CPC training is available for drivers as well as Transport Managers and is designed to ensure that individuals are aware of their responsibilities surrounding legal compliance and safety on the roads. Transport Manager CPC training is offered as a special full course, spanning ten days with content that covers legislation, best practice, technical and legal aspects of a haulage operation.
But what should transport managers expect from this course, and how do you go about booking it? In this blog, we take a closer look at the full 10-day course and what you’ll get from it.
Understanding the Transport Manager CPC Road Haulage Qualification
Transport managers need to be able to prove that they have the necessary skills and qualifications to safely navigate transport and fleet management, so that when an organisation applies for a licensing, they can be named as the nominated manager.
The proof of these skills lies in the CPC qualification, which is earned after two exams – taken following the 10-day course. This course is broad and culminates in a Certificate of Professional Competence, covering a multitude of topics from health and safety to financial management, record keeping, the use of tachographs, operator licences, and documentation for national and international haulage. Other topics include preventative maintenance, the role of daily inspections and vehicle checks, safe loading of vehicles, legal requirements for overseas haulage and labelling, and more.
How to Book the Full CPC Course
There are three approaches to studying for Transport Manager CPC certification in road haulage: via in-person training, with an e-learning course, or through home study. This allows some candidates to study independently rather than attend a course, which can be a better option for some – only needing to attend an approved centre to sit the exam.
Accessing the right course will depending on your timeline and timings as well as the way the course is run. There are set dates as scheduled by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, so all those undergoing the exam and seeking the full qualification will need to select a course start date and examination date that works within those parameters.
Once the course is complete and you have passed the exam, you can become a named transport manage on licence applications – and continue a long career in the road haulage industry.
What Other Courses Are Available?
It’s not just the full 10-day CPC course that transport managers need access to. Managing a fleet of drivers effectively and sustainably also requires sufficient competency training for the drivers themselves, covering all situations and likelihoods when on the road – both locally and internationally.
CPC training is available in a range of different formats and programmes, from training delivered on site at your premises to remote leaning and online opportunities. Get in touch with your local provider to find out more about training for managers, drivers, and everyone in your team.