Aim of the Course

The aim of the course is to train personnel to be competent and qualified RAF Mountain Rescue Response Vehicle Drivers.

Facilitated by IDT(A).

Entry Standards

• Phase 3 personnel currently serving with or ear-marked to serve with the RAF Mountain Rescue Service.
• Must hold a GB issued photocard driving licence with at least a full category B (car) entitlement or national equivalent.
• Must have completed Defence General Service Driver Module 1 or national equivalent.
• Be fully conversant with the current version of the Highway Code, and it is advisable that they have studied ‘Roadcraft’ (the Police Drivers Manual).
• Must have at least 3-years’ service remaining.

Duration

Five (5) working days, with three (3) courses per year.

Location

Defence School of Transport Leconfield.

Outline of Course

Drive a Mountain Rescue Emergency Response Vehicle on and off road, under blue light emergency conditions and employing skid correction techniques. Students will also:

• Carry out driver maintenance.
• Carry out vehicle recovery procedures.

Qualifications Gained

RAF Mountain Rescue Emergency Response Driver Competency.