Training
We are more than just a recruitment agency, we also offer an extensive range of training opportunities, either at our headquarters or at a client’s workplace.
Whether you are a candidate seeking to learn a new skill, update your knowledge, or a company seeking a training provider to upskill your team - we can help.
Route 1 is proud to offer a variety training courses, in compliance and work-based learning. They offer a collection of globally recognised qualifications ranging from food safety to security training. With more than 250 qualifications delivered across the country. Our training is from some of UK’s most prestigious awarding organisations.
Want to know more? For more details on any of our courses, or if you have other training needs, please get in touch with the Route 1 team. We would be delighted to explore how we can help with your training needs.
Courses Include:
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Driving Limits and Breaks
Record Keeping
Enforcement
Drivers’ Hours Regulations
Multi-Manning
GB and NI Rules
Sample topics:
Professional Driver Roles & Responsibilities
Representing the Company
Vehicle Awareness
Diet, Mood and Driving
Factors Influencing Driving Behaviour
The Effects of Alcohol on Driving Behaviour
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General Health & Safety
Assessing the Risks
Safe Working on the Road
Loading Bays and Ramps
Safety in Coupling and Uncoupling
Slow Moving Vehicles
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Company Policies and Procedures
O Licensing
Transport Managers
Inspections & Prohibitions
OCRS
Driver Licensing
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Traffic Regulations
Vehicle Selection
Weights and Dimensions
Insurance
Clandestine Entrants
International Transport
Sample topics:
Load Safety Regulations
Principles of Safe Loading
Load Distribution
Load Securing Systems
Load Awareness
Planning to Load and Unload
Sample topics:
Tachograph Regulations, Enforcement and Exemptions
Introduction to the Digital Vehicle Unit
Digital Tachographs – Data Recording and Operation
Digital Tachographs – Logging In/Out and Manual Entries
Analogue Tachographs Manual Entries
Introduction to the Analogue Vehicle Unit
Sample topics:
What’s the Risk?
Breakdowns
Vehicle Collisions
Emergency Manoeuvring
Physical and Verbal Confrontation
Vehicle Inspections & Vehicle Awareness
Sample topics:
The Tractor Unit – An Overview
Gearbox Types
Braking Systems
Coupling Systems
Retardation
Assistive Technologies
Sample topics:
Why Drive Economically?
Planning for Efficiency
Driving Style
Torque and Engine Power
Fuel Consumption and Efficiency
Aerodynamics
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Urban Driving
Route Planning
Speeding
Cyclists
Driving in Challenging Weather Conditions
Vulnerable Road Users
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An Introduction to Mental Health
An Introduction to Depression
An Introduction to Anxiety
An Introduction to PTSD
Stress and the Workplace
Bullying in the Workplace
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An Introduction to Manual Handling
An Introduction to Spine and Human Movement
Manual Handling Capabilities
Risk Assessments
Pushing and Pulling
Manual Handling and Pallets
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Food Safety Regulationsg
Food Handling and Hygiene
Refrigeration - Chilled
Refrigeration - Frozen
Milk Tankers
Drayman Operations