Van drivers in danger of driving illegally: warning 15 September 2014

Mercedes-Benz Vans is urging van drivers to check out the facts around Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) requirements.

The deadline for all drivers operating an LGV of more than 3.5 tonnes to have completed their 35 hours of Driver CPC training passed last week on 10 September 2014.

"It seems like there has been a sole focus in the industry on CPC training for truck drivers, but in reality almost 4,400 vans over 3.5 tonnes sold this year in the UK will be subject to Driver CPC legislation," comments Steve Bridge, managing director, Mercedes-Benz Vans.

"This will also have an impact on Operator licences of mixed fleets, so it is vital that the UK van market is fully aware of the legislation," he continues.

"If drivers of vans over 3.5 tonnes are yet to complete, or even start their CPC training, before they drive their vehicle again they must ensure they have undertaken the 35 hours of learning."

Mercedes-Benz UK runs approved Driver CPC training courses. Bridge says that its courses have been designed to offer all of the relevant guidance through interactive and varied classroom and in-vehicle training.

There is also a range of optional topics covering areas, such as load securing, driving safety, economical driving, road risk and road safety.

Iceland Foods recognises the benefits of driver training and has put 900 of its home delivery vehicle fleet drivers through specialist courses at its Centre of Excellence to date.

Author
Brian Tinham

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