Accord Européen sur les Transports Routiers (AETR)
AETR stands for 'Accord Européen sur les Transports Routiers' Essentially, its the European agreement concerning the work of crews of vehicles engaged in international road transport. AETR rules are now the…
Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU)
A Digital Tachograph is specialised electronic equipment used for Road Transport monitoring. It is able to hold information on drivers of the vehicle and their periods of driving and duty…
HGV Driving Licences – The Complete Guide
The DVLA oversees this system, categorising licenses into various classes that correspond to different types of vehicles. Understanding these classes is important for anyone looking to pursue a career in…
The D4 Medical
Discover the essential guide to the UK DVLA Truck Drivers D4 Medical examination. Learn about the process, costs, and the critical role of opticians. Ensure you're fully prepared for this…
Digital Tachograph Driver Card
A Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU) records, speed and distance, together with the driver's activity selected from a choice of modes onto this card. Anyone employed as a drivers has…
Tramping
Tramping as a UK truck driver blends challenges with rewards, requiring technical skill, resilience, and adaptability. From irregular schedules to combating driver fatigue, tramping drivers navigate a complex landscape proficiently.…
Dangerous Goods Qualification (ADR)
ADR is the 1957 United Nations accord that controls transnational transport of hazardous materials.
Driver CPC
We delve into the history, legal requirements, training aspects, qualification achievement, retraining opportunities, costs, industry recognition, workplace CPC courses, and the pros and cons of this certification
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Employers have duties concerning the provision and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at work. The type of PPE needed depends on what your duties are. It can include items…
Smart Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU)
A new EU Regulation has been in force since March 2016 which introduces “smart tachographs”. These new tachograph incorporate a number of differences that utilise advances in technology and implement…