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This program deals with the control of Air Brake operated vehicles in depth as well as the Pre-Trip requirements.

Classroom Training - 16 hrs.

  • Basic air brake system and its components
  • Complete air brake system for single unit vehicles.
  • Basic air brake system for trailers.
  • Complete air brake system for combination vehicles
  • Principals of operation of combination air brake systems
  • Successful candidates are eligible to apply to write their Air Brake test at ICBC. This is required before you can add Air Brake Endorsement to your license.

Pre-Trip Training - 4 hours

  • Pre-Trip inspection of air brake system
  • In-service operation.
  • Pre-hill checks.
  • End-of-service checks.
  • Characteristics of single and combination units
  • Additional equipment systems. (Sanders, etc).


Total hours Air Brake/Pre-Trip training: 20 Hrs.

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