The DVSA has advised drivers to do their Driver CPC training early, due to an expected surge in September. Operators are also being encouraged to talk with their drivers to ensure all qualifications are up to date.
In its latest blog, the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) advises drivers and operators to investigate booking training early if there are still some hours to do. Knowing how many hours drivers have left, which courses are best for them to do, and why there are so many drivers with cards running out at the same time can be confusing.
To help to answer all these questions, the blog features Bob Hannigan, Head of National Standards and Accreditation at DVSA, who gives his thoughts on Driver CPC training.
The planned reforms for a periodic test to replace the 35 hours of training have not come into force, so drivers must make sure they complete their 35 hours of training through the current process before their cards expire. More details: Driver CPC training for qualified drivers: How much training you need to do - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Link to blog: Maintaining Professional Standards – Moving On blog (GOV.UK)
