Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT) Online – For Goods Vehicle & PCV Operators

Maintaining your operator licence compliance is critical — whether you manage HGVs, vans, coaches or minibuses. Our online Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT) course is designed to help both goods vehicle and passenger transport operators understand their obligations, reduce compliance risks, and avoid costly penalties.

Delivered online by expert transport trainers, this course equips transport managers, directors, restricted licence holders, and anyone responsible for fleet operations with the knowledge needed to meet DVSA expectations and maintain a strong compliance record.

Why Choose Our OLAT Training Course?

At just £110 (VAT included), our online OLAT course provides practical, high-quality training for operators of both PCV and goods vehicles. Whether you’re managing a fleet of HGVs or responsible for buses and coaches, this course is essential for maintaining your licence and safeguarding your business.

Who Is This Course For?

• HGV & LGV Operators (Standard or Restricted Licence)
• PCV Operators (Minibus, Coach & Bus services)
• Transport Managers
• Company Directors & Compliance Staff
• Anyone managing or supporting licensed vehicle operations

What You’ll Learn in Our Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT)

Our course covers essential compliance knowledge for operators across both goods and passenger transport sectors, helping you operate legally and confidently.

Key Learning Areas:

• UK Operator Licensing Rules: Understand the responsibilities under the Goods Vehicles (Licensing of Operators) Act and PSV operator licence framework.
• Roadworthiness & Vehicle Safety: Ensure all vehicles are maintained to DVSA standards through effective systems and safety inspections.
• Driver Management & Tachograph Compliance: Stay compliant with working time, tachograph use (digital & analogue), and records management.
• Role of the Transport Manager: Know the legal expectations and practical responsibilities of nominated persons under your licence.
• OCRS Explained: Learn how your compliance history is tracked and how to improve your score to avoid enforcement action.
• Load Security & Vehicle Checks: Understand daily walkaround checks, reporting procedures, and how to maintain compliance with load safety requirements.

Why Operators Choose Transcom’s Online OLAT Course

• Suitable for Both Goods & Passenger Operators: One course designed to meet the needs of all operator types across the UK transport industry.
• Online & Accessible Nationwide: Study at your convenience — anywhere in the UK, on your schedule.
• Current, Expert-Led Content: Delivered by experienced trainers and updated regularly to match current legislation and DVSA expectations.
• Improves Your Compliance Confidence: Ideal if you’ve been advised by the Traffic Commissioner to complete OLAT or want to prepare proactively.
• Affordable & Effective: Just £110 with VAT — a small investment to protect your licence and business reputation.

Protect Your Licence. Safeguard Your Business.

Non-compliance can lead to public inquiries, suspended licences, or financial penalties — and it affects both HGV and PCV operators. Don’t wait for a DVSA warning letter to act.

Book your place on our Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT) course today and make compliance a strength — not a risk.

Have questions or booking a group? Call Transcom National Training — we’ll guide you to the right course for your business needs.