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ALLMI Training Now Available

ALLMI Training Now Available

ALLMI Training Now Available Drivetrain Solutions Ltd now offer ALLMI certified Lorry Mounted Crane Training. Julian has undergone extensive training to qualify as an ALLMI Certified Instructor which means that the very best Lorry Loader training is now available. To see why you should use ALLMI training and qualification, click on this link:

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Weekly rest period clarification for drivers

Weekly rest period clarification for drivers

A very recent statement by the Advocate General of the European Court of Justice has advised that a ‘normal’ 45-hour weekend break cannot count as ‘rest’ for tachograph and EU drivers’ hour’s regulations purposes if it has been taken in the vehicle, even if the cab has a bed. However, the 24-hour reduced rest periods which can be

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ALLMI Slinger Signaller course added

ALLMI Slinger/Signaller course added

We are pleased to announce that we now have a new course added to our list: ALLMI Slinger/Signaller. The ALLMI Slinger / Signaller course content is very comprehensive and so cardholders are able to use their skills when performing Slinger / Signaller duties with any type of lifting equipment, not just lorry loaders. The Slinger

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Lorry emissions checks to start at the roadside

Lorry emissions checks to start at the roadside

From August 2017, roadside checks of lorries carried out by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will include emissions check. DVSA will be targeting lorry drivers and operators who try to cheat vehicle emissions. The new checks will target those who break the law and will help to improve air quality. In May 2017, the

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Government launches plan to tackle air quality in the UK

Government launches plan to tackle air quality in the UK

Today (26 July 2017) the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), along with the Department for Transport (DfT), announced its plan to help reduce roadside nitrogen dioxide concentrations. Clean air is one of the most basic requirements for us to live and work in. Part of the plan includes 3 new consultations from DfT

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