Eligibility Requirements (NSW)

• Holding the required NSW licence class for the minimum period

• Being medically fit to drive a heavy vehicle

• Having adequate driving experience for the licence upgrade

• Providing valid identification

Final eligibility is confirmed by the assessor in line with Service NSW and Transport for NSW guidelines.

Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Test Requirements in NSW

1. You must pass the Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Test

• Before you you can book practical assessment or training

• It is a computer-based multiple -choice test about the rules and safety specific to heavy vehicles

2. Study the Required Manuals first

• To prepare for the knowledge test, you must read these official NSW resources:

  • Heavy Vehicle Driver Handbook

  • Road User Handbook

  • Load Restraint Guide

OR Scan this code to go directly to the Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Test requirements in NSW

3. Test Format & Content

• You will answer 45 questions about road rules and safety relevant to heavy vehicles. NSW Government

• You only need to sit one test for the licence class you’re applying for:

  • Rigid test – if you want an LR, MR or HR licence

  • Combination test – if you want an HC or MC licence

4. Extra Help & Language Support

• If needed, the test can be done in multiple languages (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Spanish, etc.), and assistance is available for accessibility needs

5. Booking & What You Need on the Day

• Bring:

  • Completed Licence Application form

  • Proof of identity

  • Glasses/contacts if required NSW Government

  Failing the test means you can usually re-sit it, but you will need to pay the test fee again

Summary – What You Must Do Before Practical Training

• Read the Heavy Vehicle Driver Handbook, Road User Handbook & Load Restraint Guide

• Pass the Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Test for the licence class you want

• Then you can move on to practical training or assessment (e.g., HVCBA).

SUMMARY

Official NSW Government Downloadable Practice Question Banks

Scan the code for Heavy vehicle – rigid question bank

Class (LR, MR, HR)

Scan the code for Heavy vehicle – combination question bank

Class (HC & MC

Practical Driving Assessment

Our Assessors

What the HVCBA Assessment Covers

• Pre-operational vehicle checks

• Safe vehicle start-up and shutdown

• Low-speed manoeuvring

• Lane positioning and road control

• Gear selection and braking

• Hill starts (where applicable)

• Intersection management

• Highway and traffic driving

• Reversing (as required by licence class)

• RMS / Service NSW–accredited HVCBA assessors

• Industry experience in heavy vehicle operations

• Calm, professional assessment approach

• Clear feedback provided during assessment

Outcomes After Assessment

• Successful candidates receive HVCBA completion documentation

• Documents submitted to Service NSW

• Licence upgrade processed in line with Service NSW requirements

Service NSW fees apply separately.

HVCBA assessments are conducted in accordance with Transport for NSW and Service NSW guidelines.

Licence upgrades are subject to eligibility and final approval by Service NSW.

Safety & Compliance Knowledge

• Load restraint basics

• Fatigue management awareness

• Speed and space management

• Hazard perception

• Road rule compliance

• Chain of Responsibility awareness

Contact David

Mobile - 0412 420 966

Reach out to book your driving lessons or ask any questions you have.