Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)

Description

To show drivers what is required:
when applying for an operator licence & the costs involved for an application & retaining;
for the managing of driver licences, variations, statistics & need to have & sign a policy licence declaration;
and the importance of using a digital smart card & not driving without a card;
for drivers' hours monitoring & Smart 2; Gen 2 tachographs when driving abroad & potential fines;
and the importance of walk around checks & use of electronic devices;
regarding the guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness, VOR & MoT, failure & prohibition policy;
in looking after the OCRS & how management check the 'traffic light' scores;
in the safe loading of vehicles, ensuring vehicles are not over weight & the use of WIMS;
and why height indicators are important in combating bridge strikes;
to try to prevent Public Inquiries;
when a company decides to apply to become an Earned Recognition operator.


Subject Areas

  • Loading/Unloading (LGV)
  • Loading / Unloading (PCV)
  • Legislation (Hours/WTD/Regs)
  • Health, Safety & Emergencies
  • Professional Driver & Company Issues