Ensuring driver compliance with regulations is not only a legal requirement for operators, but also a critical aspect of maintaining fleet safety standards. However, managing driver compliance poses significant challenges for operators, especially with the complexities surrounding Driver Qualification Cards (DQCs) and Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) renewals. Fortunately, Convey’s Training module offers operators a comprehensive solution to navigate these challenges effectively through streamlining and simplifying compliance management processes. 

Recent warnings in the press highlighting the fact that there will be a record number of expiring DQCs this year, must serve as a timely wake-up call for UK operators. The industry has also struggled in recent years with limited training opportunities during the 2020/2021 lockdown periods, And now as the current 5 year cycle draws to a close, the pressure is on once again for these drivers to complete the required refresher training. At Convey we always encourage customers to adopt a proactive approach to managing driver compliance by planning and implementing a fleet training schedule, thus avoiding the pitfalls of last minute rushes to get training hours completed, or indeed losing driver assets from their fleet because of non-compliance.

Managing driver compliance, however, goes beyond the basics of CPC renewals. Operators must also contend with administrative tasks such as setting reminders, managing status updates, and monitoring expiry dates. This is where the Convey Training module really comes into its own, effortlessly addressing these challenges with its advanced automation capabilities. The Training module sets reminders, tracks status updates, and meticulousy monitors the number of training hours undertaken by each driver, ensuring ongoing compliance without the stress of manual tracking. Our Training module offers digital document storage capabilities too, enabling operators to upload and manage drivers’ certificates online. This feature streamlines paperwork management and provides a full audit trail for efficient record-keeping, delivering peace of mind around compliance.

The module’s intuitive dashboard further enhances operators’ ability to manage driver compliance effectively, furnishing operators with a real-time snapshot of driver courses and their status. The user-friendly interface allows operators to navigate compliance-related tasks with speed and precision, thereby optimising operational efficiency. Tracking and managing progress is another crucial aspect of managing driver compliance, and our Training module excels in this regard. The module tracks and manages training hours by depot location and by driver, allowing operators to quickly prioritise their training needs based on their business requirements.

Last, but certainly not least, the Convey Training module is currently available to operators at absolutely no cost, as it comes free with our acclaimed Tachograph module. To find out more about this valuable driver compliance tool, please visit the main Training page or call our customer services team on 01793 676257.