Is your operator licence safe? Find out before the DVSA does.
An independent, on-site compliance audit of your transport operation, carried out by a qualified Transport Management Consultant against the same standards the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA apply.
- Mirrors DVSA inspection criteria
- Report within 5 working days
- Rated 4.7 on Google
Protect your licence and your business.
Holding an operator licence comes with significant legal obligations. The Traffic Commissioner expects licence holders to maintain robust systems for vehicle maintenance, driver management, tachograph analysis and record keeping. Falling short can lead to regulatory action, including curtailment, suspension or revocation of your licence.
Our review gives you a thorough, independent assessment of your entire transport operation. It mirrors the criteria used in official DVSA inspections, giving you a clear picture of where your operation stands and exactly what needs to be addressed.
Every area the Traffic Commissioner assesses.
Operator licence compliance
Authorisations, operating centre conditions, undertakings and notifications, held under the correct legal entity.
Vehicle maintenance systems
PMI schedules, defect reporting, safety inspection records and maintenance contracts, against the DVSA guide to maintaining roadworthiness.
Drivers' hours & tachographs
Tachograph downloading, storage and analysis, infringement monitoring and working time compliance.
Driver management & records
Licence checks, Driver CPC, penalty points, training records and disciplinary processes for employed and agency drivers.
Transport Manager oversight
Evidence of continuous and effective management, professional competence and good repute.
Record keeping & reporting
Incident and fuel records, OCRS monitoring, offence reporting and notifiable changes, to public inquiry evidential standards.
When a review makes the biggest difference.
- Benchmarking compliance before a DVSA inspection
- Called to a public inquiry by the Traffic Commissioner
- Operating under an audit undertaking
- A declining OCRS score that needs turning around
- Expanding the fleet or adding operating centres
- New licence holders setting up compliant systems
- A change of Transport Manager or senior management
- Preparing for DVSA Earned Recognition
Your Centre Analysis Report
Structured to mirror the standards a Traffic Commissioner would assess at public inquiry, with clear findings, compliance ratings and prioritised, actionable recommendations for every area. It works as a management tool for directors and Transport Managers, and as evidence of proactive compliance for the DVSA or Traffic Commissioner.
Four steps to a clear compliance picture.
Consultation
We scope your operation, fleet and concerns, and agree a date.
On-site review
A consultant audits your documentation, systems and processes.
Report
Your Centre Analysis Report arrives within 5 working days.
Support
Your consultant helps you implement the improvements.
Transport compliance specialists.
Qualified consultants
Every review is carried out by an experienced, fully qualified Transport Management Consultant with deep knowledge of Traffic Commissioner requirements.
CILT & JAUPT approved
As a fully approved centre, our reviews are carried out to the highest professional standards recognised across the transport industry.
Traffic Commissioner standards
We follow the same framework used in DVSA inspections, so you get a true picture of your compliance position.
Operator licence applications.
Full application management for Standard National, International and Restricted licences, including variations.
Operator Licence Awareness Training.
OLAT for directors, partners and senior managers responsible for operator licence compliance.
Transport Manager CPC.
Gain your Certificate of Professional Competence to become a nominated Transport Manager.
Questions we're often asked.
What is an operator licence compliance review?
An independent, on-site assessment of your transport operation against the standards required by the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA. It covers vehicle maintenance, drivers' hours and tachographs, driver management, record keeping, Transport Manager oversight and licence undertakings, and shows you exactly where your operation stands.
How long does the review take?
The on-site review typically takes one full working day, depending on your fleet size and the number of vehicles and drivers sampled. Your Centre Analysis Report follows within 5 working days of the visit.
Who carries out the review?
Fully qualified Transport Management Consultants from our specialist operator licence team, with extensive experience across HGV and PCV operations. As a CILT and JAUPT approved centre, our reviews meet the highest professional standards.
Can a review help if I've been called to a public inquiry?
Yes. It is one of the most effective steps an operator can take. The review demonstrates that you are proactively addressing shortcomings, and our report can be submitted as evidence of your commitment to improving standards. Many operators use it to strengthen their position ahead of a hearing.
How is this different from a DVSA audit?
We follow the same framework and criteria used in DVSA inspections and Traffic Commissioner audits, but the review is carried out independently on your behalf. The findings are confidential to you, so you can resolve issues before they are found in an official inspection.
Do you cover multiple operating centres?
Yes. Pricing is from £499 + VAT per site, and for operators with several centres we can put together a tailored package and schedule visits to minimise disruption. Contact us for a quote.
What documentation should I have ready?
Your consultant will confirm at the initial consultation. Typically it includes your operator licence, maintenance records and PMI schedules, tachograph download records, driver licence checks, Driver CPC certificates, training records, defect sheets, incident records and any correspondence with the Traffic Commissioner or DVSA, in paper or digital form.
Protect your operator licence today.
Speak to our specialist compliance team for a no-obligation consultation.