CPC Transport Manager (Road Haulage)

Course Overview

The CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) Transport Manager course is designed for individuals who want to become professionally qualified transport managers in the road haulage or passenger transport industries. This qualification is required to meet the legal requirements set by transport authorities in many countries, including the UK and EU. The course will be delivered by one of our fully qualified trainers, who all have a detailed understanding of all aspects of transport management, thanks to many years of transport management experience.

Delegates do not need any prior experience in the transport and logistics industries, as the course will prepare the delegates to take up a transport manager role. It is also ideal for personnel who have experience in fleet management and are now looking to move into a transport manager position and be responsible for the company’s O-licence.

Course Summary

1. Introduction to CPC Transport Management

• Overview of the transport industry
• Legal requirements and responsibilities of a transport manager
• Understanding Operator Licensing

2. Business & Financial Management

• Business structures and finance essentials
• Financial planning and cost control
• Profit and loss, cash flow, and budgeting

3. Transport Operations Management

• Fleet management and vehicle maintenance
• Route planning and scheduling
• Safe loading and unloading of vehicles

4. Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• National and international transport laws
• Drivers’ hours and tachograph rules
• Employment law and health & safety regulations

5. Vehicle & Fleet Management

• Vehicle specifications and maintenance
• Fuel efficiency and environmental impact
• Insurance and risk management

6. Driver Management & Responsibilities

• Driver recruitment, training, and conduct
• Working time regulations
• Driver CPC requirements

7. Health, Safety & Security

• Workplace safety and accident prevention
• Security measures for goods and passengers
• Emergency procedures and incident reporting

8. International Transport & Documentation

• Customs procedures and Brexit implications
• International permits and licenses
• Transporting dangerous goods (ADR regulations)

Assessment & Qualification

Typically consists of two exams:

• Multiple-choice paper (covering general knowledge)
• Case study paper (testing practical problem-solving skills.

Awarded by official bodies like CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) or SEGA (Skills and Education Group Awards)

Who Should Take This Course?

• Aspiring or existing transport managers
• Owners of transport businesses
• Anyone seeking to become a qualified CPC holder to comply with transport legislation

Exam dates 2025 for the Road Haulage CPC Transport Manager

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