Our Driver Assessment Services
When you employ a driver, you can check that they hold the required licence and whether that licence is clean, but do you really know how good a driver they are and if they are following best practices as they work?
Total Compliance are experts in transport training and compliance and we offer comprehensive, in-vehicle, driver assessments for HGV and van drivers.
Operators choose to use our driver assessment service for a number of reasons, including:
- As part of their recruitment process, to help gauge the suitability of a driver
- After a customer or member of the public has raised a complaint about a driver's actions
- To check that drivers new to driving in the UK have a good working knowledge of the UK Highway Code and are confident and safe driving on the left-hand side
- To check that newly qualified or inexperienced drivers are safe and confident
- To check that drivers who qualified a long time ago but are out of practice, are safe, confident and are up to date with rules and best practices
- As a routine, annual check to help maintain standards and to count towards an employee's personal development plan
- For insurance purposes
How Much Does It Cost?
Our driver assessment service has been given 5-star feedback every time, and we can offer this for a varying number of drivers per session, based on the number of seats in the vehicle. You will also receive a written report for each driver who is assessed during that time.
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What Areas are Covered in a Driver Assessment?
Each assessment lasts for 2-3 hours and is carried out over a pre-determined route, that covers a variety of environments and conditions.
The main areas assessed are:
- Highway Code – Does the driver have a good working knowledge of the Highway Code?
- Attitude – Does the driver have a good attitude?
- Vehicle Checks – Does the driver carry out the appropriate vehicle checks, and do they do it correctly?
- Coupling & Uncoupling – Is the driver able to couple and uncouple safely and using best practice?
- Gear Selection & Use – Is the driver’s gear selection & usage appropriate and efficient?
- Hazard Perception – Does the driver have a good sense of hazard perception?
- Adhering to Road Procedures – Does the driver adhere to road procedures correctly?
- Mechanical Sympathy – Does the driver have an appropriate level of understanding, of how their vehicle works?
- Fuel Efficiency – Is the driver’s driving style fuel efficient?
- Defensive Driving – Does the driver have good defensive driving skills, and do they use them appropriately?
- Safe Driving – Is the driver safe?
- Speed Selection – Does the driver select appropriate and efficient speeds?
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Why Choose Total Compliance?
Industry Expertise
Our assessors have real-world experience in transport, logistics, and compliance, we understand the challenges you face.
Tailored to Your Needs
Whether it’s recruitment, post-incident review, or routine checks, our assessments are adapted to your specific requirements.
Support with Compliance & Accreditation
We help you meet DVSA, FORS, and other industry standards through our expert-led assessments and guidance.
Positive, Professional Approach
Our friendly team focuses on coaching and improvement helping drivers feel supported, not scrutinised.
Proven Track Record
We consistently receive excellent feedback for our training and assessments, thanks to our engaging and effective delivery style.
Full-Service Transport Support
From driver training to audit prep, we offer a complete range of services to keep your operation compliant and your team confident.
HGV & Van Driver Assessments Across the UK
Looking for professional HGV and van driver assessments in the UK? Total Compliance provides thorough, in-vehicle assessments to evaluate driver competence, safety, and compliance with current industry standards.
We deliver assessments at your site anywhere in the UK, including key areas such as Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, London, Cambridgeshire, Cheshire, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, and Yorkshire.
Choose Total Compliance for trusted driver assessments that support safer roads, confident drivers, and compliant operations. Contact us today to schedule an assessment.
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