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ADR Training Courses

ADR is the legislation that controls the carriage of dangerous goods by road throughout Europe. Anyone involved in this area of logistics must make sure that their drivers obtain a Vocational Training Certificate administered by the Scottish Qualifications Authority.

We provide training courses covering the following classes:

  • Core – Covering the basic overview of dangerous goods. Including basic first aid, firefighting and emergency procedures.

  • Tanks – Covering the carriage of dangerous goods in tanks.

  • Packages – Covering the carriage of dangerous goods in packages.

  • Class 1 – Explosives (only available on request)

  • Class 2 – Flammable Gases

  • Class 3 – Flammable Liquids

  • Class 4 – Flammable Solids

  • Class 5 – Oxidising agents and organic peroxides

  • Class 6 – Toxics

  • Class 7 – Radioactives (only available on request)

  • Class 8 – Corrosives

  • Class 9 – Miscellaneous

To qualify for a certificate students have to pass a minimum of the core module plus either the packages module or the tanks module plus at least one class module.

Some typical examples of driver training examination requirements:

  • A driver distributing LPG cylinders would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Packages and Class 2.
  • A tanker driver conveying petroleum spirit would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Tanks and Class 3.
  • A driver who conveys compressed gases in both tankers and packages would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Packages, Tanks and Class 2.
  • A driver conveying explosives would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Packages and Class 1.
  • A driver conveying radioactives would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Packages and Class 7.
  • A tanker driver in general haulage would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Tanks, Classes 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 & 9.
  • A driver in general haulage carrying packaged goods would need to attend the course and pass the examinations for Core, Packages, Classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 & 9.

It is extremely important to ensure that drivers are entered for the correct number of examinations as they will be restricted to conveying only those classes of dangerous goods shown on their vocational certificate.

Available Course Programs

Full Initial ADR 4.5 days (Core, Tanks, Packages, Classes 2,3,4,5,6,8 & 9) This course can gain drivers upto 28 hours towards their Driver CPC.

Initial ADR Initial (excluding tanks) 3.5 days (Core, Packages, Classes 2,3,4,5,6,8 & 9) This course can gain drivers upto 21 hours towards their Driver CPC.

Initial ADR Initial (including tanks) 3.5 days (Core, Tanks, Class 2 or 3) This course can gain drivers upto 14 hours towards their Driver CPC.

Full Refresher 2.5 days (Core, Tanks, Packages, Classes 2,3,4,5,6,8 & 9) This course can gain drivers upto 7 hours towards their Driver CPC.

Refresher ADR (excluding tanks) 2.5 days (Core, Packages, Classes 2,3,4,5,6,8 & 9) This can gain drivers upto 7 hours towards their Driver CPC.

Refresher ADR (including tanks) 2.5 days (Core, Tanks,CLass 2 or 3) This can gain drivers upto 7 hours towards their Driver CPC.

All exams are held online. Candidates will know their results on completion of exams. Anticipating a speedy deliverance of the ADR card for all successful candidates.

ADR Awareness

All persons involved in the loading, handling, and transportation of Dangerous Goods (including drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous substances out of the scope of ADR) require appropriate training to enable them to carry out their duties safely. This is a 1–day course and is designed for all office, warehouse and driving staff to provide them with the required awareness to perform their activities safely.

Subjects covered in this course:

  • Regulations
  • Hazard Classes
  • Documentation
  • Marking and Labelling
  • Safe Loading and Handling
  • Security of Dangerous Goods
  • Vehicle, Driver and Transportation Equipment
  • Emergency Actions

Book your training course today

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Book your training course today

Give us a call to schedule your first session

01469 577942

Testimonials

Here’s what our happy drivers had to say about our services:

Just like to say a big thank you for a very enjoyable 2 days ADR & PDP refresher course. Matt and Sam were on top of their game. Especially liked the endless chocolate biscuits and Mugs of tea. Matt sure knows his stuff. Thanks guys.

Garry Baker

Paul gave a good understanding of the responsibility of a locomotive shunter driver. Answered all questions. Help was never far away when needed. Thanks for your time.

Daniel - Novice Operator course August 2020

A great insight and appreciation of driving and shunting locomotives. Enjoyable, factual and informative. Course delivered in a fun, casual, relaxing atmosphere.

Daryl - Locomotive Driver & Shunter course July 2020