Our Chauffeurs
The best in the business...
Avis chauffeurs have received extensive training in order to provide a professional service and ensure you arrive at your destination, not only safely, but feeling refreshed and relaxed as well.
Find out more about the rigorous training and development programmes that our chauffeurs have to complete below.
Chauffeur etiquette
Our chauffeurs receive training in the following etiquette:- Introduction to the function of an Avis Chauffeur
- Business etiquette
- The power of first impressions
- Communication skills
Chauffeur first aid training
Our chauffeurs receive training in the following first aid:- Principles of First Aid and Safety
Chauffeur Masterdrive / Advanced Driver training
Our chauffeurs are trained in the following advanced driving techniques:- Defensive driving principals
- Hi-jack management
- Fatigue management
- AARTO
- Journey and route management
- Pre-trip inspections
Chauffeur basic fire training
Our chauffeurs receive the following firefighting training:Focusing on: Combustible fires, solvent fires, electrical fires, metal fires
- Legislation
- Operating fire extinguishers
- Identifying types of fire extinguishers
- Evacuation procedure and safety precautions
Chauffeur training
Our chauffeurs receive the following training:- Dress standards and brand image
- Vehicle preparation
- Road etiquette
- Accident procedure
- Customer service
- Transfer procedure
- Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI)
Minimum requirements
Our chauffeurs need to meet these minimum requirements:- Matric or equivalent, tertiary qualification verification
- A valid driver's licence with Public Driving Permit
And the following tertiary qualification verifications are checked:
- Criminal record - requiring capturing of fingerprints
- Driver's licence verification
- Credit verification - default / judgements
- ID validation
