About Driver CPC
By now, all drivers should have a Driver Qualification Card, or DQC. There are a small number of exemptions, but as everyone now knows, if you’re a professional large goods vehicle driver (C, C1, C+E or C1+E), then Driver CPC is an ongoing obligation. Professional PCV drivers with equivalent licences are also required to hold a DQC.
Ongoing requirement
Whether the initial DQC was gained as part of the drivers’ initial licence acquisition or by attending Driver CPC training courses, Driver CPC is an ongoing requirement. It is mandated by EU law (Directive 2003/59) and is designed to improve the knowledge and skills of drivers, as well as enhancing safety on our roads. Brexit will not change the requirement for Driver CPC in the foreseeable future.
The consequences
If a driver is caught driving commercially without their Driver Qualification Card:
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Both driver and operator face fines of up to £1000
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Driver suspended from driving commercially until training is completed
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Possible reduction in driving workforce, and operations adversely affected
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If operations are affected, your reputation with customers could be damaged
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If convicted, operator’s O'license rating will drop to red
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Likely increasing their insurance premiums
about us
Experienced external transport managers and can adapt to your requirements.
Transport school offering training in drivers CPC and classes in L.G.V. class 1 and 2.
Fork lift, 360 degree excavator above and below 10 tonne, Hiab, Telehandler and Dumper training will all be available in the near future.
Our company is JAUPT registered and is based in Dover, Kent.
• We keep the driver up to date with current legislation that might affect them whist out driving. This not only includes, the rules regarding the amount of time that can be spent driving, resting and working, but those of the Highway Code
• Help make the driver more aware of the types of hazard they may encounter (whilst at work) and how to deal with them
• Ensure that the driver understands the importance of staying safe and healthy and ensuring the safety and welfare of others who might be affected by their work - including the vulnerable road user
• Help make them a better driver by showing them the benefits of driving in a defensive and fuel efficient manner
how we can help
Training facilities available Dover, (Kent) Faversham (Kent) and junction 28 off the M25.
Training available at your premises
We can offer training courses at your premises, in your canteen or class room if needed. These can also be run at out of office hours(Evenings and weekends).
External Transport Consultants
National and International experienced managers available
CPC Modular Course
MAH's Approved Driver CPC Modular Course consists of ten half-day modules. We can put any two modules together to make a day’s training course. On completion you get seven hours towards your Driver CPC 35hrs.
Module A: Drivers' Hours and Tachographs - LGV and PCV
To improve drivers' understanding of drivers' working hours, regulations, use of tachographs and to minimise errors in compliance.
Module B: Vulnerable Road Users - LGV and PCV
To improve drivers' understanding of Vulnerable Road Users.
Module C: Vehicle Legal Requirements - LGV and PCV
To ensure drivers understand the need for efficient daily vehicle checks, to fully appreciate their importance and the consequences of not following procedures.
Module D: Eco & Safe Driving - LGV and PCV
To understand the basic principles of safe and fuel-efficient driving and to establish best professional driving practice.
Module E: Safe Loading - LGV or PCV
To improve drivers' understanding of how to load a vehicle safely.
Module F: Professional Driver Legal Requirements - LGV and PCV
To improve drivers' understanding of their legal requirements.
Module G: Professional Driver Vehicle Familiarisation - LGV or PCV
To improve drivers' understanding of different vehicle systems of operation.
Module H: Professional Driver Well-being - LGV and PCV
To understand the basic principles of Driver Well-being.
Module I: Professional Driver Essentials - LGV and PCV
To ensure drivers have retained knowledge and to fill any gaps in that knowledge.
Module J: Working with Others – LGV and PCV
To understand the importance of being able to work with others.
Our material incorporates embedded short professional video clips to illustrate the point and to promote discussion. Media interactive group quizzes, which uses competition and risk to stimulate learning and knowledge retention. Media lead activities to confirm understanding.