Training of Professional Drivers
13.66
From 2013 to 2015
DG MOVE had Directive 2003/59/EC on the training of professional drivers evaluated, identifying issues such as road safety and mutual recognition of certificates. TML carried out the ex-post evaluations and public consultations and suggested improvements such as mandatory electronic registers and modular training.
DG MOVE funded a study on Directive 2003/59/EC on the initial qualification, training, and periodic training of professional drivers of trucks and buses. The main problems identified were road safety, unequal conditions of competition, mutual recognition of training, and the attractiveness of the profession. Our research included ex-post evaluations and public consultations. The most beneficial improvements could be achieved with the following four measures:
DG MOVE funded a study on Directive 2003/59/EC on the initial qualification, training, and periodic training of professional drivers of trucks and buses. The main problems identified were road safety, unequal conditions of competition, mutual recognition of training, and the attractiveness of the profession. Our research included ex-post evaluations and public consultations. The most beneficial improvements could be achieved with the following four measures:
- Mutual recognition of certificates of professional competence (CPC), which could be supported by mandatory national electronic registers for completed CPC.
- Professional driver training based on learning outcomes and structured in modules covering the most relevant aspects for professional drivers.
- Periodic training structured into mandatory and optional modules to avoid repetition of training.
- Combinations with other forms of mandatory training, such as dangerous goods transport (ADR) training.
