Training grants
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There is a great deal of truth in the article by Peter Haxby (CM January 9) regarding the standard of training programmes submitted for grants by some companies. I feel sure that the -end product" is not considered as important as having a training schedule set out on paper that will attract the maximum in grants and in my opinion, as a -graduate" of Motec I, is entirely the wrong attitude.
To my idea, training ought to be very thorough and of the highest standard with a minimum number of essential aids and facilities, including a vehicle for driver training, or there should not be any attempt at training. Half-hearted attempts have no place when safety is at stake.
It will be some time before training at all levels of the industry is the accepted procedure and until that time the "haggling" over grants will continue, to the detriment of the trainee who will receive the minimum of training that qualifies for a grant.
It is because of these attitudes that my initial enthusiasm has been severely dampened.
DISAPPOINTED H.G.V. INSTRUCTOR, (Name and address supplied)