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Driver CPC Training

The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (‘DCPC’) allows an individual to drive an array of large vehicles within Europe and the United Kingdom. To gain a DCPC you must complete the following steps, which are then followed by an ongoing 35-hour period of training every 5 years. These 35 hours can be divided and undertaken as 7 hours each year, and then these 7 hours can be taken in 1 day or over 2 consecutive days. The training comprises:

Driving Skills for the Future at DHL Next in Ebbw Vale

Our branch at DHL Next Ebbw Vale has recently recruited a Union Learning Representative.

Michael Sullivan came forward to play an active part in his branch and help URTU members in his workplace access learning and training. He is very keen to help members to develop themselves, both personally and professionally.

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