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Class 2 Truck Licence (2 Day, must hold learners licence)

Key Information

Duration: 2 Days theory, followed by practical training and assessment drive to take place during the 2 days following theory.

Maximum Attendees: 10

Training available nationwide at one of our centres, or your own workplace

Price (excl GST)

$1300 Per Person

Price (excl GST)

$10000 Company Booking

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A Class 2 license allows you to drive a vehicle up to 18,000kgs or a vehicle with two axles.

Overview

If you do not have your Class 2 learner’s licence you must register for the three-day course.

The course fee includes theory training, and a driver training practical assessment.

This course includes a logbook unit standard (unless you can prove you have sat it with an NZTA approved provider within the last twelve months) and the Class 2 unit standard (17574), which consists of both theory and practical.

If you already hold your Class 2 learner’s licence (2L) or your 24089 is current, then you may qualify for further course time reductions. Please contact us to discuss your options.

Please check the dates on your confirmation letter carefully as we do occasionally need to change the timetable to cater for public holidays and truck and trainer availability.

Please bring along your ID - We need to verify the identity of students in attendance, please bring ID with you on the day of training.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Stage 1 - 1 Day Logbook & Fatigue 24089, 
  • Stage 2 - 1 Day Class 2 Licence theory for unit standard 17574.

Prerequisites:

  • 18 years of age or over
  • Held a full NZ car licence for at least six months
  • Class 2L learners licence
  • Driver’s Medical certificate

Important Note for Holders of Current Class 2, 4, or 5 Licences:

If you currently hold a Class 2, 4, or 5 licence and need to drive without a supervisor during training, you are required to apply for an exemption. This process involves completing a DL4B form, which can be found here on the NZTA website. The exemption allows you to meet legal requirements for training without being accompanied by a supervisor.

Entry Criteria:

All students are required to have a level of written and oral English equivalent to NCEA level 1 (year 11) or IELTS 5.5 or higher, to be eligible to attend our courses. The person responsible for making bookings or authorising attendance on the course must agree to these Terms and Conditions prior to acceptance of their student(s) onto the course. Where a student does not meet our English language requirement a reader/writer must be supplied by the student or the person responsible for authorising the student’s attendance. The reader/writer cannot be another student attending the same course.

Class 2 Truck Licence FAQs

  • Class 2 Truck Licence 2-day FAQs

    • How long does it take to get a Class 2 licence in NZ?

      If you already have a Class 2 learner's licence, you can complete your full Class 2 truck licence in just 2 days with Safety’n Action. If you don't have your learner’s licence, you'll need to register for our 3-day course.
    • What does the Class 2 truck licence course include? 


      Our course offers comprehensive training, including:

      • NZQA Unit Standards 24089 (Fatigue Management & Logbook)
      • NZQA Unit Standard 17574 (Operating a Rigid Vehicle)
      • Theory lessons and practical assessments with one of our automatic Class 2 trucks
      • NZTA-approved instructors with expert training
    • What vehicles can I drive with a Class 2 licence?

      A Class 2 licence allows you to drive vehicles weighing up to 18,000 kg GVM or vehicles with two axles. This includes medium-sized trucks, delivery vehicles, and specialist vehicles.
    • Do I need a medical certificate to enrol in the Class 2 licence course?

      Yes, a current medical certificate from an approved provider is required to enrol.
    • Is the Safety’n Action Class 2 licence course NZTA-approved?

      Yes! Safety’n Action is an NZTA-approved provider, meaning your training and qualification meet the highest standards for truck driver education in New Zealand.
    • Where can I take Class 2 truck driver training?

      We offer nationwide training. You can attend at one of our centres or, for group bookings, we can bring the training to your workplace.

    • What are the requirements for the 2-day Class 2 course?

      • To be at least 18 years old 
      • Held a full NZ car licence for at least six months
      • A valid medical certificate 
      • A Class 2 learner's licence. If you don't have one, you must complete our 3-day course or obtain a learner's licence before attending the 2-day course.

     

NZQA Unit Standards Included

  • Unit Standards - CL2 TL 2

    Unit

    Level

    Credit

    Description

    24089 3

    5

    Demonstrate knowledge of fatigue management, work time, and driver logbook requirements

    17574 3

    7

    Operate a rigid vehicle to meet the requirements for a full Class 2 driver licence