Driving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) around the UnitedKingdom (UK) might not be easy, but for HGV class 1 driver George Carter it seems otherwise. For him, each day is an opportunity to take to the road and display excellent commitment to safety while earning a living. As one of a very special group of drivers who were trained in a comprehensivenew method a short while ago, Carter explains what it is like to drive on the road and the pride he takes in his job.
"An HGV driver doesn't just transport goods; they ensure every delivery is safe and efficient," says Carter. There are many challenges on the road, from tight urban spaces to long hours on the motorway, but with the training I got from HGVT I feel totally prepared for them. HGVT is a UK based company which is into HGV training. CEO of HGVT, Gary Bernardout says, “We teach more than just the basics; we alsoteach advanced safety techniques, how to maintain fuel efficiency, and knowledge of regulatory compliance that any serious driver needs to know.
Most often, George's day starts early, when the roads are quietest. This schedule is essential for avoiding traffic and for the most efficient delivery schedule. "The true test would be under bad weather and peak traffic hours. That’s when the training really pays off,” he explains. Carter, a smart logisticspractitioner, has experience manoeuvring a large vehicle safely in adverse conditions a skill learnt through simulations and hands on practice. This is a significant indication that the HGVT training program is comprehensive. While the narrative of this article stresses on safety, HGVT is particularly proud of its focus on cutting carbon emissions, especially after a partnership with Aldi.
Many in the transportation sector are appreciative of the fact that Aldi is converting 30 percent of its fleet to use hydrotreated vegetable oil fuels. It just fits with the vision of a greener, more sustainable future and something that most of us can relate to. The change is set to slash Aldi’s carbon emissions by thousands of tonnes a year, a figure that chimes with every driver focused on environmentalism.
Being an HGV driver in the UK’s logistics industry is being part of a backbone that keeps the country moving. “We move essential goods, the things that communities need, every day. I carry that responsibility with pride,” Carter proudly opines.He further highly appreciates the logistics industry, andHGVT’s part in improving the standards of driving within the sector. This is more than training drivers. HGVT creates professionals that safeguard and improve the reputation of the industry that is so vital to our daily lives."
With HGVT expanding and revamping training for more HGV class 1 drivers, the future of the UK’s logistics appears safe and more efficient. It is a huge milestone not only forHGV drivers, but for the industry at large as well. Let us all strive to set new standards in safety and put on an excellent smile for every mile.
