Dangerous Goods Driver Training examinations and training are conducted by centres approved by the Department for Transport.
All examinations are conducted at the training centre and are multiple choice, in most cases you will receive your results on the day.
On passing Dangerous Goods Driver Training exams candidates will be issued a Vocational Training Certificate (VTC) allowing them to transport dangerous goods in the classes and modes they have passed, course lengths vary depending on which VTC you wish to gain.
Employers and drivers should be aware that all dangerous goods training is classed as work time under the relevant drivers’ hours legislation. Attendees at courses will have to record this time on the appropriate record after the course is completed.
Initial ADR Packages and Classes Course
Course Length: 4 Days
Course Content: Core, Packages and Classes 2, 3,4,5,6,8 and 9
This course is designed for company’s who require to train Drivers, or individuals who require initial training on the above modules relating to the transportation of Dangerous Goods by Road transport. The course is designed for those who currently do not hold an ADR Certificate, or those with certificates that have expired. Part of the course requires elements of practical training to be conducted, this includes First Aid, Fire Extinguisher Training, and basic Emergency Actions.
Initial ADR Packages, Tanks and Classes Course
Course Length: 5 Days
Course Content: Core, Packages, Tanks and Classes 2, 3,4,5,6,8 and 9
This course is designed for company’s who require to train Drivers, or individuals who require initial training on the above modules relating to the transportation of Dangerous Goods by Road transport. The course is designed for those who currently do not hold an ADR Certificate, or those with certificates that have expired. Part of the course requires elements of practical training to be conducted, this includes First Aid, Fire Extinguisher Training, and basic Emergency Actions.