Speed Awareness Training

Speed Awareness training is available throughout Northern Ireland and the UK. Our tailored Speed Awareness course helps professional LGV and PCV drivers improve road safety, reduce speeding violations, and adopt proven defensive driving techniques. Designed to support compliance, lower incident rates, and promote fuel-efficient, responsible driving, this course is ideal for fleet operators seeking to protect their O Licence and reputation. Delivered on-site or remotely, with optional practical driving assessments, it’s the proactive step every operator should take.

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Course Title

HGV/PCV ACCIDENT PREVENTION & SPEED AWARENESS (DEFENSIVE DRIVING TECHNIQUES)

Course Duration

½ day (theory only)
1 day (with optional practical driving element)

Who this course is for?

This course is designed for professional LGV (HGV) and PCV drivers, whether newly employed, returning after an incident, or as part of routine driver development. It is especially beneficial for those with points on their licence or a history of near misses or speeding concerns.

Why you need this training?

Speeding and poor driving decisions are leading causes of road traffic collisions involving commercial vehicles. Employers are legally obligated to manage driver risk under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and must be able to demonstrate efforts to prevent incidents through training and monitoring.

At Logistics Training Solutions (Europe) Ltd, this course helps:

Promote safer, more responsible driving behaviours
Reduce speeding violations and traffic offence risks
Improve fuel efficiency and reduce vehicle wear
Support Operator Licence compliance and audit readiness
Lower insurance premiums through risk management evidence

Mode of Delivery

ILT – Classroom / Site-Based or Remote
Optional Practical Driving Element (Company Vehicle)

Course Overview

This course combines accident prevention principles with speed awareness education for LGV and PCV drivers:

Causes and consequences of road traffic incidents
Understanding speed limits for LGVs and PCVs (urban, rural, motorway)
The true cost of speeding: financial, legal, safety, and environmental
Defensive driving mindset: observation, anticipation, space and speed control
Techniques for maintaining safe speeds in various driving conditions
Vulnerable road users and urban driving safety
Safe braking distances and vehicle handling at speed
Recognising the impact of fatigue, stress, and distraction
Site-specific hazards and speed management policies
Post-collision protocol and driver responsibilities

Optional:
Includes a practical defensive driving session with one-to-one coaching, speed awareness observations, and a written driver feedback report.

Contact Us

To arrange group training or individual sessions tailored to your fleet:
📧 Email: office@ltsni.com
📞 Call: 02893 562295