Education Engagement Programme

The team at NZ Trucking Association had the pleasure of showing multiple groups of students from the National Trade Academy through the Road Safety truck over 2 days earlier this month. The sessions were led by David Boyce (CEO) and John Sansom (HARMfree Programme Manager).

The groups experienced the Virtual Reality headsets onboard which give an accurate depiction of the hazards that are all too present on our roads, it is a great way to get a real sense of what it is like to be behind the wheel of a heavy vehicle and to really appreciate the skill and care involved when driving.

The SafeT360 information provided some great quiz questions to get everyone thinking and some were very surprised by the answers, a good sign that this road safety initiative is very much needed in our communities.

The students also got the chance to venture into the Cab and view the blind spots first hand from up in the drivers seat, this is a very important exercise for all to experience especially with cyclists sharing the road.

Overall it was very successful and enjoyable and we are very thankful to Penske, Team Global Express and our family of sponsors. If you would like to support this worthwhile community initiative please contact us.

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