So I had another daily snooze fest recently.
The trainer said something though. Something like 'the cpc is a means of distinguishing drivers by showing they are professional thus making them more employable."
Or something to that effect as I was half asleep at the time.
This is obviously wrong as itâs non optional so every driver has to do it. So every driver is on the same foot. Also you canât fail it unless you walk out or fall asleep for too long.
Also Iâm pretty sure their is no requirement to understand English as Iâve sat next to people who canât speak English. suppose he got the just of it from the pictures though.
The entire thing is a joke.
However I understand why we have it and in principle itâs a good idea just poorly executed and o suspect most trainers would even agree.
But why donât we have another level of cpc that is completly optional. This can include blind side reversing, using lorry ban pie charts. Driving without a sat nav. Securing loads. Using a fridge properly and proper vehicle checks.
These are just examples of what might appeal to a potential employer.
Basically itâs an advanced truck hgv test with relevant industry based skills included.
You pay for it and you have a accredited trainer sit with you for a few hours and mark you. If you pass you get an advances hgv pass certificate.
This way you can distinguish yourself from Sergio who just passes his test in Romania on a tractor.
Also the employer may receive a discount on insurance as a result of the recognition of the test.
I liken this to the advanced motorcycle test in which often a serving traffic cop will go out with you and judge your riding.
Thoughts?
I suspect a few training companies offer something similar to this already but I think this would have to be carried out by the DVSA with accredited trainers for it to be given enough weight.
I think if something like this existed employers would pay the premium for a quality driver.