Onboard a new HGV driver

Licence, CPC, tacho card and induction checked, before the first run.

1. Check the driving licence with the DVLA. Most people forget this: Points and bans change, and many firms only check once
2. Check the Driver CPC card is in date
3. Check the digital tacho card
4. Check right to work
5. Run the yard and vehicle walk around induction
6. Explain drivers hours and tacho rules
7. Do an assessed drive with a trainer (Transport manager signs off)
8. Book the next licence check date

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