No. A module should not be repeated during the 5-year cycle unless there are exceptional circumstances that could be justified to JAUPT, e.g., a driver being prosecuted for Drivers Hours offences might be able to justify reattending a Drivers Hours Course. 

No. Any hours in excess of 35 uploaded during the lifetime of the card will be recorded as invalid. 

The Driver Qualification Card is posted to the address that DVSA holds on the system as your licence address. You cannot request that it be posted to another address. 

Yes, you can, providing that your online record shows that 35 hours have been uploaded.

Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) is a qualification that professional bus, coach, and lorry drivers must undertake to ensure they are competent and safe drivers. It includes periodic training modules that drivers must take every five years to keep their licence up to date. Driver CPC training is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of drivers, improve road safety and protect the environment. It covers topics such as driver health and wellbeing, customer service, vehicle safety and handling, fuel efficiency, load security, risk management, and road safety.

Driver CPC is a requirement for all professional drivers in the EU and is monitored and enforced by local authorities and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). The purpose of Driver CPC is to ensure that all professional drivers are up to date with the latest regulations and have the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and effective on the roads.

JAUPT stands for the Joint Approvals Unit for Periodic Training. They are responsible for approving and monitoring training courses for drivers of commercial vehicles in the UK. They ensure that drivers receive training that meets the national standards set by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). JAUPT also work to ensure that training providers meet the standards required to deliver the training.

Driver CPC Periodic Training is a type of training required for professional drivers of large passenger and goods vehicles in the European Union. It is designed to improve road safety and enhance the professional development of drivers. The training consists of 35 hours of classroom-based training, which must be completed every five years to keep a driver’s professional licence valid. The modules cover topics such as safe driving, vehicle maintenance, and emergency procedures. Completion of the training ensures drivers remain up-to-date with industry best practices and regulations.

A CPC Driver Qualification Card is an official card issued by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). The card is valid for five years and must be renewed every five years. CPC training is a legal requirement for all professionally-employed bus, coach, and lorry drivers in the European Union. By having a valid CPC Driver Qualification Card, you demonstrate that you have met the legal requirements necessary to drive professionally.

The UK penalties for not carrying a Driver Qualification Card depend on the individual circumstances. Generally, if an individual is found to be driving a large goods vehicle or a passenger-carrying vehicle without the required Driver Qualification Card, they may be subject to a fine of up to £1,000. If a driver is found to be in breach of the regulations more than once, they may face a court hearing.

Yes, not carrying a Driver Qualification Card will affect an Operator’s Compliance Risk Score. It is important for operators to ensure that all of their drivers are properly qualified, as this helps to reduce the risk of accidents, insurance costs, and legal liabilities. To maintain a good Compliance Risk Score, operators should make sure that their drivers have valid Driver Qualification Cards and that they are kept up-to-date.

Yes, if you are using a D1 entitlement to drive a minibus for the purpose of transporting passengers (for hire or reward), you will need to complete Driver CPC periodic training to ensure you are up to date with the latest driving legislation and safety standards.

Acquired rights are an exemption from Initial Driver CPC training for professional drivers who held a licence to drive professionally before September 2008 (PCV) or September 2009 (HGV). You will still need to hold a valid Driver CPC card, but this will be obtained by completing 35 hours of Periodic Driver CPC Training.