Is CPC training a legal requirement?
What is CPC driver training? The CPC qualification is a legal requirement for anyone looking to drive commercially, in addition to their licence.
What does CPC training consist of?
What does CPC training involve? If you are a new driver, your initial training will consist of four modules, including the theory and practical tests you must sit to obtain a driver’s licence. The other two modules are specific to driving lorries, buses or coaches professionally.
What is Driver CPC theory?
The test is made up of 2 parts – multiple choice and hazard perception. You have to book both parts separately, but you can take them on the same day. It does not matter which one you take first but you need to pass both within 2 years of each other to get your theory test certificate.
What are the driver CPC modules?
There are four modules in the Driver CPC
- Theory test: this is the same as the theory test for your LGV licence.
- Driver CPC case study test.
- Driving ability test: this is the same as the practical test for your LGV licence.
- Driver CPC demonstration test.
Who is exempt from CPC training?
There are exceptions from the Driver CPC qualification for drivers of vehicles: used for non-commercial carriage of passengers or goods, for personal use. undergoing road tests for technical development, repair or maintenance purposes, or of new or rebuilt vehicles which have not yet been put into service.
Can I drive without a CPC card?
Yes they do. The law requires them to carry the card as evidence that the required training has been completed and the qualification is still current. If a driver cannot produce a DQC when asked by the police or DVSA, a fixed penalty of £50 will normally be issued.
What are the 4 CPC tests?
Doing these CPC modules will make you eligible for driving CPC vehicles. There are four modules of CPC which includes theory test, Driver CPC case study, driving ability test, Driver CPC demonstration test.
Can I drive without CPC card?
Once 35 hours of training have been completed, a Driver CPC card, also referred to as a driver qualification card (DQC), will be issued. The card usually arrives within 20 days. Driving professionally without Driver CPC is illegal and may incur a fine of up to £1000.
Can you drive a HGV without a CPC?
You must have Driver CPC if you drive a lorry, bus or coach as the main part of your job. You must do 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years to keep it. You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving professionally without Driver CPC.