Practical guides for
UK transport operators
Plain-English articles on DVSA compliance, O-licence obligations, walkaround checks and running a better fleet operation.
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What is an OCRS score and how to improve it?
Your Operator Compliance Risk Score determines how often DVSA stops your vehicles. Here's how it works and how to keep it green.
8 min readDVSA Earned Recognition explained: how to qualify
Operators who achieve DVSA Earned Recognition get fewer roadside checks. Find out what's required and whether it's right for your fleet.
10 min readDaily walkaround check: UK legal requirements
A plain-English guide to what a legal daily walkaround check looks like for UK HGV operators and what records you need to keep.
6 min readWhat happens if you lose your Operator's Licence?
From prohibition notices to public inquiries — the consequences of O-licence compliance failures and how to protect your business.
7 min readSpreadsheets vs fleet management software: when to switch
If you're managing your fleet on spreadsheets, here's an honest look at when it stops working and what to do instead.
5 min readHGV inspection checklist: what DVSA inspectors look for
A practical guide to what DVSA officers check at a roadside stop and how to make sure your fleet is always ready.
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