Logistics UK has introduced a new portfolio of Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Training courses to support members as the transition to electric and hybrid vehicles continues to accelerate.  

Logistics UK’s new courses will cover EV safety awareness, preparing the vehicle for repairs and carrying out system repairs and component replacements

While decarbonisation is a major focus for operators, it’s imperative their safety continues to take priority. The new courses will address this, covering safety awareness, preparing the vehicle for repairs and carrying out system repairs and component replacements.

The introductory half-day online safety awareness course is mapped to the IMI Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle qualification content and will enable learners to continue to work safely within their role following the transition. It’s run as a webinar and aimed at professional drivers, fleet managers, vehicle sales/hire company personnel who operate PSVs, HGVs and LCVs.

The course will include expert advice and training conducted from highly qualified and quality-assured engineers.

David Jordan, deputy operations director – services at Logistics UK, said: “With Logistics UK’s engineering technical training, your organisation will benefit from industry’s best by ensuring your vehicles remain safe and cost effective.

“These brand-new courses will introduce the knowledge of safe working practices, the dangers surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles, and the precautions required to avoid potential injury when near these types of vehicles. Logistics UK hopes that providing these courses will help reduce the safety risk when working with these vehicles.”