Professional Driver Assessments in Sussex
Independent, professional driver assessments for councils, schools and logistics businesses.
Supporting Safer, More Confident Drivers
Our driver assessments give you a clear, professional view of your team’s driving standards. We work with councils, schools and transport companies across Sussex to ensure their drivers are safe, compliant and confident behind the wheel.
Each assessment is tailored to the vehicle type and your organisation’s needs, whether that’s a short, focused session for school minibus drivers or a full day LGV evaluation covering everything from safe loading to on road performance.
By the end of the assessment, you’ll receive clear feedback and practical recommendations, helping you maintain high safety standards and meet your duty of care.
Minibus Driver Assessments
Ideal for schools, colleges and community groups operating their own minibuses.
- Duration: Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
- Covers: On road driving skills, hazard awareness, maneuvering, passenger safety and basic vehicle checks.
- Outcome: Clear feedback on strengths and areas for improvement, with practical advice for safe and efficient operation.
LGV Driver Assessments
Designed for logistics and haulage companies who want to ensure their drivers meet the highest professional standards.
- Duration: Half day to full day assessments depending on requirements.
- Covers: Safe loading practices, driving hours compliance, on road performance and workplace procedures.
- Can be tailored to specific industries and cargo types and be undertaken on site to match the required working conditions.
"The HGV course at Sussex Driver Training was exceptional. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, making the learning experience enjoyable and effective."
Driver Assessment FAQs
Your key questions answered, covering what’s included.
This depends on the vehicle type and the scope of the assessment. Minibus driver assessments for schools typically last around 1 hour 15 minutes, while LGV assessments for logistics companies can take a full day, especially if they include checks on all workplace practices in addition to on road driving.
We tailor each session to your organisation’s needs, but common areas include vehicle checks, driving skills, hazard awareness, legal compliance, safe loading procedures and adherence to working time/driving hours regulations. For LGV drivers, we can also observe site manoeuvres such as reversing or loading bay approaches.
Yes. At the end of the session, you’ll receive clear verbal and/or written feedback along with practical recommendations. This helps drivers understand their strengths and identify any areas that may need improvement for safety and compliance.
Absolutely. Many councils, schools and businesses use our assessments as part of their duty of care and risk management. They can help demonstrate a proactive approach to driver safety, which may be beneficial for insurance purposes and compliance audits.
We recommend at least once every two to three years, or sooner if there’s been a change in role, vehicle type, or driving patterns. For high risk roles, such as those involving large goods vehicles or oversized cargo transport, annual assessments may be more appropriate.
Yes. We’ll issue you with a certificate at the end of your assessment, which confirms the date, type of training and the vehicle category covered. Many drivers use this as evidence for employers and insurance.
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