Embark on the most specialist ADR driver training

ADR drivers are professionals qualified to drive and deliver dangerous substances and goods.

You must hold an ADR Vocational Training Certificate to drive a goods vehicle carrying regulated hazardous substances.

To obtain an ADR Training Certificate, you must attend our Department of Transport-approved course and pass the relevant SQA Examinations.

An ADR licence or card is an additional driving qualification HGV drivers can acquire if they want to become an ADR driver. This licence permits drivers to transport dangerous goods and hazardous materials across the UK, and potentially beyond!

By earning your ADR card, you can apply for ADR driver jobs throughout Britain. However, you must already hold a valid HGV driving licence and driver CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence) to take part in training that enables you to gain your ADR licence.

If you’re already qualified as an HGV driver, but want to add another string to your bow and carry dangerous goods, then you’ll need to complete a Department of Transport-approved ADR training course.

Specialised ADR training courses are designed to equip HGV drivers with an understanding of ADR regulations and essential skills tailored to handling, transporting, and distributing dangerous materials.

To make things easier, we’ve summarised the process into the following steps:

1. Book your place on HGV Training Network’s approved ADR driving course
2. Pass the relevant SQA Examinations and earn your ADR certificate
3. Wait for your new ADR licence to arrive – you must have this to start driving a vehicle carrying dangerous goods legally

After completing your training course with us and passing your tests, you’ll achieve your ADR certificate and licence.

Want to successfully complete your ADR training course and qualify to transport dangerous goods by road in just five days?

But passing your ADR training may vary depending on factors, such as how fast you naturally learn and the substances you intend to carry.

It’s important to note that once you’ve finished training, this qualification is only valid for five years, meaning you will need to take ADR refresher courses and tests down the line.

Here at The HGV Training Network, we offer a DOT-approved ADR training course, provided by our expert instructors with previous experience in the industry.

The ADR Vocational Training Certificate includes training tests surrounding the practices of transporting the following dangerous goods classes:

• Core (required by all drivers)
• Packaged Goods (needed by drivers carrying packaged goods)
• Class 1 explosives – explosive charges, fireworks etc
• Class 2 Gases – like butane and aerosols
• Class 3 Flammable Liquids – such as petrol
• Class 4 Flammable Solids – including matches and firelighters
• Class 5 Oxidising substances – like agents and organic peroxides
• Class 6 Toxic and infectious substances – medical waste and biological cultures
• Class 7 Radioactive material – such as mixed fission products
• Class 8 Corrosive substances – battery fluids and paints
• Class 9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances – including dry ice and lithium-ion batteries

We also provide refresher training for qualified drivers who need to complete a refresher course every five years.

Across Britain, there’s a significant demand for qualified ADR drivers with veteran drivers approaching retirement age. HGV Training Network equips you with the necessary skills to access rewarding driving roles with excellent job security.

You can earn your ADR licence in as little as 5 days under the guidance of experienced instructors with high pass rates.

Our passionate team will handle everything throughout the process, including organising training and test dates and helping you to find a role alongside our recruitment partners, Blue Arrow.