833 Heavy Truck and Bus Drivers

Bus and tram drivers drive and tend buses or street tramcars to transport passengers, mail or goods. Tasks include - (a) driving and tending motor buses, trolley buses or motor coaches to transport local or long-distance passengers, mail or goods; (b) driving and tending street tramcars transporting passengers; (c) opening and closing doors before or after passengers board or alight; (d) assisting passengers with luggage; (e) controlling lighting, heating and ventilation on buses and trams; (f) observing traffic to ensure safe progress; (g) collecting fares or verifying that passengers have the necessary ticket. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Bus driver - Motor coach driver - Tram driver.

Heavy truck and lorry drivers drive and tend heavy motor vehicles to transport goods, liquids and heavy materials over short or long distances. Tasks include - (a) driving and tending a heavy motor vehicle, such as a lorry with or without trailer or a dump-truck, to transport goods, liquids or heavy materials over short or long distances; (b) determining the most appropriate routes; (c) ensuring that goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage; (d) assisting with or carrying out loading or unloading operations, using various lifting or tipping devices; (e) carrying out minor maintenance to vehicles, and arranging major maintenance and repairs; (f) estimating weights to comply with load limitations, and ensuring the safe distribution of weights. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Concrete mixer driver - Garbage truck driver - Heavy truck driver - Road train driver Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Van driver - 8322.