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FP12 Managing drivers hours and records

The most common infringement identified by roadside enforcement officers is non-compliance with drivers’ hours. Drivers’ hours and working time rules are complex and there are common mistakes and violations that contribute to illegal activity.

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Description

The most common infringement identified by roadside enforcement officers is non-compliance with drivers’ hours. Drivers’ hours and working time rules are complex and there are common mistakes and violations that contribute to illegal activity.

You will learn the legal framework of drivers’ hours, working time and record keeping and how these interact with each other. This course will also highlight how to analyse records to identify infringements and implement remedial measures to prevent recurrence.

This is a 3-hour online course counting as one optional module towards the FORS Practitioner qualifications.

Pricing

FORS rate - £70(+VAT)
Non-FORS rate - £140 (+VAT)


TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE FORS DISCOUNTED RATE


Enter your FORS ID as you add each participant and price will automatically adjust to the FORS rate.


All participants taking advantage of the FORS rate must be employed by the FORS Operator when the course is booked and paid for. The training record will be assigned the FORS ID entered.


The FORS discount is not transferable to a non-FORS operator. Improper use of a FORS ID to achieve an ineligible discount will result in training records and certificates being revoked.



Who should attend this course?

  • Fleet managers and those responsible for managing drivers’ hours in their operation
  • Transport office staff employed to support fleet managers or the appointed responsible person and are looking to advance their career
  • Anyone looking for further professional development and knowledge in drivers’ hours rules and management

What objectives does the course cover?

The course equips delegates with the knowledge and skills required to manage drivers hours and records:


By the end of the training course delegates will be able to:


  • Outline the scope and applicability of EU, AETR and GB domestic drivers’ hours rules
  • Outline the scope and applicability of working time rules and how they interact with drivers’ hours rules
  • Apply management checks and maintain and maintain effective and compliant record keeping – in writing and through tachographs
  • Analyse records to identify infringements and implement remedial measures to prevent recurrence