100% Online Course

Abnormal Loads Transportation (Online)

Comprehensive online training covering STGO regulations, notification procedures, load security, and route planning for abnormal load movements. Learn at your own pace from any device and receive your certificate immediately upon completion.

4 Hours Learning Time

Certificate Included

Self-Paced Learning

Complete Abnormal Loads Online Training

Full course covering legal requirements, notifications, load security, and route planning. Start immediately and receive your certificate on completion.

£35 Inc VAT • Instant Access Buy Now — £35

Instant Access

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Learn Anytime

Pause and resume whenever you like

Full Legal Coverage

STGO, C&U Regs, notifications & escorts

Instant Certificate

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About This Course

Abnormal load transportation requires specialist knowledge that goes beyond standard driving skills. This comprehensive online course provides essential training for anyone involved in the planning, management, or execution of abnormal load movements on UK roads.

Through engaging video content, interactive scenarios, and knowledge checks, you'll learn everything from legal definitions and STGO categories to practical load security techniques and incident management procedures. Whether you're transporting boats, construction plant, wind turbine components, or other oversized cargo, this course gives you the knowledge to operate safely and compliantly.

How It Works

Purchase

Complete your order and receive instant login credentials by email

Learn

Work through interactive modules at your own pace

Assess

Answer knowledge check questions throughout the course

Certify

Download your certificate immediately upon completion

Not a Driver CPC Course

This is a standalone awareness and training course. It is not a DVSA-approved Driver CPC module and does not count towards periodic CPC training hours. It's designed for anyone involved in abnormal load operations including drivers, transport managers, planners, and operations staff. If you require Driver CPC training, please view our CPC courses.

Learning Time

Approx. 4 Hours

Access Period

12 Months

Certificate

On Completion

Attempts

Unlimited Retakes

What You'll Learn

Legal Framework & Notifications

Definition of abnormal loads under UK law
Construction & Use Regulations limits
STGO 2003 categories (1, 2, and 3)
Speed restrictions for each category
When police notification is required
ESDAL notification system
Highway authority notifications
Escort vehicle requirements

Operations & Load Security

Load security legal requirements
EN 12195 cargo securing standards
Securing techniques for different loads
Weight distribution principles
Route planning considerations
Height and width restrictions
Pre-journey and en-route checks
Incident management and bridge strikes

Types of Abnormal Loads Covered

Boats & Yachts

Construction Plant

Wind Turbines

Modular Buildings

Industrial Equipment

Transformers

Bridge Sections

Agricultural Machinery

Learn From Any Device

Desktop

Laptop

Tablet

Mobile

Why Choose Online Learning?

Great Value

Just £35 for comprehensive training. No travel costs, no time away from work.

Learn Anywhere

Complete from home, the office, or on the go. All you need is an internet connection.

Your Schedule

No fixed course dates. Start anytime and complete over days or weeks—whatever works for you.

Need Training for Your Team?

We also offer on-site classroom training at your premises for up to 15 delegates. Get face-to-face instruction tailored to your specific operations and load types. From £480 + VAT.

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What Our Customers Say

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Karim R.

19:58 03 Mar 25

Really good course if you are looking to be an Forklift Driver. Thanks to Andy for the refreshments

Gino C.

17:33 28 Feb 25

Paul M.

15:13 20 Feb 25

Excellent training organization, My instructor and the rest of the team 10 out of 10. Received my counterbalance and rider truck certificates the same day very fast thanks to the whole team, Excellent prices highly recommend

Chris H.

15:36 19 Feb 25

Really enjoyed the course Lucasz was my instructor very friendly, full of encouragement and made it a great experience.

Tohli

14:09 07 Feb 25

Good people there,good training environment,the instructors are perfect in their teachings…

David A.

16:28 03 Oct 24

CPC Courses are, at best boring and at worse not worth the money. Now that I have completed my 5 modules, 4 of which were with Andrew, who has a special way of getting the point of some things into my head, believe me that is no small feat. I have thoroughly enjoyed all modules that NCT arranged for me, plus the fact it is now done via Zoom just helped me to remember it. The whole experience was so simple, right from booking a full 5 day course, to today, where I can say 'no more til next year' same place, different dates.
I wouldn't hesitate to book again with NCT. 10/10 for the guys and girls in the office, the ones we don't get to see. The price as well, considering there I'd so many Lorry and Coach Drivers that, like me have left it to the last minute before renewing their CPC Cards. My advice on that one would be to shop around, I did and NCP were by far alot cheaper than most of the others I contacted.
Thankyou to Andrew, who was my Trainer for 4/5 modules and he is an absolute excellent teacher
Thankyou Guys

Deepen T.

17:38 16 Feb 24

A very 'BIG THANK YOU' to my Instructor, who trained me on both Reach Truck and Counter Balance. I passed my Test on both. Instructor is very professional, friendly and helpful. I highly recommend and appreciate for getting my licence done.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a Driver CPC course?

No, this is a standalone training course that does not count towards Driver CPC periodic training hours. It's designed as an awareness and competency course for anyone involved in abnormal load operations. If you need Driver CPC training, please view our separate CPC course offerings.

What qualifies as an abnormal load?

An abnormal load is any vehicle or load that exceeds the standard Construction & Use Regulations limits for weight, width (2.55m standard), rigid length (12m), or articulated length (16.5m). The course covers exactly when loads become "abnormal" and what requirements apply at each threshold.

Do I need any prior experience?

No prior abnormal load experience is required. The course is designed to be accessible to newcomers while also providing valuable refresher content for experienced operators. We cover everything from basic definitions through to advanced operational considerations.

How long do I have to complete the course?

You have 12 months access from the date of purchase. The course content takes approximately 4 hours to complete, but you can pause and resume as many times as needed. Your progress is saved automatically.

What if I fail the assessment?

Don't worry! You have unlimited attempts to pass the knowledge checks. You can review the course material and retake any assessments as many times as needed within your 12-month access period.

When do I get my certificate?

Your certificate is available for instant download as a PDF as soon as you complete all modules and pass the assessments. You can print it immediately or save it for your records.

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Abnormal Loads Transportation