Driver CPC · Operator Training · Compliance Courses
Training That Keeps Your Operation
Compliant and Audit-Ready
BFT delivers practical, regulation-led training for HGV operators, PSV operators, transport managers, and drivers. All courses are designed and delivered by CPC-qualified Transport Managers who work with the Traffic Commissioner's standards every week.
Driver CPC Approved
RHA Member
CPC-Qualified Trainers
HGV & PSV Covered
Bespoke Courses Available
All dates and course availability are updated regularly. Contact us for current schedules, group bookings, and bespoke on-site delivery. We deliver training at your operating centre or at a venue of your choice across the UK.
HGV Training
For HGV drivers, operators, and fleet managers — covering legal obligations, compliance standards, and DVSA requirements
⭐ Most In-Demand Course
Driver CPC Periodic Training
(HGV — Category C/C+E)
(HGV — Category C/C+E)
All professional HGV drivers must complete 35 hours of periodic Driver CPC training every five years to maintain their Driver Qualification Card (DQC). BFT delivers approved Driver CPC modules focused on compliance, tachograph rules, driver obligations, and safe operation — topics that matter to the Traffic Commissioner.
35
Hours required every 5 years per driver
7hrs
Per session — minimum unit of training
DQC
Driver Qualification Card renewed on completion
£30+
DVSA fixed penalty per day of non-compliance
HGV
Tachograph Rules & Drivers' Hours
Comprehensive training on EU and AETR drivers' hours rules, digital and analogue tachograph operation, record keeping obligations, and infringement consequences. Suitable for drivers and office staff responsible for tachograph analysis.
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HGV
Daily Walkaround Checks & Defect Reporting
Practical training on driver-level vehicle safety inspection requirements. Covers what to check, how to report defects, what constitutes a dangerous defect requiring immediate action, and the legal obligations under the Road Traffic Act 1988.
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HGV
Operator Licence Obligations for Drivers
Helps drivers understand how their conduct affects the operator's licence. Covers what the Traffic Commissioner expects, how enforcement works, OCRS scoring, and the consequences of driver non-compliance for the business and for their own licence.
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HGV
Vehicle Maintenance Awareness for Drivers
Covers driver responsibilities within the preventive maintenance system. Includes understanding PMI schedules, brake testing obligations, how to identify mechanical concerns on a walkround, and how maintenance records support the operator's compliance position.
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HGV
Load Security & Safe Loading
Practical guidance on load restraint obligations under the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations. Covers securing methods, load weight distribution, documentation, and DVSA enforcement priorities for unsafe loads.
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HGV
Fuel Efficiency & Eco-Driving
Practical techniques to reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions, and extend vehicle lifespan. Covers driving technique, route planning, idle reduction, and the relationship between efficient driving and operator fleet costs.
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PSV Training
For bus, coach, and school transport operators — covering passenger safety, PSV licence obligations, and regulatory compliance
⭐ Statutory Requirement
Driver CPC Periodic Training
(PSV — Category D/D+E)
(PSV — Category D/D+E)
All professional PSV drivers — including bus, coach, and school transport drivers — must complete 35 hours of periodic Driver CPC training every five years. BFT's PSV Driver CPC modules cover passenger safety, disability awareness, emergency procedures, and driver obligations specific to passenger-carrying operations.
35
Hours required every 5 years per driver
Cat D
Covers bus, coach & school transport licences
PSVAR
Accessibility Regulations — disability training required
£30+
DVSA daily penalty per non-compliant driver
PSV
Disability Awareness & Passenger Accessibility
Covers obligations under the Public Service Vehicles Accessibility Regulations (PSVAR) 2000 and the Equality Act 2010. Practical guidance on assisting passengers with disabilities, wheelchair boarding procedures, and communicating with passengers who have hearing or visual impairments.
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PSV
Passenger Safety & Emergency Procedures
Covers driver responsibilities in vehicle emergencies, passenger evacuation procedures, first aid obligations, incident reporting, and how to manage challenging passenger situations. Aligned with DVSA PSV standards and Traffic Commissioner expectations for passenger-carrying operators.
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PSV · School Transport
School Transport Operator Compliance
Specialist training for operators running school and dedicated education contracts. Covers local authority obligations, child safeguarding awareness for drivers, seatbelt requirements, operator licence conditions specific to school contracts, and DVSA enforcement priorities for school transport operators.
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PSV
PSV Operator Licence Obligations
Covers the specific obligations of PSV operator licence holders under the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981 and Transport Act 1985. Includes traffic area coverage, vehicle standards, local bus registration, Traffic Commissioner enforcement, and how PSV compliance differs from HGV operations.
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PSV
Customer Service & Professional Conduct
Covers professional standards expected of PSV drivers, passenger communication, conflict resolution, managing difficult situations calmly, and the relationship between professional conduct and operator reputation with the Traffic Commissioner.
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PSV
Tachograph Rules for PSV Operators
PSV-specific tachograph and drivers' hours training covering domestic and EU rules applicable to passenger-carrying operations, exemptions, working time obligations, and how Traffic Commissioners use tachograph analysis at Public Inquiry.
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Transport Manager Training
For nominated and aspiring Transport Managers — CPC qualification support, compliance management, and continuing professional development
TM CPC
Transport Manager CPC — Refresher & Exam Preparation
Structured refresher and examination preparation support for Transport Managers seeking to qualify or requalify. Covers the OCR syllabus for both Road Haulage and Passenger Transport, with particular focus on operator licence law, TC enforcement, financial standing, and good repute — the areas most relevant to regulatory scrutiny.
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TM
Understanding the Traffic Commissioner System
Practical training for Transport Managers on how the TC system operates — what triggers scrutiny, how OCRS scoring works, what compliance evidence the TC expects, and how Transport Managers can protect both themselves and their operator's licence.
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TM
Compliance Evidence Management
How to build and maintain a compliant evidence system that will withstand a DVSA audit or Traffic Commissioner scrutiny. Covers document structures, retention periods, gap identification, and how evidence quality directly affects PI outcomes. Pairs naturally with BFT Vault.
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Toolbox Training & Customised Courses
Short, focused sessions delivered at your operating centre — designed around your operation, your vehicles, and your compliance gaps
Compliance Awareness Toolbox Talk
A focused 45–90 minute session covering current compliance expectations, what DVSA and the Traffic Commissioner are targeting, and what your drivers need to know right now. Updated quarterly to reflect enforcement trends.
Ideal for: Driver briefings, depot meetings, or team refreshers.
Defect Reporting in Practice
A practical session walking drivers through what a complete and legally valid defect report looks like, common errors that undermine the operator's compliance position, and how defect records are used at Public Inquiry.
Ideal for: Depots where defect reporting quality is inconsistent.
Tachograph Compliance Briefing
A focused session on common tachograph errors — missing manual entries, incorrect mode selection, late card downloads — and the legal and operational consequences. Practical and non-technical in delivery.
Ideal for: Operations with regular tachograph infringement patterns.
Bespoke Compliance Training
We design and deliver training sessions built specifically around your operation, your recent audit findings, your DVSA history, or the gaps identified in a BFT compliance audit. Content, duration, and format are all tailored to you.
Ideal for: Post-audit remediation, pre-PI preparation, or new depot onboarding.
New Driver Induction & Legal Compliance Checklist
What every new HGV or PSV driver — and their operator — needs to have in place before the vehicle moves
New Driver Legal Checklist
The minimum compliance requirements before a new driver starts operating
1
Valid driving licence checked and recorded
DVLA online check confirming correct licence categories, no disqualifying endorsements, and expiry date recorded.
⚠ Must be checked — not assumed from a photocopy
2
Driver Qualification Card (DQC) verified
Confirm Driver CPC is current. Check JAUPT register if in doubt. Failure to hold a valid DQC is a criminal offence for both driver and operator.
3
Tachograph card issued and system briefing completed
Driver has their own digital tachograph card (not sharing), understands correct use, and has been briefed on mode selection and manual entry requirements.
4
Operator induction completed and signed
Driver has received, read, and signed the operator's compliance policies including defect reporting, drug and alcohol policy, mobile phone policy, and vehicle check procedures.
⚠ Signed induction records are critical PI evidence
5
Medical fitness confirmed where required
DVLA Group 2 medical standards apply to HGV and PSV licence holders. Driver should have current medical certificate where applicable, and any conditions declared.
6
Drivers' hours rules briefing completed
Driver understands applicable rules (EU, AETR, or domestic), break and rest requirements, and the consequences of infringements for themselves and the operator.
7
Vehicle walkaround check procedure demonstrated
Driver has been shown the correct defect reporting process for your operation, knows what constitutes a reportable defect, and has completed a supervised walkround.
⚠ First unsupervised check should be assessed and documented
🎓 BFT New Driver Induction Training
We deliver structured new driver induction sessions — either as a standalone half-day course or integrated into your existing onboarding process. Covers all seven checklist points and provides the signed documentation your operator licence requires.
- Covers HGV Category C/C+E and PSV Category D inductions
- Produces signed induction records suitable for TC and DVSA scrutiny
- Delivered at your operating centre or remotely
- Driver CPC eligible (periodic training hours)
⚠️ Why This Matters at Public Inquiry
Traffic Commissioners regularly identify inadequate driver induction as evidence of poor operator management. The absence of signed induction records, incomplete licence checks, or untrained drivers are among the most common findings cited in PI call-up letters. Starting right protects your licence from day one.
🛡️ Already Have New Drivers Starting?
Contact us before they start operating. We can arrange a rapid induction session and produce the compliance documentation you need — quickly and cost-effectively.
Ready to Book or Enquire?
All training courses are available on a group or individual basis. We deliver at your operating centre, at a venue of your choice, or remotely where appropriate. Contact us to discuss your requirements and we will confirm availability, pricing, and scheduling.
No commitment required. We'll discuss your needs and confirm options before any booking is made.