The Reunion Chamber of Commerce and Industry is investing in VR-based simulators for logistics vehicle driving training!

Digital learning, News
6 July 2023

The Reunion Chamber of Commerce and Industry is investing in VR-based simulators for logistics vehicle driving training!

The Reunion Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) has recently acquired three virtual reality training simulators developed by Audace. These simulators allow for the training of future logistics equipment operators. They prepare them for the different Certificates of Aptitude for Safe Driving (CACES®). The simulators are intended to be used within the Campus CIRFIM (Regional Interconsular Center for Industry and Trades Training), a training center operated by the CCI of Réunion.

Simulation for secure and certified training

Audace will soon deliver three of its VR training simulators to the CCI of Reunion Island. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry is dedicating these devices to the Campus CIRFIM, one of its branches dedicated to training. Their choice focused on two forklift driving simulators and one “PEMP” (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) driving simulator. The “turnkey” solutions will be delivered in July to the Campus CIRFIM, ready to be used by the learners.

These simulators are intended for the training of young people and individuals undergoing career transition, with the aim of obtaining the CACES certification. They complement real-world training on actual equipment, both in terms of familiarizing learners with the real equipment beforehand and helping them learn to manage hazardous situations afterward. They provide learners with an immersive and realistic experience. Thanks to these tools, learners can train effectively and safely by facing realistic situations.

The C3 and C5 forklift simulators

Among them, the C3 and C5 forklift simulators enable self-paced training to master safe driving. The training is conducted in two phases:

Practice of driving in virtual immersion

To learn how to drive and master the risks. Several scenarios simulate real-life conditions for practice in a logistics warehouse. Each scenario presents risky situations: delicate maneuvers, ramp crossings, pedestrian and vehicle traffic, obstacles on the ground, etc.

Driving analysis

To evaluate driving: issuance of a detailed educational report.

All the learner’s actions are analyzed. His driving behavior and adherence to expected safety rules are assessed. The software keeps track of all data for each learner and scenario performed for the trainer’s reference.

The aerial work platform (AWP) simulator

As for the aerial work platform (AWP) driving simulator, developed in collaboration with AFTRAL, it aims to achieve the following objectives:

Validation of skills in the operation and driving of aerial work platforms (AWPs)
Learning to drive as part of initial training before training on a real machine (reducing the time required to mobilize the actual aerial work platform and increasing availability of trainers)
Refresher training for aerial work platform operation (no need to mobilize an actual aerial work platform)
Safety: Learning risk management
Productivity: Learning timed operation of aerial lifts

Driving simulators prove to be extremely valuable tools for capturing the interest of Generation Z, motivating them to pursue training in high-demand occupations. Furthermore, they represent a significant advancement in enhancing safe driving practices, particularly in fields where work-related accidents leading to injuries and downtime are still unfortunately too common. Indeed, investing in such training tools is an essential (and cost-effective) approach. It allows for a combination of attractiveness, efficient training, and prevention of occupational hazards.