How do I get a truck license in Tasmania?

How do I get a truck license in Tasmania?

You must visit a Service Tasmania and:

  1. complete an application form,
  2. show evidence of identity,
  3. pass either the rigid or combination heavy vehicle driver knowledge test (free of charge)*,
  4. pass an eye test, and.
  5. pay the learner licence fee.

What is an HC licence in Australia?

Heavy Combination (HC class) vehicle licence Heavy Combination (HC class) heavy vehicle licences allow you to drive: Prime movers with attached single semi-trailer. Heavy Rigid (HR class) vehicles with attached trailer that has a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) greater than 9,000 kg.

What is the highest truck licence in Australia?

MC Licence (Multi Combination) A MC Licence is the largest vehicle licence that you can get. It enables you to drive any legal motor vehicle other than a motor bike.

What are HC vehicles?

HC trucks are articulated vehicles which means they have a pivot point that sits either behind the prime mover or the HR vehicle. This is different to rigid vehicles which move as one, straight body.

How much does it cost to get a HC licence in Tasmania?

High risk work

Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 Fee
Application for new high risk work licence – 1-3 classes $72.60
Application for new high risk work licence – more than 3 classes $85.80
Application to add class to high risk license – 1-3 classes $46.20

How do I get an exemption in Tasmania?

To apply for a learner licence exemption, fill in an application form and:

  1. submit the application online, ensuring that you attach all your supporting documentation. or.
  2. take it to a Service Tasmania location.

How many hours do you need for L1?

L1 Licence You won’t have to do a minimum number of hours but it is highly recommended that you do 30 hours or more to obtain the skills needed to pass the L2 PDA.

Whats the difference between HR and HC?

HR – Heavy Rigid – heavy rigid trucks or buses (including articulated buses). HC – Heavy Combination – heavy articulated vehicles.

How much does it cost to get HR license in Australia?

HR- Heavy Rigid. We offer two types of Heavy Rigid (HR) licence courses; unrestricted (manual/ road ranger) and automatic/ synchromesh gearbox. The unrestricted course generally takes 2 days and costs $1870 per student. The automatic course takes 1 day and costs $1500.

Can you get an exemption to get your Ps in Tasmania?

What are the exceptional circumstances for a provisional licence exemption? Exceptional circumstances are: you will lose employment or potential employment and/or. you or your dependent will be unable to get regular medical attention needed as a result of a medical illness and/or.

What is HC class driving license?

Heavy Combination (HC class) vehicle licence Heavy Combination (HC class) heavy vehicle licences allow you to drive: Prime movers with attached single semi-trailer. Heavy Rigid (HR class) vehicles with attached trailer that has a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) greater than 9,000 kg.

How to get a heavy combination licence (HC)?

Heavy Combination licence (HC) 1 Learn to drive (HC class) 2 Complete an application (Form DLA1) 3 Provide proof of identity 4 Submit the application in person (Form DLA1) 5 Undertake an eyesight test and declare commercial medical eligibility: HC class 6 Pass the Practical Driving Assessment: Heavy Combination (HC class)

What are the different licence classes available in Tasmania?

Understand the different licence classes available in Tasmania, including light and heavy vehicle classes. Any vehicle not more than 4.5 tonnes GVM and seating up to 12 adults including the driver.

What is considered a heavy vehicle licence?

Heavy vehicle licences Understand the requirements for driving vehicles that exceed 4.5 tonnes in gross vehicle mass, including your learner periods and the training, and assessment requirements.