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Stay Compliant, Avoid Penalties: Why Compliance Management Is Critical for Restricted Operator Licence Holders
If you’re operating goods vehicles under a Restricted Operator Licence, you’re probably aware that compliance isn’t optional—it’s...
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May 274 min read
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Avoid a £10,000 Fine: The 10 Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make
Whether you run a fleet of 50 vehicles or just one van, holding an Operator’s Licence in the UK comes with strict legal responsibilities....
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May 25 min read
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Guide 20. How to Meet the Financial Standing Requirements for Your Operator’s Licence
Financial standing is a critical requirement for holding an Operator’s Licence in the UK. Traffic Commissioners must be satisfied that...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 19. How to Calculate Vehicle Safety Inspection Frequencies
Maintaining the safety and roadworthiness of vehicles is a cornerstone of compliance for any operator holding an Operator’s Licence in...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 18. How to Use Technology to Manage Your Operator’s Licence
Managing an Operator’s Licence in the UK is a responsibility that comes with legal, operational, and reputational implications. For...
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Apr 305 min read
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Guide 17. How to Prepare for a DVSA Roadside Check
What Happens at a Roadside Inspection and What Paperwork Drivers Should Carry The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) conducts...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 16. How to Conduct Effective Driver Walk around Checks
Templates and Checklists for Daily Inspections – What Drivers Must Check Every Day Ensuring roadworthiness is a cornerstone of staying...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 15. How to Prevent an Operator’s Licence Revocation: Common Pitfalls Operators Fall Into and How to Avoid Them
In the UK road haulage and passenger transport sectors, your Operator’s Licence is your lifeline. Without it, you can’t legally run your...
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Apr 305 min read
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Guide 14. How to Appeal Against an Operator’s Licence Decision
For many transport operators, the Operator’s Licence is the cornerstone of their business. Whether you’re running HGVs, PSV fleets, or a...
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Apr 304 min read
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Guide 13. How to Apply for an Interim Operator’s Licence
When and Why to Apply – and How It Differs from a Full Licence For anyone involved in the transport and logistics industry, holding a...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 12. How to Manage Drivers’ Hours and Tachograph Compliance
Managing drivers’ hours and ensuring tachograph compliance are crucial responsibilities for any transport manager. The consequences of...
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Apr 302 min read
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Guide 11. How to stay Legal When Operating Vehicles Abroad
Operating vehicles across international borders can open up lucrative opportunities for transport companies and drivers. Whether you’re...
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Apr 304 min read
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Guide 10. How to Update Your Business Details on Your Operator’s Licence
Managing a transport business comes with a host of legal obligations. One crucial aspect is ensuring that the details held on your...
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Apr 305 min read
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Guide 9. How to Deal with Lost or Stolen Operator’s Licence Discs
An Operator’s Licence disc is a legal requirement for all goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes in the UK. It must be clearly displayed on the...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 8. How to Appoint and Manage a Transport Manager
When it comes to running a commercial vehicle operation, one of the most vital appointments you’ll make is that of a Transport Manager....
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Apr 305 min read
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Guide 7. How to Handle a Public Inquiry into Your Operator’s Licence
A Public Inquiry (PI) into your Operator’s Licence can be a daunting and stressful experience. For many transport operators, receiving...
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Apr 306 min read
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Guide 6. How to Add or Remove Vehicles on Your Operator’s Licence Walkthrough of using VOL (Vehicle Operator Licensing) online system or making paper updates
Managing your vehicle fleet efficiently is crucial for compliance and operational success. In the UK, operators of heavy goods vehicles...
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Apr 303 min read
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Guide 5. How to Keep Your Vehicle Maintenance Records Properly
For any vehicle owner—whether you’re managing a single car or an entire fleet—keeping accurate maintenance records is more than just a...
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Apr 304 min read
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Guide 4 : How to Manage Your OCRS (Operator Compliance Risk Score)
Operating a fleet of commercial vehicles comes with a significant amount of regulatory oversight. One critical metric used to assess an...
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Apr 295 min read
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Guide 3. How to Pass an Operator’s Licence Audit or DVSA Inspection
Running a commercial vehicle operation in the UK comes with significant regulatory responsibilities. One of the most critical aspects of...
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Apr 295 min read
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