CPC Refresher Course for Transport Managers

Our two-day Transport Manager CPC Refresher course will satisfy the Traffic Commissioner you have completed suitable training.

Online & classroom sessions are available for both road haulage and passenger operators.

Prices start from £200.

What is a CPC Refresher Course?

Transport Managers are expected to keep their knowledge of their role up to date with current rules, legislation and best practice methods. Attending a CPC Refresher course every five years is the perfect way to meet this requirement. Traffic Commissioners will expect to see a CPC Refresher certificate

Our tutors cover key areas of responsibility (includes 7 hours of DCPC credit free of charge)

MDR Training offers approved Transport Manager CPC qualifications for road haulage & passenger transport.


“Transport Managers should possess high quality - professional knowledge to do their job effectively”

- Office of the Traffic Commissioner

Course Content

When you book with MDR Training you will get access to our bespoke learning portal to access your course and get your certificates.

The session covers the following subjects:

CPC Refresher for HGV Operators

Day 1

  • Operator licensing

  • Driver’s hours

  • Planned preventative maintenance

  • Driver’s hours record keeping

  • Driver licencing

  • OCRS

  • Bridge strikes

Day 2

  • Do you self audit annually?

  • Public enquiries

  • Mechanical conditions i.e PG9’s

  • Safe loading, load security and dangerous goods

  • Tyre rules & ABS

  • DVS

  • Clandestine entrants (If required)

  • Traffic regulations

  • Plating & Testing

CPC Refresher for PCV Operators

Day 1

  • Operator licensing

  • Driver’s hours

  • Planned preventative maintenance

  • Driver’s hours record keeping

  • Driver licencing

  • OCRS

  • Bridge strikes

Day 2

  • Do you self audit annually?

  • Public enquiries

  • Mechanical conditions, i.e PG9’s

  • PSV 112

  • PSV AR

  • Tyre rules & ABS

  • Clandestine entrants (If required)

  • Traffic regulations

  • Plating & Testing

Ensuring Compliance

Completing a CPC Refresher course every five years is an expectation from the Traffic Commissioner to ensure you stay up to date with new rules, legislation changes and best practice methods. Another useful tool to ensure compliance is regular independent compliance audits.

A compliance audit is like a check-up for your transport operation. It helps you ensure you're following all the rules and regulations, which is important for keeping your business licence and avoiding fines.

Audits can also help you spot problems before they become larger issues. This way, you can fix them early and avoid accidents or financial losses.

Using a DVSA approved auditing company is a good idea because they are recognised for their expertise. Their audits are more likely to be accepted by regulatory bodies, which helps you keep your operator licence. Being part of the DVSA Earned Recognition scheme can also boost your reputation and attract more clients.

In short, compliance audits help you stay legal, efficient, and competitive. And using a DVSA-approved auditor ensures your audits are top-notch and recognised by authorities. If you’d like to find out how MDR Training can support you with an independent compliance audit call us on 01530 834 554.

Book your place on our CPC Refresher course

Transport Manager CPC Refresher Course
from £200.00

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