Looking for Driver CPC Courses?

All drivers of lorries over 3.5 tonnes or Passenger Carrying Vehicles (PCV) with 9 or more seats must complete 35 hours of periodic training every five years. Periodic training is delivered through training courses attended over the five year period covered by the validity of their current CPC. Training courses are usually 7 hours long and courses must be approved by JAPUT and the DVSA.

We are a JAUPT approved centre and offer a full range of CPC courses for drivers of both LGV and PCV vehicles.

Vocational Training

Do you need staff to be able to drive a Bus or Minibus (D / D1 licence)?

With the current PCV driver shortage are you looking to get new or existing staff through their D1 (Minibus) or D (Bus) test? Richard can help with this, with over 10 years in the bus industry he can utilise your own vehicles to create a cost effective solution which allows you to train staff in a timely and cost effective manner. 



Towing a trailer, caravan or horse box (B+E licence)

If you are looking for help to get started towing or are just looking for that little extra bit of confidence with towing then I have courses available for all ability levels and can tailored courses to your exact needs.

Richard Chalmers Training Solutions is the only Trailer Training centre in Cumbria recognised by the

National Trailer & Towing Association.

From an introduction for someone who has never towed to a familiarisation course for an experienced driver with a new vehicle, Richard Chalmers Training Solutions can offer bespoke training solutions for your needs

What about the recent license changes? 
 

Following the recent changes to driving license legislation, you can now tow a trailer of upto 3500kg. this can be both a daunting and dangerous experience for some people. 

Since these changes to licence legislation came into force there has been widespread speculation that Insurers may soon be requiring any drivers wishing to tow to undertake basic competency training in addition to any training required inline with Health and Safety at work training.