Our Training Locations
Our six training depots are located in: Portsmouth; Otterbourne; Aldermaston; Theale; Worthing and Havant. Our training centres are conveniently situated within the local areas of the following counties to provide the maximum coverage within: Hampshire; Isle of Wight; West Sussex; East Sussex; Surrey; Buckinghamshire; Oxfordshire; Berkshire; Wiltshire and the eastern side of Dorset.
Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT)
The Goods Vehicles (Licensing of Operators) Act 1995 was designed to implement EC Directives 96/26EC and subordinate legislation with regard to the occupation of road haulage and passenger operations.
The regulations state that an operator who seeks a standard National or International Licence MUST satisfy the Licensing Authority that he/she is either professionally competent or employs someone as a transport manager who is professionally competent and is of good repute.
This course has been designed to raise awareness of the Transport Managers’ responsibilities with regard to the demanding requirements of road transport legislation and to help protect your operator’s licence and maintain a healthy Operator Compliance Risk Score.
Operator Licence Compliance
Covering the ongoing management of an Operator licence to assist in:
- Having a better understanding of the principles underpinning the O Licence System
- Having a clear understanding of the level of commitment and activity needed to create effective management control systems
- Being able to clarify requirements to other staff, either superiors or reportees.
- Being in a position to contribute cost-effective, practical solutions regarding compliance in this area
- Understanding how the OCRS system works and how can have a positive effect on this score
- Knowing where to go for follow-up advice and guidance
- Understanding their role and other colleagues’ role in managing the O Licence
- Being up-to-date with the latest changes in legislation
Drivers Hours Compliance
Drivers’ hour's laws include: permitted driving limits; driving break rules; daily and weekly rest requirements. Working Time Directive and Road Transport Directive. We give an overview of the directives: who they affect, what activities constitute working time and how breaks need to be taken.
Tachograph Rules (Analogue & Digital) and Record Keeping for Drivers
Companies will need to be familiar with both traditional analogue and digital systems and how to integrate them to avoid falling foul of the regulations. Topics covered include:
- Analogue Tachographs: trace identification; centre-field requirements; handwritten entries
- Digital tachograph: makes of digital tachograph; Drivers/Company Workshop and Control Cards; operational modes; manual entries; UTC Time; logging on and off; pictograms; using and understanding printouts
- Mixed Tachograph Work
- Exemptions – which operations are exempt from tachograph regulations, including Domestic Rules
- Systems for filing and storage of charts
- Understanding tachograph analysis (if applicable)
- Analogue chart retention
Driver Licensing
Advising managers on best practice regarding the frequency of these checks and when to notify the Traffic Commissioner of any infringements committed by vocational licence holders.
Driver Management
Advising managers on best practice regarding driver disciplinary issues.
Maintenance and Traffic Regulations
Offering Transport Managers advice regarding best practices in devising: a daily defect reporting system; maintenance schedules; the recording and monitoring of vehicle inspections and scheduling tachograph calibrations inspections.
Why Train with 2 Start?
Call our advisors 02392 123 555
Speak with our experienced advisors Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm
See what our students have to say!
Portsmouth
2 Start Ltd (Portsmouth), Unit 4 Shawcross Industrial Estate, Ackworth Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, PO3 5HU
Call: 02392 123555
Richard Jones
14:53 12 Apr 24
I would definitely recommend 2 Start Ltd for all CPC training requirements
Richard Fitchett
18:04 11 Apr 24
I attended the car to C+E course. Had the best experience from knowing nothing to passing my test first time all thanks to Phil my instructor, the knowledge and skills he gave me during the two weeks was second to none. Thanks to the whole team at 2 Start as they were all happy to help through the whole process. Whenever I need to do another course they will be the first people I will contact. Five stars isn’t enough.
Brian Thorn
20:07 07 Apr 24
Great training, guidance and feedback from Phil and Will resulting in a first time pass.
Raul Sebastian
12:49 05 Apr 24
Very nice experience with 2 Start LTD PortsmouthI recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about driving. Very friendly people and instructors. I had Phil as an instructor and I was very happy with his ability and experience he taught me very well how to drive an arctic CE category from small car. Thank you very much for all the support and believing in me! 10 stars not 5
Norman Bates aka Thebeardedpsycho
10:42 05 Apr 24
Fantastic trainin lads especially Will.........thanks again for all your hard work
Southampton
2 Start Ltd (Southampton), Unit 2 Four Dells Farm, Poles Lane, Otterbourne, Winchester, SO21 2DY
Call: 02382 022975
Clinton Harding
13:26 12 Apr 24
Thoroughly impressed with the level of training and safety knowledge of our instructor Gary, good clear and concise instruction when undertaking practical assessments
Lewis Gore
10:31 12 Apr 24
All staff were amazing and knowledgeable, Marcus (instructor) was great while teaching makes you feel very comfortable
R3TROJACK
12:26 11 Apr 24
Brilliant staff all round, exceptionally Dell and Dave who will get you to a good test standard. The depot is quite rural wich is great for building confidence before you start taking on more urban environments. Loved going in to train every day and had no regrets!!
Layton Cutler
10:52 05 Apr 24
Had a great experience, there is a friendly but professional atmosphere where with the help of instructor Dave Monk who really eased my anxieties and stress which helped me pass first time. I would definitely recommend this company and the guys that work there
Reading
2 Start Ltd (Reading), Unit 32 Youngs Industrial Estate, Paices Hill, Reading, RG7 4PW
Call: 01184 021861
George Craus
14:30 17 Apr 24
A great experience and a special Thanks to my instructor Mark. He was very patient and gave me the guidance I needed to get a first time pass on my C1. Will certainly use them again if I dare to drive anything bigger in the future!!
Paul Grant
16:46 12 Apr 24
I took my CPC course all 5 days in one go, and I can honestly say it was an outstanding experience given by Clint.It was informative and had plenty of humour to break the day up.
Miguel Bento
10:27 11 Apr 24
Great C1 driving course. My instructor Mark was fantastic, very knowledgeable and professional. Would recommend 👌🏻
Jordan Matthews
11:10 08 Apr 24
Passed my cat c with 2 start. Mark and Roy are fantastic very intuitive and a great representation of the company. Thank you!
Jeelle Mo
17:37 04 Apr 24
Great overall experience.Thanks to Mark Salisbury, an exceptional instructor.
Mr Been
08:49 31 Mar 24
Some of the instructors are 5 star guys, however one of them is not fit for this job, brings his own issues to work and takes it out on his students.There's also another thing, they are 40min away from the test centre and test routes so your 3-4h driving session is almost half spent on driving to and from the routes.So, if you don't mind driving 40-50% of the time off the test route and having an instructor shout at you and put you down, then this provider could be ideal for you.
Worthing
2 Start Ltd (Worthing), The Vinery Ind Est, Unit 54 & 55, Poling, Worthing, BN18 9PY
Call: 01903 952410
irish john
19:58 15 Mar 24
Passed my C+E today. I've held my C licence for 20 years and it that time I picked up some bad habits. I spent 3 days with Greg then the last 2 with Jon. Between them they fettled my skills. I started the test with a good feeling of confidence. Both instructors were true professional. They are 100% honest in there assessment then they work with you at your pace to address any issues you may have. I feel they have a true passion for their job. The facilities or clean and tidy as are the vehicles. Every aspect is professional. I would have no hesitation recommending 2 Start.
David Boni
13:20 28 Feb 24
I had a brilliant experience with 2Start Ltd (Worthing). Passed my Class 1 (C+E), and the entire process was smooth. My instructor, Paul, was fantastic – patient, professional, and really understood how to help me succeed. If you're looking for a great training provider, I highly recommend2Start.
Jordan Gibson
14:33 23 Feb 24
Past my category c driving license with rob @ 2 start. I can’t recommend these guys enough. Rob was very calm and gave very clear instructions and advice to improve my driving. He gave grate feedback and positive encouragement. Was happy to answer any questions and concerns I had. Plus I passed my test 1st time with the one week of training. The site is clean and tidy and the lorry’s are kept very clean and tidy as well. Everyone staff member I met at the depot where polite, friendly & approachable. Unfortunately Rob wasn’t present for my test but the depot manager who took me to test was just as polite and friendly. And Rob even took the time to congratulate me after passing.
Juan Luis Viveros Torralba
16:59 16 Feb 24
Great training center to get your C licence and CPC.Great staff and trainers who help you giving you the keys to pass at first attempt.Totally recommended