CPC Modular course: Driver Hours
About the module
This module refreshes driver understanding of their legal obligations to record time spent driving, working and on breaks, as well how to use Tachograph equipment correctly.
Topics include:
- EU driver hours
- GB domestic rules
- Road Transport Working Time Directive (RTWTD)
- Tachographs and smart tachographs
- Enforcement and graduated penalties
At a glance:
Duration: 3.5 hours
Format: Classroom or online
Suitable for: All professional licences (C1, D1 C1E, D1E C, D CE & DE)
DVSA CPC syllabus areas:
2.1 To know the social environment of road transport and the rules governing it
Learning outcomes
Refresh knowledge of driver hours rules
Understand the key EC Regulation 561/2006
Learn how to use any Tachograph correctly
Find out about the RTWTD for mobile workers
Why attend Driver Hours
Educating drivers how to record their hours correctly is a cost-effective way to reduce the risk of infringements, penalties and costs for themselves and employers.
Driver Hours helps drivers understand their legal obligations to record driving time, working time, rest periods and break periods correctly, and the penalties for getting it wrong. Our experienced driver trainers fully engage with participants to maximise the learning experience and draw out their views and opinions.
“We used TTC for our CPC training and found that it was dealt with very easily. Everyone at TTC that we spoke to were polite and efficient to ensure that our needs were met. The trainers and the facilities were of a good standard.”
Carol Ball, M&B Minibuses Ltd
Your questions answered
Who should attend?
Any professional driver who needs to complete 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years in order to maintain their Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
Delivery method
This module can be delivered online or in-person and facilitated by an experienced Driver CPC trainer.
For pay-per-place courses, Driver Hours is delivered with the Safe and Secure Loading module as a 7-hour online course.
For private courses, this module can be delivered online or in-person alongside any other TTC Driver CPC module.
Learning outcomes
Following this module drivers will understand:
- Drivers Hours Rules and Regulations EC Regulation 561/2006
- How to use digital and analogue Tachograph recording equipment to meet with current legislation
- Key rules within the Road Transport Working Time Directive (RTWTD) for mobile workers
Identification requirements
A photocard driving licence and Driver Qualification Card must be presented when attending the course.
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