What are the different licence categories?

There is a vast variety of vehicles out there and, in the UK, there are numerous different licence categories to go along with them. Although many people will never think about driving anything but a car, if you’re looking to branch out then you will need to check what you are licenced to drive. Your […]

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How do you become a Plant Machinery Certification Trainer?

Here at Euro 1 Training we understand that you will want to ensure you get the best plant machinery training possible when looking to gain certification. We think that our courses and training providers offer top quality training which will set you up for a fruitful career in construction. As our course leaders are at […]

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What kind of jobs can you get with an HGV/LGV licence?

If you are considering completing training to become a truck driver, you may be wondering what sort of job opportunities there will be available once you’re qualified. There is currently quite the shortage of HGV/LGV drivers so there will be many different career paths and types of job available, should you be open to opportunities. […]

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What are the consequences of working without certification?

Obtaining certification for the operation of plant machinery is a fantastic way to make sure you can safely and effectively use the equipment. It can also be a way to show reputable employers you have the necessary skills and, consequently, help you start a rewarding career. Despite these clear benefits, certification is not a compulsory […]

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Unlocking your career: The benefits of a 360 excavator certification

This article is the next in our series of blogs based around unlocking skilful careers through gaining vehicular certifications. This month, the focus is on the 360 excavator certification. This certification comprises of learning about, and training in, operating excavators and diggers. The benefits of gaining the 360 excavator certification are laid out below. Increased […]

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How Much Training Do You Need to Be a Professional Van Driver?

There is expected to be an increase in the need for professional van drivers this year, with many companies and businesses adding the means of transport to their own fleet. If you’re looking to take up the profession, you will need to undergo some training to learn to handle the large vehicles beforehand.   Licences […]

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What to Expect from a CPCS Course

If you are about to undertake, or are considering taking, a CPCS course then you might not know what to expect. Here we outline some of the basics of CPCS training, and explain why it’s an important step in undertaking a plant career.   Why do I need CPCS training? The Construction Plant Competence Scheme […]

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Forklift Operator Education Requirements

Driving and operating a forklift requires a thorough knowledge of the forklift truck itself and the environments you are working in. Forklift trucks are used worldwide to transport a huge variety of goods and materials to vehicles and warehouses, often removing and depositing these items in hard to reach places. But what is required from […]

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Are Foreign Forklift Licences Valid in the UK?

Many countries have a system of licensing for forklift drivers, which is a completely legal and normal practice, but are they legal in the UK? The answer is quite simply no. This is not because the UK doesn’t believe in the validity of the licences from abroad, but because we don’t have licences for forklift […]

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Does your forklift certification need renewing?

When talking about forklift certification, most people refer to their certificate as their licence. However, this is not the correct term as it is a certificate of training. With this in mind, there are many questions related to certification and whether, like a licence, it needs to be renewed. Here are some of the most […]

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