Uncouple/recouple

Expected outcome/competence

Demonstrate the skills necessary when uncoupling and recoupling the vehicle.
Driving the towing vehicle to a designated position prior to recoupling safely.

Potential deviations from expected outcomes

  • Landing gear handle was not stored and secured

Examples of what might constitute something that would result in a fault being marked

Driving fault

When uncoupling, landing gear handle was not stored and secured.

Serious fault (example = Re-couple)

When re-coupling, landing gear handle was not stored and secured, resulting in a potential risk to other road users when the vehicle is mobile.

Dangerous fault
Any fault that results in serious damage to the vehicle, candidate or third party.