The courses are designed not only to help drivers meet their legal obligations but also to enhance practical skills, workplace safety awareness, and operational effectiveness — all while supporting overall employee wellbeing.
Internationally Recognised 7-Hour CPC Periodic Training Courses
At the core of the CPC provision is a series of internationally recognised 7-hour Driver CPC courses, tailored to meet the evolving demands of the highways, logistics, and temporary traffic management sectors. These high-quality training programmes align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Key 7-hour modules include:
- Winter Service Operations Health and Safety
Focused on safety procedures, equipment operation, and hazard awareness in cold weather and snow/ice conditions. - Highways Conflict Resolution and Staff Behaviour
This vital course helps staff manage public interactions professionally and calmly, promoting de-escalation strategies and effective communication. - Emergency First Aid at Work
A hands-on, essential course that meets HSE standards and empowers staff to respond confidently to on-site emergencies.
Modular 7-Hour International CPC Course – Tailored to Operational Needs
Understanding the need for customisable training, Up To Speed Training and Assessment also offers unique modular 7-hour CPC courses. Clients can choose four modular units from a selection of practical, role-specific topics, allowing for tailored development that reflects their operational environment.
Modular options include:
- Commercial Goods Vehicle Banksman
Enhancing safety during vehicle manoeuvring operations with proper signalling and hazard identification. - NHSS12AB Impact Protection Vehicle (IPV) Driver
Training drivers in the safe use and deployment of IPV vehicles on high-speed roads as part of temporary traffic management operations. - Moving and Handling for Highway Electrical Work
Designed for operatives working with lighting columns, electrical cabinets, and similar infrastructure, focusing on safe manual handling practices. - Manual Handling for Temporary Traffic Management Operatives
Specific to traffic management personnel, this course helps reduce musculoskeletal injuries by teaching correct lifting techniques and task-specific practices.
This modular flexibility ensures the training remains relevant, engaging, and operationally beneficial, while still fulfilling the Driver CPC 7-hour requirement.
National 3.5-Hour Driver CPC Courses – Bite-Sized and Focused
For organisations seeking shorter, topic-specific training, Up To Speed Training and Assessment also provides a suite of National 3.5-hour CPC courses. These are ideal for integrating into existing training days or when time constraints prevent a full-day session.
3.5-hour CPC modules include:
- Commercial Goods Vehicle Banksman
- Highways Conflict Management
- Manual Handling for Temporary Traffic Management Operatives
- Moving and Handling Highway Electrical
- NHSS 12AB IPV Driver Training
These shorter courses can be combined to form a 7-hour day or delivered as standalone refreshers or competency-enhancers.
Flexibility and Value-Added Training
What sets Up To Speed Training and Assessment apart is its flexibility in delivery — sessions can be run at client premises, on-site, or at one of the provider’s approved training locations across the UK. Weekend and evening courses are also available to accommodate operational commitments.
Adding the Driver CPC element to existing training offers multiple benefits:
- Ensures compliance with legal CPC obligations
- Increases staff engagement by embedding CPC in meaningful, job-specific content
- Reduces training downtime by combining CPC with other required courses
- Improves operational safety and morale with integrated health, safety, and wellbeing content
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Whether supporting a local authority, highways contractor, logistics provider, or traffic management specialist, Up To Speed Training and Assessment serves as a trusted partner for high-quality, flexible Driver CPC periodic training that delivers value far beyond compliance
