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A family run business with over 100 years of experience between our instructors. We provide expert knowledge gained from working within the HGV/ haulage industry for many years. The family business started in 1983 with one lorry, the company has now grown into a very successful business with 4 full time instructors and 7 lorries. Our reputation is built on the best tuition, trust and an outstanding pass rate which currently is above 90% for a first-time pass. We pride ourselves on making the training an enjoyable experience in a safe and knowledgeable environment.
We have a modern fleet of vehicles which include Volvo, Renault and Mercedes tractor units for category C+E. We can offer a choice of manual or automatic on the ridge/Cat C and manual for the category C1.
We work with individuals to SME’s to large multi-national companies.
Can’t recommend YDT enough. Passed class c and c+e first time with his teaching and support. Truck is always clean and well maintained. Brilliant 5 stars from me.
Lovely team working there. Brilliant and relaxed… excellent teachers and well experienced.
First class service, I did what I was told and passed with ease… highly recommend sticking to local!!!
Knowledgeable instructors providing quality training lessons
The instructors in our family business have collectively over 100 years experience of preparing drivers for vocational licenses. Our first time success rates are second to none and our courses all represent best value. From horse riders to scaffolders, from paramedics to long haul artic drivers, we have the training solutions to meet your needs. Our fleet of modern and well maintained vehicles coupled with excellent tuition will stand you in good stead for that first time test success.
YDT offer LGV license acquisition training courses in all categories of LGV/HGV. We also offer trailer towing courses to the standard of the now obsolete DVSA B+E test. Intensive training is encouraged as it assures best preparation for a first time test success.
YDT has its origins in Yeovil, our main training hub is next to the A303 at Sparkford nr Yeovil. Due to increased demand across the region we now have satellite training hubs in Taunton, Cullompton nr Exeter and Bristol to service Devon, North Somerset and South Wales.
The training course is very much geared to the type of lorry you wish to drive and your previous driving experience. The course will be tailored to meet your individual training needs. We encourage an initial one hour assessment to be sure the intensive course is exactly right for you. The training usually takes from 3 to 5 days which includes your driving tests.
Candidates need to be at least 18 years old, hold a full UK car driving licence, pass a medical examination, obtain a provisional LGV licence. We can help you through the process.
The cost of HGV/LGV training can vary significantly depending on factors such as the training provider, type of licence being pursued and any additional services included in the training package. On average, however, training costs can range from around £750 for a C1 to around £2500 for a car direct to HGV/LGV course.
These forms can be obtained from DVLA or we can provide them by completing the box on our home page.
Access the forms here:
https://forms.dft.gov.uk/order-dvla-forms
The D2 form is the application form that you complete to get a provisional licence entitlement to drive the vehicle of your choice as a learner. The D4 is a medical application form which must accompany the D2 form. Both of these must be sent to the DVLA when completed. There is no charge for applying for these forms.
The D4 medical form will be completed by the doctor examining you. They will complete the form stating whether or not you are fit and well enough to drive a HGV/LGV or PCV vehicle. The medical lasts until you are 45 years of age and then after 45 years of age another medical is required every 5 years until the age of 65 at which point medicals will be required annually.
When attending the medical the following will be examined or checked:-
Medical History
Alcohol or Drug abuse
Sleep disorders
Blood pressure
Eyesight test
Heart/Cardiac problems or family history
Neurological disorders
Psychiatric disorders
Urine maybe tested for diabetes
The medical will last approximately 30 minutes, the doctor will ask you many questions on your lifestyle and health. It is paramount that the truth is told or it could have a bearing later if it could be proven that you lied to get your licence.
The best way is to go online and search ‘hgv medicals’ or ‘pcv medicals’. The cost is approx £50-£60, going to your own GP will cost significantly more for the same examination and will probably take a lot longer to get an appointment.
Once both your D2 and D4 forms are complete, send in the envelope provided using a large letter stamp.
If you already hold a Cat C (rigid) provisional entitlement and have decided you want or need to drive a C+E all you need is obtain and complete another D2 form, enclose your driving licence and DVLA they will update your licence with the C+E provisional category. Because you have already done your medical to obtain your cat C provisional there is no need for another medical.
HGV Driver Training Specialists since 1983. Family business covering Somerset, Dorset and Devon. We offer training courses in the following LGV categories. C1, C1+E, C, C+E, and also offer trailer towing courses for confidence building and understand basic trailer handling and towing techniques.
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Unit 6A Walronds Park,
Isle Brewers,
Ilminster,
TA3 6QP
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