Cyclist awareness training for HGV drivers
Safe Urban driving (CPC) course for HGV drivers in Hackney
Safe Urban driving (CPC) course for HGV drivers in Hackney
"Safe Urban Driving" is a one day training course that covers a range of aspects of driving an HGV in the urban environment, with a particular focus on driving around vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians.
The course is both practical and classroom based and encourages HGV drivers to empathise with cyclists by giving them the experience of riding a bike on the road.
The course is accredited and meets the requirements of driver CPC obligations under EU directive 2003/59 which requires HGV drivers to complete 35 hours of professional development over a 5 year period. The directive came into effect in September 2008 for bus and coach drivers, and September 2009 for lorry and van drivers (over 3.5 tonnes).
Theory module:
- The changing streetscape and the urban environment
- Vulnerable road users: pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists
- Sharing the road safely
- Defensive driving techniques and actions in the event of an emergency incident
Practical module:
- Driver attitude and perception
- Introduction to active travel, driver fitness and health
- Hazard recognition understanding
For more information about the course please download: free CPC driver training Hackney (PDF, 662KB)
Who is it for?
The training is available to HGV drivers who regularly drive their vehicles within the boundaries of Hackney.
Training is suitable for organisations wishing to minimise the negative impact of their business on vulnerable road users.
Drivers must be able to ride a bike in order to attend the course.
Those unable to ride a bike are invited to take part in the Council's free one to one cycle training for complete beginners before attending.
When and where is it?
Training takes place at centres in Hackney, Bermondsey or Mill Hill or at your place of work. A maximum of 20 people can attend each course.
Training is delivered by Cycle Training UK Ltd and the Skills Training Centre.
How much does it cost?
There is no charge for the training, venue or equipment however drivers / their company must meet the cost of uploading driver details to the DSA database (currently £8.95 per person).
Course participants must provide their own lunch and transport.
To make a booking
Please complete a course enquiry form or contact Pat at Cycle Training UK Ltd on 020 7232 4388 or pat@cycletraining.co.uk
If you have any problems please contact us on 020 8356 6594 or email: cycletraining@hackney.gov.uk.
Page updated: 20 Jan 2012
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