IBF Investigations is delighted to invite you to our Advanced Commercial Crash Investigation training course, a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise in the specialized field of commercial vehicle crash analysis.
This intensive, hands-on program is tailored for professionals with a foundational understanding of commercial vehicle mechanics, photography, and incident investigations, offering practical, real-world insights that go beyond traditional educational frameworks.
Course Details
– Date: Monday, 14 July to Thursday, 17 July 2025
– Time: 09:00 – 16:00 daily
– Venue: Phahama Lodge Conference and Learning Centre, Portion 183 of the Farm Hennops, R511, Hennopsriver Valley 0026. GPS Coordinates: S 25°50’46.7″, E 27°59’31.7″.
Full Stay Package Fee: R 19,500.00 per delegate – This fee includes accommodation, all meals, including dinner. Delegates who will accept this offer will be allowed to check in on Sunday, 13 July, and check out on the morning of the last day of training.
Attendance Only Fee: R 12,500.00 per delegate – This fee EXCLUDES accommodation and is best-suited to delegates who might choose to commute in daily.
All delegates will receive all necessary stationery, learning reference materials, software, and will be issued with physical certificates at the end of the last day.
Course Overview
This advanced course is designed to equip delegates with cutting-edge skills to analyze and articulate complex commercial vehicle crash scenarios.
The curriculum includes:
– Commercial Vehicle Crash Dynamics (Articulated Vehicles)
– Centre of Mass Calculations Based on Loads
– Roll-over Calculations Using Centre of Mass Results
– Brake Distribution Testing and Slack Adjuster Measurements
– Brake Force Distribution Calculations for Deceleration Efficiency
– Signal Telemetry Data Analysis (Tachographs)
– GPS Telemetry Data Analysis (Tracker Reports)
– Video Evidence Analysis
– Report Writing Enhanced by AI Large Language Models
– Court Testimony Preparation as a Material Witness
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, delegates will be able to:
– Predict and articulate complex commercial vehicle dynamics with confidence.
– Calculate roll-over propensities and causes using Centre of Mass dynamics.
– Measure and assess semi-truck brake systems to determine braking efficiency.
– Analyze and interpret telemetry data (tachographs and GPS tracker reports).
– Produce professional, AI-enhanced reports that meet industry standards.
– Confidently present findings and observations in a court setting as a material witness.
Certification
Join our thousands of certified students worldwide when you receive a Certificate of Completion. These will be issued to all delegates upon successful completion of daily tasks, recognizing their mastery of the course content.
This course is not SASSETA-accredited, but this is an advantage. The content is uniquely designed to address real-world challenges and emerging trends in commercial crash investigation, which are not currently covered by existing educational frameworks. By focusing on practical, scenario-based learning, the course delivers cutting-edge techniques and methodologies that reflect the latest industry demands. This ensures that delegates gain immediately applicable skills that set them apart in the field.
Who should attend?
This course is ideal for professionals with a working knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanics, photography, and incident investigations who are looking to elevate their expertise. Limited seating ensures one-on-one attention, fostering an interactive and engaging learning environment.
How to Register
To secure your place or learn more, please email ibfinvestigations@gmail.com with the number of seats you wish to reserve. Early registration is recommended due to limited availability.
Special Requirements
All delegates must be on site by 09h00 on each day and bring their laptop computers – software will be used.
This is a practical course, and you will be interacting with commercial vehicles and/or components. Kindly dress appropriately for physical effort, such as in denim trousers and T-shirts. Also bring warm jackets, since the area gets cold, especially at night.
We look forward to welcoming you to this transformative training experience.
Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Stan Bezuidenhout
Forensic Specialist / Court Expert | www.ibfusa.info M: +27 63 891-8200E: ibfinvestigations@gmail.comA: IBFSA (Pty) Ltd, Sandton, 2191
