Driver Essentials

Course Information


Pre-requisites

  1. HGV licence
  2. Driver CPC card

Primary Objectives -

  • To ensure drivers acquire a full understanding of EU and domestic drivers' hours.
  • To enable candidates to become economical drivers, not only to make a big difference financially but also to benefit the environment in contributing to the reduction of CO2 and other harmful vehicle emission.
  • Drivers will be confident in their understanding of working time and be fully competent in Tachograph record keeping covering both analogue and digital use.
  • Candidates will become aware of how a safe and fuel efficient driver reflects upon the organisation,
    • Cause less injuries and fatalities on the roads;
    • Reduce accident damage and unproductive downtime for vehicle repair;
    • How fuel efficiency can improve profit margins; lower costs and improve environmental performance.