LGV Driver CPC
The LGV Driver CPC came into force for lorry drivers in September 2009. CPC stands for Driver Certificate of Professional Competence. LGV drivers already driving professionally were given something known as 'acquired rights'. This simply means that their previous experience was valued and they did not need to gain all 4 parts of the Driver CPC initial qualification. However, exisiting HGV drivers need to pass 35 hours of periodic training by 9 September 2014.
Becoming an LGV Driver
If you want to become a lorry driver, and drive an LGV professionally, it is likely you will need to pass all 4 parts of the Driver CPC initial qualification. There are some instances when you do not need to obtain the LGV Driver CPC. For example, you will not need this if:
- the LGV you are driving has a pre-booked appointment at an official testing centre
- the LGV you are driving is not allowed to exceed 45 km/h
LGV Driver CPC Module 2 Driving Theory
Module 2 of the LGV Driver CPC Initial Qualification is a case studies theory test. This theory test builds upon the HGV theory test and is designed to put the theory you have learnt into real-life, practical situations. In the LGV CPC Module 2 theory test, you will be tested on the following areas:
- Optimising Fuel Consumption
- Vehicle Loading Safety Rules
- The Social Environment Of Road Transport
- The Regulations Governing Carriage of Goods
- The Risks of the Road and Accidents at Work
- The Importance of Physical and Mental Ability
- The Ability To Assess Emergency Situations
- Adopting Behaviour To Enhance Your Company's Image
- The Environment and Organisation of Road Haulage
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