Archives October 2020

Fuel is an important commodity – and it’s costly! There are a number of ways you can adjust your driving, even if you’re driving a HVG or LVG, to save on fuel. Here’s our suggestions.

Plan ahead. LGV and HGV drivers are used to reading the road ahead of them well in advance to stay safe, but there are other benefits too, such as saving fuel – by anticipating braking in advance, rather than slamming on the brakes, you’ll use less fuel to get back up to speed.

Don’t be held back. As your vehicle speeds up air resistance or drag builds up, which can result in using more fuel. Fitting wind deflectors can have a huge impact on keeping fuel costs down.

Check your tyres! Under inflated tyres result in the engine having to work much harder, resulting in higher fuel consumption. They also pose a safety risk, so check your tyres regularly.

Limit the air conditioning. The power used for the air conditioning comes from the engine which increases fuel consumption. Think about limiting your use of air conditioning where possible and definitely turn it off when you have the windows open.

For more information about our online driver CPC courses, contact 01582 383033 or rue@wetraincpc.co.uk.

CPC driver courses are mandatory training for anyone wanting to drive a lorry, bus or coach. Anyone driving these vehicles must complete 35 hours of training every 5 years, spread out to suit their schedules. As well as being a legal requirement, there are a number of benefits to CPC training – Here’s just a few.

Employment opportunities. Drivers are in demand – and if you’re considering a career change to driving large vehicles, having completed CPC driver training already is a huge bonus.

Become a healthy and aware driver. Awareness when driving larger vehicles is hugely important – especially when it comes to your own health. CPC courses teach drivers to be aware of their own tiredness and stress and the implications when driving when weary or distracted, making roads safer for everyone.

Good for the environment – and bank balance. CPC training teaches drivers how to be effective and efficient drivers, as a result using less fuel. Less fuel consumption is better for the environment and saves money along the way – what have you got to lose?!

For more information about our online driver CPC courses, contact 01582 383033 or rue@wetraincpc.co.uk.

The coronavirus pandemic is something none of us expected this year, and it has had a huge impact on logistics. LGV and HGV Drivers are in demand more than ever, but it’s vital that drivers stay safe during these unprecedented times. Here’s how.

Make sure there are clear guidelines in place. Organisations are required to have clear COVID safety guidelines available to all those on site, including drivers who may not be on site all the time. Guidelines must take into account drivers travelling to and from sites and how everyone can stay safe at all times.

Give drivers access to the facilities. It’s a legal requirement to give any and all drivers access to toilets and hand washing facilities whilst they are on site. Signage giving directions to facilities or designating separate facilities for drivers are great ways to keep everyone safe.

Always adhere to social distancing. Provide safe break rooms or spaces for drivers, with room for everyone to social distance safely. If you’re limited on space, drivers could also wait safely in their cabs.

Stay safe everyone!

For more information about our online driver CPC courses, contact us on 01582 383033 or rue@wetraincpc.co.uk.