FTA announces new training for van operators 14 August 2012

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has launched two training courses for van operators.

The first is a Certificate of Excellence for Van Operators, for individuals managing or supervising freight van fleets, while the second is a Certificate of Excellence for Passenger Van Operators, for those managing or supervising passenger van fleets.

Both are based on the guidelines contained in the FTA's Van Excellence Code, which was written with advice and support from numerous van fleets around the UK.

Mark Cartwright, FTA's head of vans and LCVs, says each is aimed at raising standards across van operations.

"Any organisation operating vehicles as part of its business activity must ensure the safety of drivers and the public, as failure to do so can have serious consequences," comments Cartwright.

"These courses will provide van operators with a wealth of best practice guidance for operating safely, legally and efficiently and are designed to help raise standards across van operations," he adds.

The courses cover areas such as vehicle maintenance systems, vehicle administration, driver licensing, securing of loads, speed limits/limiters, towing equipment and driver identification, behaviour and competence.

All delegates will undertake an assessment at the end of the course, and be issued with an FTA Certificate of Excellence, valid for a period of three years.

FTA's Van Excellence scheme was launched in 2010 to promote high standards of van operation and driving by accrediting operators against an industry code of good practice.

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John Challen

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