Goods Vehicle Operator Compliance Running a compliant goods vehicle operator’s licence in 2026: the definitive practical guide. Running a compliant HGV operation in 2026 is not just about keeping vehicles moving. It is about proving, with records, systems and management control, that your operation is safe, legal and defensible if DVSA turns up, if OCRS […]
HGV, PSV and vocational driver compliance Drink and Drug Driving: What the Law, DVSA and HSE Expect from Professional Drivers Understanding the legal, safety and employer responsibilities for professional HGV and PSV drivers in the UK. 🚛 HGV & PSV drivers ⚖️ UK legal limits 🛡️ Operator compliance 📋 HSE employer duties Why Drink and […]
When the Traffic Commissioner calls the daily walkaround check “a legal duty and a safety priority”, drivers should take note. Skipping or rushing this simple task puts your licence, your job, and other people’s lives at risk. The DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness makes it clear: drivers, operators, and transport managers all share responsibility for […]
Driver fatigue • Road safety • Operator compliance Too Tired to Drive? The Conversation Too Many Drivers Stay Silent On Drivers rarely want to say, “I’m too tired to drive.” Some employers are also far too comfortable not asking. That silence is dangerous. Fatigue is not just tiredness. It affects reaction time, concentration, judgement and […]
Operation Tramline • Driver conduct • Road transport compliance Operation Tramline: What Professional HGV and PCV Drivers Need to Know Operation Tramline is not a scare story. It is a real road safety operation using high-level HGV cabs to spot unsafe driving behaviour that may be hidden from normal patrol cars. For professional HGV and […]
HGV Speed Limits in the UK and Scotland: 2026 Compliance Guide Legislative Update: 13 April 2026 Operating HGVs across the UK border remains a high-risk area for professional drivers. While England and Wales adopted higher limits in 2015, Scotland maintains distinct regulations that catch out thousands of cross-border operators every year. Compliance Support: You can […]
Driver Hours • Article 12 • Compliance Driving Hours Gone Wrong? What Article 12 Actually Lets You Do When a journey unravels because of a genuine unexpected event, Article 12 can be a legal safety valve. But it is not there to rescue weak planning, a late loading slot, or a delivery promise that should […]
Sustainable transport • Online training • Operator compliance Sustainable Road Transport Starts Before the Engine Turns Sustainability in road transport is not just about electric vehicles, alternative fuels or the latest fleet technology. It starts with better decisions, better planning, better driver behaviour and smarter training. For many operators, one of the quickest and most […]
HGV Daily Vehicle Checks: 2026 Driver & Operator Compliance Guide By Gareth Wildman Director & Senior Lead Instructor, Transcom National Training Your Legal Duty. Road Safety. Your Livelihood. HGV daily vehicle checks aren’t just another chore on your to-do list — they are a strict legal obligation and your first line of defence against danger, […]
We’re Proud to Announce Our Partnership with Fleet Fixation — A Smarter Compliance Solution for Fleet Operators We’re proud to announce a new partnership delivering smarter compliance between Transcom National Training and Fleet Fixation. This collaboration combines our compliance training expertise with cutting-edge fleet management technology, providing a complete solution for HGV and PCV operators […]
