ALW Training Services

What is Driver CPC Periodic Training?

This is a qualification that aims to improve drivers' knowledge and practices before, during and after a 

journey. This consists of 35 hours of classroom training, which is broken down into 5 days of training. CPC stands for Certificate of Professional Competency.

 

Is there a deadline? When is it?

Yes, initially there was a deadline for drivers with grandfather rights; 

LGV (HGV) drivers - 10th September 2014

PCV (Bus and Coach) drivers - 10th September 2013. 

However, once completing your 35 hours of training, you will be issued a Driver Qualification Card (DQC), which will indicate an expiry date. The expiry date will be 5 years from the date your training was completed.

 

What is a DQC?

This is a Driver Qualification Card, which proves you have completed the required CPC training. This must be carried whilst on route at all times or you face a fine and unable to drive any further.

 

Do I have to do it?

It is illegal to drive for a profession without the 

qualification card. You and your employer may be faced with fines of up to £1000.

 

Why train with ALW Training Services?

Our years of experience within the transport industry allows us to  deliver effective and practical driver training. Our day-to-day experience and knowledge in operations, logistics and actual life of a professional driver allows us to understand the needs within the transport sector.