What is the Vehicle OSK 6×6 Driver-Tanker Course?

Aim of the Course To train experienced drivers to be competent and qualified Vehicle OSHKOSH 6×6 Tanker Drivers. This is the initial articulated tractor unit and tanker trailer driving only conversion course (excludes any specific practical back-end fill or pump operation training). Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Any rank or grade. Must hold an authorised… Read More

What is the Master Driver Course?

Aim of the Course To train personnel to be conversant in advising Brigades in assurance and governance in accordance with the management checks, Logistic Support Assurance Framework (LSAF). Refer to Transport Specialist. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Staff Sergeant to Warrant Officer. Must have completed: DRSA (Defence Road Safety Advisor). RLC Transport Specialist Course or… Read More

Does EEG Theta Power Activity Reflect Workload among Army Combat Drivers?

Research Paper Title EEG Theta Power Activity Reflects Workload Among Army Combat Drivers: An Experimental Study. Background The researchers aimed to evaluate the effects of mental workload variations, as a function of the road environment, on the brain activity of army drivers performing combat and non-combat scenarios in a light multi-role vehicle dynamic simulator. Methods… Read More

Driving Training & Test Perk for New British Army Personnel

New Regular Army recruits are in line to save hundreds of pounds after top brass confirmed they can now learn to drive on the Service. All new joiners will be eligible for driving instruction – as well as having their test paid for – as part of trade training, once the scheme has been fully… Read More