The Driving Standards Agency Approved Fleet Instructor
The Department for Transport Safe and Fuel-Efficient Trainer for vans
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Approved Driving Licence Validator
LANTRA 4x4 All-terrain Instructor for Industry and Agriculture
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents Advanced Driving Instructor (Diploma Holder) Gold Standard
Driving Instructors' Association Diploma Holder
Assessment and Training Categories: B (Cars) B+E (Trailers) All classes of LGV: C, C+E, C1, C1+E All classes of PCV: D, D+E, D1, D1+E
Welcome to ONWARD Driver Training
2012 is our TENTH ANNIVERSARY YEAR!!
We specialise in the assessment and training of business drivers
Free Phone 0808 120 1123
From our offices in historic Sherborne, Dorset, we cover the whole of Southern England.
Running a business that uses vehicles?
There's a lot you need to know (and do!) to maintain compliance with both current and anticipated legislation.
We can take the whole burden of maintaining records of vehicles and drivers (and ensuring everything is as it should be) off your shoulders, letting you get on with the important business of... running a business!
We can streamline your vehicle use and save you up to 20% of your running costs. Have a look at our BUSINESS pages to see what we can do for you!
Don't forget that business owners are responsible for every vehicle used in the course of their business, including private cars!
Need to tow?
The rules and licence requirements for towing are many and complex, especially if you run a business involving towing.
The law is constantly changing, so take a look at our TOWING page to see what applies to you.
We prepare candidates thoroughly for the DSA Test of Towing Ability.
If you passed your car test after January 1st, 1997, you will be very restricted in what you can tow (under the New Drivers Act).
Emergency Response Driver?
If you are responsible for driving an Emergency Vehicle on "Blue Lights", we can provide all the training you need.
We provide dedicated specialised training, both on the highway and off-road, and work with all Blue Light agencies, specialising in Ambulance Driving.
Please note that Emergency Response Driver Training is ONLY available to bona fide 'Blue Light' drivers, and not to members of the general public. First Responders are not deemed to be Emergency Response Drivers.
Emergency Doctor?
If you are a Registered NHS Doctor, Surgeon, Consultant, or Organ Retrieval Specialist, and you are required to attend Hospital or other locations in a hurry, you are entitled to use a Green Warning Beacon on your private vehicle.
It is, however, imperative, that the law and practice relating to the use of these is fully understood.
In a few hours we can ensure that you know the law and get the best from your vehicle and beacon on the road.
If you need to know more, just take a look at our EMERGENCY MEDIC page.
This training is only available to qualified or trainee practioners who are registered with the General Medical Council.
Whether you drive off road for work or pleasure, have a look at our OFF ROAD page.
Plenty of good practical advice for those driving for fun, and a whole host of information for those who operate vehicles off road in the course of business.
It is a legal requirement for business drivers to receive accredited training.
We also provide training in self-recovery and towing.
We strongly recommend that you do NOT drive off road alone: always travel with a companion vehicle.
Have you a driving problem? - How can we help?
If you're a private driver, driving for 'social and domestic' purposes, just take a look at our page forPRIVATE DRIVERS
Whatever your question, we know we can help, whether it's a problem with driving on motorways, manoeuvring a new or different vehicle, a query about the law, or a loss of confidence, just contact us!
Sorry! Although we happily conduct 'Pass Plus' Training, we don't teach learners - but we know great instructors who do!
We also impartially assess drivers for licence retention purposes.
Got a question?
If you just have a query, on law or practice, or want to know the answer to something, give us a call, and we'll be pleased to help!
Contact us today! Freephone 0808 120 1123 or by email to odt@sky.com or go to our ENQUIRY FORM
ONWARD Driver Training ... Excellence is our standard!