Driver Training
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Latest News 17 Dec 2020Brexit to put pressure on logistics skills gap
An underlying skills shortage is going to be severely impacted by Brexit, according to a new research from Logistics UK.
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Van News 10 Dec 2020Covid-19: Don't ignore duty of care, van fleets warned
Van fleet managers must address gaps in driver training, heavy workloads, and mental health issues caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, say industry experts.
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Latest News 12 Oct 2020
Fleet briefs: Latest from Smart Witness, DriveTech, Ontruck and Alliance Transport Technologies
The latest news in briefs from commercial fleet industry, including SmartWitness providing its in-vehicle cameras for the FIA European Truck Racing Championship.
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Latest News 1 Oct 2020
Fingerprint drug test for drivers at council
Huntingdonshire District Council is using a fingerprint-based drug test on its drivers and on applicants before they are offered a job.
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Latest News 8 Sep 2020IAM RoadSmart urges businesses to fund driver training via Apprenticeship Levy
IAM RoadSmart is encouraging businesses to make sure driver training is a part of apprenticeship development.
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Latest News 29 Jul 2020
TP Fire & Security improves driver safety, while cutting emissions and idling time
TP Fire & Security has announced the successful implementation of Lightfoot’s in-cab technology across its fleet, leading to increases in fuel economy of almost 10%.
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Latest News 23 Jul 2020Government introduces changes to Driver CPC
The changes, which include minimum qualifications, training standards and the delivery of periodic training, were introduced yesterday (July 22).
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Latest News 14 Jul 2020Hovis wins Microlise Driver Excellence Award for 2020
Hovis has won the Microlise Driver Excellence Award for 2020 after telematics data showed it had the best performing drivers.
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Latest News 3 Jul 2020Driving Monitor helps E.On improve driver compliance
E.On has reached the highest levels of driver compliance, thanks to its use of the Driving Monitor platform.
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Van News 4 Jun 2020
Mercedes provides Tesco with additional Sprinters for driver assessments
Mercedes-Benz Vans has loaned 15 Sprinters to Tesco so the supermarket can to continue carrying out driver assessments.
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Latest News 3 Apr 2020
Coronavirus: Red urges delivery companies not to ignore driver training
Red Driver Training is urging delivery companies not to overlook the importance of driver training as they recruit thousands of new employees to cope with demand.
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Latest News 21 Feb 2020
FORS fees frozen for a fifth year running
There will be no increase to FORS membership subscription or audit fees during 2020, for the fifth year in succession.
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Latest News 11 Feb 2020Groundwork London improves MPG and cuts idling
Groundwork London has reported the improvements after installing Lightfoot in its fleet of 73 vans and utility vehicles.
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Latest News 17 Jan 2020RoSPA launches couriers, taxi drivers’ safety guidance
Taxis and couriers urged given new RoSPA safety guidance.
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Latest News 7 Jan 2020Clipper Logistics benefits from Licence Check’s DAVIS solution
Clipper Logistics says it has seen several benefits from switching its licence checking procedures and processes to Licence Check’s DAVIS platform.
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Latest News 16 Dec 2019Cemex holds ‘Driver of the Year’ awards
Cemex has recognised the commitment of its LGV operators to safe, efficient and skilful driving at its annual Driver of the Year awards.
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Latest News 5 Dec 2019
Safety systems mandatory in all new CVs from 2020
Subject, of course, to the new UK Government confirming that it will continue to mirror European road safety rules
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Latest News 3 Dec 2019Fleet Source make appointments for ‘innovations group’
Nick Caesari appoints Steve Steele and Gareth Fussell for 'innovations group'.
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Truck News 27 Sep 2019
M62 drivers targeted in Operation Pennine
Highways England is joining up with six police forces, the HSE and the DVSA to reduce incidents on the M62 between Liverpool and Hull.
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People News 26 Sep 2019
DAF Driver Challenge: Scott Lewis represents UK
Scott Lewis has been chosen to represent the UK at the international final of the DAF Driver Challenge in Luxembourg this weekend.
