Course
Escort Vehicle Driver Certification
Name
SEF-3001F7
Overall Quality of This Course
★★★★★
Based on 142 student surveys.
Available Classes
Intended Audience
Students interested in becoming a Certified Escort Vehicle drivers
Description
This course fulfills NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requirements for the certification of drivers of oversize/overweight load escort vehicles, as required by G.S. 20-119 and detailed in 19A NCAC 02D.0644. The NCDOT administers the course, which includes instruction in safe and effective escort skills, an examination that documents course comprehension, and a system for recognizing drivers certified by NC or another state.
Course Objectives
- ... have acquired the necessary instruction in safe and effective escort skills, through the successful completion of this course,
- ... have satisfied, through the successful completion of this course, the educational requirements of the North Carolina Department of Transportation Oversize-Overweight Load Escort Vehicle Driver Certification Program
Outline of Instruction
- State of North Carolina Escort Vehicle Certification Program
- Functions and Duties of Escort Drivers
- Highway Operations
- Breakdowns and Emergency Operations
- Escort Vehicle operation and Defensive Driving
- Review and Final Exam
Contact Hours
8
CEU's
0.8
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
Yes
Certification
North Carolina Department of Transporation Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit
Website URL
https://connect.ncdot.gov/business/trucking/Pages/overpermits.aspx
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
- Upon successful completion of this program, participants will have received instruction in safe and effective escort skills, achieved a passing score on the final examination that documents course comprehension, and a system of recognizing drivers certified by this or another state.
- Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be eligible to be certified as an Oversize-Overweight load escort vehicle drivers as required by G.S. 20-119, and detailed in 19A NCAC 02D.0644.
CE to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
N/A
Text and Supplies Needed
North Carolina Department of Transportation Certified Escort Vehicle Operator Handbook - (https://connect.ncdot.gov/business/trucking/Documents/EVOManual.pdf)
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
- Attendance 100%
- Participation
- Successful completion of this course requires a score of 75% or higher on the final examination. No makeup testing dates will be offered.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
North Carolina Department of Transportation Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit Accredited School
North Carolina Department of Transportation Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit Approved Curriculum
North Carolina Department of Transportation Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit Certified Instructor
North Carolina Department of Transportation Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit Approved Curriculum
North Carolina Department of Transportation Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit Certified Instructor
Intended Audience
Students interested in becoming a Certified Escort Vehicle drivers
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Escort Vehicle Driver, Pilot Driver and/or Pole Driver
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Yes
Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment
- Escort Drivers
Related Courses
- Auto Dealers' 12-Hour Pre-Licensure Training - AUT-3002A3
- Initial Safety Inspection - AUT-3129A3
- NC Vehicle Safety Inspection - SEF-3001BU2
Course Contact Information
Justina Barreiro
jmbarreiro@waketech.edu
919-532-5967