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Operators doubtful about Driver CPC
DESPITE THE Driver CPC being intended to enhance professionalism in the industry, almost three quarters of operators believe it will make no difference.
According to the latest CM/Michelin business monitor (see page 26), 67% do not support the scheme, and 74% feel it will not raise the level of professionalism among drivers.
Speaking about the 35hour course, David Salter. director at Atlas Freight, asserts: "It is something else that has got a tiny industry in knots. I don't think it is essential at all."
There is concern that
drivers will be able to leave a company after it has contributed towards the cost of the qualification. Salter adds: "Realistically [paying for the CPC] should be the driver's responsibility."
Edward Pargeter, managing director at EP Training, suggests it would be sensible for drivers to spread the course out over a five-year period, and adds: "The reputable companies will finance the CPC to keep its drivers."
While the financing of the course is noted as a key problem, Rob Ellis, compliance and training manager at Alan Firmin, tells CM that the lack of a course structure is also concerning: "If there was some sort of structure it would make it easier."
With no core syllabus to follow, trainers are given guidelines to create their own programme. Ellis says his drivers are sceptical and adds that there is a possibility that the Driver CPC will result in fewer people joining the industry.