manoeuvre trailers teaches participants the skills and knowledge required to safely drive and manoeuvre vehicles towing trailers. The unit covers pre‑operational checks, safe coupling and uncoupling, load securing and distribution, basic trailer braking and lighting checks, and practical manoeuvring techniques including reversing, turning and parking in a variety of on‑road and off‑road conditions. Training is delivered with a strong emphasis on workplace safety, relevant road rules and practical, hands‑on practice so learners leave confident and competent.
What you'll gain
- Practical ability to couple, uncouple and safely tow trailers
- Confident reversing and low‑speed manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Competence in pre‑start and safety checks (brakes, lights, hitches, load security)
- Understanding of safe load distribution and basic trailer maintenance
Who should attend
- Drivers and operators who need to tow trailers for work or business
- Apprentices, new drivers and experienced drivers refreshing trailer skills
- Fleet staff, contractors and supervisors responsible for safe trailer operations
Assessment & delivery
- Practical demonstration in a vehicle and trailer, supported by written/oral knowledge checks and trainer observation
- Delivered as hands‑on, workplace‑relevant training by qualified instructors
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Available Classes
Testimonials
What students say about us
Good Communication
Desert to Coast are awesome. Full of great people who made my learning easy and enjoyable. The communication was especially good when some unforeseen circumstances forced my original training date to have to be rescheduled. I would highly recommend DtC for any training needs.
Mitchell Sobieralski
Great Instructor!
Having never driver a synchromesh HR truck, after 2 training sessions, I felt ready for the assessment. Justin was a great instructor and provided very useful tips and techniques to increase my confidence. I passed the assessment and have my HR-B license. Thanks to the team at Desert to Coast Training!
Luke Garlick
Fantastic Team!
The team down at Desert to Coast were fantastic throughout the whole process. The front office staff and trainers were friendly, supportive and deliver an excellent program. My experience with trainer and assessor Matt exceeded my expectations. Matt is a great bloke that was very knowledgeable and calm; he made for a brilliant trainer. In my experience, desert to coast is a no brainer for your HR license here in Karratha.
Corey Barnes
Exceptional Organisation!
DTC RTO is an exceptional organisation. They provide thorough, professional training while maintaining a friendly and accommodating approach to individual needs, all while strictly adhering to DOT requirements. Their trainers and assessors are highly knowledgeable and bring a wealth of experience to the learning process. Thank you for guiding me through my MC license!"
Peta Garbin
Recommended Team!
Couldn't be happier with my experience with Desert to Coast training. Really professional trainers who are super friendly and understanding and actually want to help you succeed by tailored teaching strategies to help you learn. I got my HR license with them, highly recommend the team ! Shout out to Anton, cheers for everything
Darcy Crocker
Great Crew!
Firstly, I would like to thank Anton for starting my MC driver training, then I would like to thank the wonderful, versatile Sanet, who accomodated my changing roster, and helped with all my training needs. Lastly, I want to thank the awesome Henning, who was patient and understanding and just a very nice human being. Desert to Coast are an amazing team. Thanks you so much
Matthew Cable
Excellent quality!
Excellent quality driving instructors, after only a few lessons I was able to go from 'Novice' to 'Qualified' on my first attempt. Steven was very knowledgeable and authentic in his approach, would definitely recommend giving them a go!
Jordan Moore