In this episode, Hattie speaks with Andy Smart, head of L&D for PDT Fleet Training Solutions, to discuss his experience in creating and assuring effective delivery of driver training courses and the importance of driver CPC training.

(0:10) Introduction
(2:45) Training with unfamiliar vehicles
(7:59) Improving driver behaviour
(13:27) Practical VS Classroom training
(16:21) Driver's CPC
(22:09) Keeping drivers engaged


About the guest:
Andy Smart is the Head of L&D at PDT Fleet Training Solutions. Andy began his journey in the logistics world in 1988 as a Weighbridge Clerk, before he spent time as a delivery driver. He later joined the Freight Transport Association (now Logistics UK) as a tachograph inspector before joining PDT Fleet Training Solutions in 2010.

About the host:
Hattie Hlad works for PDT fleet training as the coordinator of LGV advanced training, an investment for the next generation of drivers, funded by Pertemps Driver Division. Hattie made the move from fashion to the logistics training sector in early 2022. She jumped at the opportunity to become the host of Driven by Excellence to give her the opportunity to learn from some of the industry's best! Plus, she loves to chat… her friends often describe her conversations as ‘Chats with Hat’s’!

PDT Fleet Training Solutions:
Founded in 2009, PDT Fleet Training Solutions delivers quality driver training services throughout the UK to enhance Driver skills, Driver behaviours and improve on-road safety. Driving is one of the most dangerous work-related activities in the country, with accidents occurring week in, week out on our roads. PDT Fleet Training Solutions offer a preventative and proactive approach with their wide range of courses.

Learn more about PDT Fleet Training Solution