Vlog #24 - Tips for newbie HGV drivers (from a newbie)
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- čas přidán 17. 10. 2019
- My tips for newbies after HGV driving for 7 weeks.
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I don’t understand why this girl is getting thumbs down, I know seasoned drivers who haven’t got a clue compared to this lass due to the fact she’s a self confessed newbie.
Thank you very much! :)
All hgv driver's in the UK deserve yearly awards, i struggle to park and manoeuvre my bmw530e most times 😅😅 , narrow roads
This is the first vlog i've watched of yours - Deady mentioned you in his!Excellent thanks! You guys and girls are helping newbees massilvely! ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Welcome! Thanks for coming over to my channel. I'm glad our videos are helping you :)
I’m still catching up with your vlogs and have said before that I’m not a lorry driver so have no reason to listen to this vlog, however, I have from start to finish and found them very interesting. I would think these tips will go a long way to helping new drivers so I thank you Haley on their behalf.
Great info brings back memories of first starting out!!
Forklift driver here, Mansfield area, I was quite surprised how friendly the hgv drivers were to me, 2 advices from a forklift driver to hgv driver, some drivers are too lazy to remove both curtains, don't be and don't ask the forklift driver to over push the pallets, some pallets simply cannot be pushed over another, asking a forklift driver to rearrange your stuff or pallets can end up being sacked.
Hayley you are awesome you never stop learning phil.
So so true, I’ve been class 2 for 11 years and this is the advice I would give well done xx
I can see you have grown in confidence,,, fantastic
Ps.watching your tale swing can not be over stressed there are so many idiots out there that will just cut you up.
Aw am ya, Hayley, just put my C provisional on my licence. After years of medicating people I need a change, I decided to go for my class 1 and have been watching your escapades and diary vlogs for an incite. Thanks for the down to earth view it's good to see the day in the life of a truck driver. I now know what I'm walking into eyes wide open.
Good tips, great advice for new drivers 👍
I'm so so glad I've found your channel ! Pretty much I'm 17 and about to do my car driving test, and it's always been an intention for me to do my class 2 once I'm 18. I'm truck mad and cant wait to get behind the wheel. You channel has answered so so many questions I have. I've picked up driving very quickly and feel that trucking is definitely on the cards ! Keep doing what you're doing it's more helpful than you may think. Happy trucking, hopefully I can join the crew soon 😁👍 🚛🚛
Hi tee cee, good luck for your driving test! I'm glad my videos have been helpful for you. If trucking is what you've got your heart set on then go for it. Don't let anyone hold you back! Get some experience of the idiots on the road first though, haha :)
@@TruckDriverHayley yes absolutely 😁 hopefully just under a year of driving a car will be enough, but there's only one way to find out. Theres definitely idiots about 😂
Hey bud I'm 18 got my car license last year and I've just done my medical today how is it going for you with the hgv driving?
So kind of you to find the time to answer my query re background theme music. Haven’t watched latest video yet but looking forward to it!!
Take care Hayley.
No problem, Darren. Hope you like it! :)
Thank you for your help with this video. I'm just starting out fresh with my class 2 driving and I have never driven a lorry before. Very good to know these things. Really handy advice. Thank you for the help I have subscribed
Hi Tim, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful! Good luck when you get behind the wheel :)
Love tje advice. My dad was a hgv driver for over 30 years. I went with him every summer holidays we had to hand ball off the loads. Only once a handful of times was there a forklift. It was great. I loved every minute. I learnt a lot but the fundamentals you posted were great. 1.9. For a copy come in ❤️👍👊
Thank you very much for sharing your tips with us 🙏❤️ much love ❤️
Excellent info, very useful.
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love your confidence x
Awesome video! Seriously good tips here and also important stuff I’d been wondering about! 👍 You are correct about audio recordings as well, employers cannot troll through audio (or video)without reason and permission. Great stuff well done.
Thank you! All the best!
Great video, going to watch your earlier ones as I’m about to apply for my class 2
It would make life so much easier if they had reversing cameras on HGVs and vans.
Sound advice - cheers!
I’m starting my first class 2 driving job in 4 weeks time so this video has been very helpful! Thank you! 😎
Good luck for when you start. I'm glad this was helpful 😊
Thank you Hayley for a great video helping to calm my nerves for my Class 1 test which I passed on 9th March , I was one of those overthinkers you mentioned. Keep up the great vlogs, great tips for the inexperienced.
Congratulations on the pass 😊🎉 🎉 🎉
I learned a hard lesson a few weeks back. Been doing HGV work for 5 months now but still learning every day. I drive Class 1, most of the time with a curtainsider on the back. When my boss said I had 'empties,' I misheard him, thinking my trailer was 'empty.' Before you know it, you're braking hard because an idiot cuts you up on a roundabout and there's bulges in both curtains. Best failsafe remedy is to throw straps over the trailer roof and ratchet them to the chassis. It's not perfect but it's better than nothing. Lesson learned: if you're trailer swapping, check if you're loaded, and always carry spare straps and ratchets. It will save you to some degree, and hopefully keep VOSA off your back too.
Great advice there, thanks Sam. I tough lesson learned the hard way! Glad you're okay 😊
@@TruckDriverHayley I was fine in the end. Not a problem, they say the camaraderie amongst HGV drivers isn't what it used to be, or that it's long gone. We have to help each other out, and with regards to advice, sharing is caring.
And here's one from Mr fort: south boundl M6 towards M42 split towards airport for M40/ M5 : keep left lane towards M42 split and continue round in same lane as you can use left lane to turn right at the split than onwards keep left towards airport.
What a brilliant video , very comprehensive and helpful . You are fast becoming my favourite youtuber ! The only other tip I have is , if you have the same wagon every day , carry some extra supplies , cereal bars etc , in case of breakdowns . Keep up the good work 👍👌
Hi Gavin, thanks for your kind words. My wagon is like a shop. I've got everything in there - including cereal bars! Haha. Thanks for your support! :)
Great video :) just passed my theory , hazard and cpc case studies now waiting for practical training date . Will make a note of all your tips , thanks again .
Congratulations on the passes so far! Good luck or your practical test too :)
Very informative video for new drivers
This is awesome Hayley - I'm just doing my LGV apprenticeship and about to do my theory test...so see your hints and tips for newbies will hopefully give me an insight and some extra knowledge to help me on my way. Thank you
Good luck with it all 😊😊
Thank you for your nice advice ❤
Thanks hayley,very accurate I'm amazed how much you picked up in such a short time,like you I always made a friend of the people I delivered to though there was always the miserable ones that made you wait regardless lol.
Thank you for this video! :)
very generous. Lovely person. Good luck and good health 2020+
I remember being scared when I first drove a lwb van, now I take it where most cars won’t dare. It’s just about getting used to it. Can’t wait to get my hgv licenses 😍
Hayley.....You seem a switched on cookie gal,you will go far.Take care on the roads and just be aware of cars jumping infront of you when your approaching traffic lights/roundabouts because obviously your braking distances are reduced.It happens quite a lot,just be aware...Good luck and safe driving....
I did my class 2 over 2 years ago and just done my class 1 but have enjoyed your videos and learnt from them. Like you, I was in a career that wasn’t for me for 25 years but took the plunge to get out and have no regrets. Thanks for the tips 😀
Hi Andrew, thanks for your support. Sometimes you've got to be brave haven't you! Glad it worked out for you too :)
@@TruckDriverHayley Thanks Hayley..
Great advice.
Great video and content, I would suggest to any driver whatever they maybe driving; car, lorry or van. Invest in a good quality sun glasses(shades). Especially winter and autumn on a clear day, sun is blinding.
Great video, very useful for a newbie. I've now done 3 days, and it feels we have a lot to take in.
It is really overwhelming at first but you'll get the hang of everything in time 😊
great video i only just found your channel also can i say i enjoyed watching your channel a long luck c in a hgv
I have noticed one thing about being a new hgv driver, one there are no nice toilets unless you go to a moto or a exspensive place like Dinnington services 28 quid to park up for the night this idiustry is not all cracked up as its supposed to be!
Brilliant, thanks
Good vlog and some sound tips keep up the good work safe trucking Hayley
Hi Hayley,
Enjoyed your Vlog, brilliant sound advice, you have a good head on your shoulders, I've been in the job for 40yrs and you never know everything, we learn something new every day, we should never be to proud to ask others for advice..
I wish there were more people like you in the job, there's so many idiots driving trucks these days...
Wish you all the best In your new career...
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Hi Stevie! Thank you! I've been subbed to you since before I started. I wish my fella would travel with me in the lorry - that would be so cool. Thanks for your kind words. Can't believe how fast my channel is growing :)
@@TruckDriverHayley
Good Evening Hayley & thanks for Subbing...
Maybe one day you'll be able to travel together, I'm lucky to work for a company who allows it and also insures passengers...
You're more than welcome and I think with the attitude you have you'll do well...
Take care, stay safe 😊 🚛💨💨👍
I been passed my class 2 today....I will be keep watching your vlogs..👍
Congratulations on passing your class 2 Marek! Thanks for watching my vlogs :)
Great and helpfull video. Thank you for that !!! I am new driver and got my first job assesment for class1 tomorrow. Fingers crossed.
I hope it went well :)
top tip for hgv driver is dont take any crap the hgv driving industry is now like shopping for car insurance just keep aiming higher and moving up the ladder looking for better and better work dont just stick to the same job as you are scared to move
You can't call the "GHOSTBUSTERS" love it ! Lol 😂
Keep up the good work Hayley, It's great the insight I'm getting from your vids and watching your journey Ive been thinking about getting my licence myself I'm only 22 though feel like nobody would want to employ someone that young to drive a lorry
Hi ATM97, it's really hard to find work as a new driver, whatever your age. There are some companies out there that take on young new drivers - it's just finding one! If trucking is what you've got your heart set on then go for it. Don't let anyone hold you back! I'm 25 so only a bit older. 22 sounds better than 20? See it from that point of view.
With the satnav really as a truck driver you must use a truck persific satnav. It is NOT safe to use a car one if you forget that you’re car sat isn’t programmed for trucks. It could lead to disaster.
But good vid 👍
Personally I don’t drive for company’s that film or record you in the cab, as a Tramper and as a professional we should have privacy.
Good video , seems like all good advice to me , I been at it for 26 years 😉
1: Carry an extra ratchet strap in your bag. 2: Get yourself some polarized sunglasses to block glare from the sun. 3: Get a glass cleaner spray. The number of times you have dirty mirrors and windows is incredible. You need good vision at ALL times
Great videos,
Re the satnav, even the truck versions can bite. Truckers Road atlas I find to be more useful, you've previewed your route first as well. Google maps is a good tip for a heads up of the yard you're going to, I always do that with a new place too. I've been trucking 12 years, still a newbie, anyone who's seen me in a yard will agree. 😉
You have to be careful with the truck bags too that’s right. Can take you places because there are no restrictions :D
Your amazing 👏
Thank you very much
As a forklift driver, I can not stress enough that it’s your load, you tell us where you want it, or if somethings in your way, only an arse of a driver will complain.
I agree with this 100% another fork lift driver loaded a lorry and the driver wasn't happy, as I happened to be passing through he very politely asked me to adjust his load so I did :) no complains just a polite question
Great dear for tips
thank you love
hayley you are a star ; thank you so much for all the tips ; can you make an update with some more tips,thx
Absolutely! I'm thinking of doing some tips for driving artics 😊
Thumb up,cheers !
The vid is a help new to artic work but not new to driving . My worst nightmare is getting lost with an artic . Guess what on the first week coming back from Birmingham I came across road closure after closure . Ended up getting lost ran out of time had to spend the night is a lay by that stunk of human pee and poo . then someone tried to break in lorry . they could not get in . they got in the fridge trailer but it was empty . ended up stuck on A47 between Wisbeach and kings Lynn. So it was a sharp leaning curve for me .Drove class 2 , Buses and 60ft tri axle coaches for 24 years . But going up to artic was easy the length was not problem . the reverse is what I'm struggling with. But the other drivers are so helpful they all say we were new once and they help you reverse. some will tell you ware you are going wrong . But on the whole a helpful video .
Hi Haley, I've just subscribed to your vlog, I was sent here by Martyn Jenko, I am a retired truck driver, I have been retired for 16 years, I'm just coming up to 77 in December.
Best regards from Ray in North Wales.
Hi Ray, welcome to my channel. Thank you for the sub! I hope you enjoy the vids. All the best :)
Great tips 🎃
A point on locking your door, we have had a couple incidents where somebody has tried to jump into an artic and drive off when the driver has jumped out to open the back doors, and we’re a small yard, in a small town, with hardly anybody around, we have also had one of those attempt to steal a forklift too 😣
Frightening!
Hi come over from jenko nice vlog i wud also ad that i always carried one of those portable campin stoves and kettle some water also some pot noodles and a sleepin bag always kept under the bed even though i was a day driver you never know with winter comin if you get stuck always be prepared also carry loo rolls or kitchen roll and carry a good torch even more now its gettin dark like ya vlogs stay safe
Gotta love a pot noodle! Great advice - thanks Steve. All the best :)
Well said hayley
i have a truck sat nav was the first thing i brought before i started working they are important
Only thing hate about my job have cameras outside wagon and a company fitted dash cam which can't see me driving but can hear me perfectly clear and they can pull the black box out wagon every weekend if want
Another great video Hayley, thank you!! Watching as many as I can for tips before I start work for the first time next week. Looking for one on what PPE to get hold of next and any particular brands / types you'd recommend? Ordered some boots, gloves, high vis, and hard hat to start with.......will look to get some more after first few days.
The company should provide you with PPE. Ive got no recommendations, I seem to get through my PPE at a rapid rate carrying steel. Everything gets dirty very quickly 😂. Good luck and I wish you all the best in your new job 😊
@@TruckDriverHayley thanks Hayley
Carming my nerves,Iam to apply for a job next week.
In Masindi Midwestern Uganda.
Reversing.
Get out and look.
I'd add, if you think you cant make it, don't be afraid to move forward, or move out, and start again.
Better to have 'another go' than get stuck, or worse, bump something.
Great tips. Scary about some trackers being able to listen to us. Does anyone have any info on this ?
I started me 1st job early Sept. Trying to remember everything all at the same times as going to new places is really tough. I use tacho gaurd to keep track of my hours. Because I work more than I drive in terms of hours used. Really hand and cheap app.
Great advice , at least it sounded like it was ~ never driven a HGV before lol
Haha! Great comment Andrew. Made me smile. :)
Thanks for great advice ,I’ve just applied for my 1st tacho card and am panicking a bit
Don't panic Mike, if I can do it then you can too! :)
Remember Hayleigh,every days a school day,your always learning in this job,probably one of the most important bit of advice I could give you is Sat Navs,dont rely on them,if it doesn't look right,dont go down where it's trying to send you. Check first. I even a class one driver for 29 years,I use paper maps alot (mk1 satnav) but find Google maps and Street View invaluable. Stay safe out there and keep the vids coming.
Do u know any good vids 4 how to read your weight limits and how to work out how to load weight evenly if that makes sense
Hi hayley great video I come across from Jenkos channel
Hi Thomas, welcome. Thanks for visiting! I hope you like the vids :)
If in doubt, get out... I had that driven into me when I went for my PCV lessons by my instructor and I used that when I got my class 1 and 2
That what I say better to look a prat then hit something
Hi Hayley , its been a while so sorry for not replying sooner but been busy studying for my 2 theory tests...However I do have bad news that lately I was upgraded from my van to a 7.5 tonne wagon ….Well that was ok but I had booked my 2 tests for yesterday ( 19th) am in Harrogate but due to a late delivery in Portsmouth Friday afternoon I didn't get back to the yard until yesterday morning so I missed the test slots...i'm gutted to say the least....Right now i'm looking for new times to take both tests again , and to be honest not looking to good....
Your video is good for some tips cos i'm also worried about the height of the cab and the length of the wagon and i'm worried i'll hit something behind me when i'm turning corners etc..
It's good that your loving your new career. Oh by the way I used my car sat nav when I was in the 7.5 t ...not a good idea , nearly got into a pickle a few times lol.
Don't suppose you know the longest I can wait from passing my theory tests to taking my practical?
Hi Thebatman 509, sorry to hear the bad news about missing your test dates. I hope you get them booked up soon! I booked mine in a nearby city (about 25 miles away) because the waiting time where I live was too long. I think you have 2 years to complete your practical test from the date when you pass the theory. Don't quote me on it though! The height and length is worrying at first but you get used to it. Trust me. Once you've been driving it for a couple of days you get used to the general driving, how to take the corners, etc. It's only getting in the yards, turning around, etc, that I found tricky for the first few weeks. :)
Hi Hayley
I passed my Category C 3 week's ago. Still working in my current job as a carer. Would you recommend joining an agency first as a new pass driver to get my foot in the door?
Dont get me started on the audio =D... i was on a 2 hour rant one day ... theres a camera there but i didnt think the audio was recording.. anyway.. long story short... i dont work there anymore =]
anybody could recommend me a free or cheap app for hgv drivers beginners? my goal is not drive in non suitable roads and avoids low bridges. thanks
Got lessons soon in hgv2 .. I had one assessment a few days back and was nervous . Any advice for me as a new learner ?
Take your time. If you make a mistake, forget about it. If you keep thinking about it then you are more likely to make another mistake. Everybody starts the same so don't worry too much :)
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I noticed unfortunately then any class 2 or hgv group i join or look in, the men r quiet discouraging. When i try asking questions, i meet with rudeness, telling me this job is not for me etc. Its a shame, they say they want more women but not making them feel welcome
That's really unfortunate, most people I've come across (in person) have been quite welcoming and helpful. It's easy for those kind of people to say nasty things on the Internet, but they wouldn't to your face! Don't be put off by those idiots 👍🏻
I WAS FIRST 😂😂🚛
Hayley, this should be made compulsory viewing for any new HGV driver! Was you a teacher in a previous (professional) life by any chance? :)
Thanks Lishy. It's not that obvious is it? One of these days I think I'll accidentally use my teacher voice on someone in the yard. Haha :)
I would like to hear you singing a song' and who do I get met you
Hi Sebastian, my singing voice is terrible! I'll stick to the truck driving! :)
Brilliant Video,Thank you... Great advice,Been watching Deady too,Are you from Black country👍
Yes I am, I'm from Wolves :)
@@TruckDriverHayley Brilliant 👍 After going from the early vids you have progressed quickly to go to Class1 driving,Well done..Far braver than I would be
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I like watching your videos. I do wonder why you'd give up teaching for lorry driving, but alot of people in stressful professions do. Having said that, have you seen what's been happening in Dover recently?
I am a driver myself, getting on for 30yrs, but taking the 'C' category course at the age of 62 at the end of the month, covid permitting. We've just moved into Tier 4, so it may well get pushed back. You seem to have settled into it. Good luck to you. What were you a teacher of?
I used to teach science. I needed a change, teaching was my first job and I wanted to try something different and get away from the stress for a while. Good luck with your category C once covid allows. All the best :)
@@TruckDriverHayley Great to hear from you. I forgot I put that post up. Since then I've watched alot more of your videos, so know alot more about your background as a science graduate and teacher. I put a longer response to the one you did on operating the tachos. I use the second one you demonstrated. You are really excellent at demonstrating and explaining things. You must have been a very good teacher. I was also impressed with the explanation of using a ratchet strap. I've never had to do that, you don't need it so much on roll on/roll off work. I've learned so much from your videos. Just watching the new one about cornering. Very astute really. When I ever get around to taking my 'C' category and test, I shall remember all this stuff. I would think the company you work for can't believe their luck having you with them. What an asset!
truckerjenko suggested we follow u the pressman
Welcome! I hope you enjoy the vids :)
How easy was it to get a job.
I found my current job very easily, there happened to be a vacancy at a local company. Nowadays, it's very difficult to find something permanent. Agencies will help but the jobs they give you can be challenging.
Hi. I 've noticed that You driving with Your car sat nav...havent You considered to buy a professional lorry sat nav?! It will cost You some money but take a lot of head ache out off You....like being constantly carefully of 7,5 t signs or low bridges...
Regards
Another lady driver ;)
Hiya, I haven't bought one yet because at the moment I'm driving around the same areas so I'm getting used to the roads without the satnav now. I will definitely get one in the future when I'm going further afield. All the best fellow lady driver! :)
I’m doing hgv training at the moment. 0 experience but this video helped. I wanted ask this may sound like a silly question but can you smoke in the cabin? I smoke fags and weed obviously il never smoke weed whilst I’m driving but fags?
I don't know to be honest. I know I've seen some videos on CZcams where there's a no smoking sticker in the cab. I think you'd have to ask the company you end up working for really. Good luck with your training :)
Thanks for the reply Hayley. Iv seem many smoke in their cabins. Still enjoying the trucking life? I think your great and inspiring.
Yes, I am still enjoying it. Thanks for your support with the videos :)
Truck Driver Hayley anytime as I said I think your great and talk great. Good transition from science to trucking