Training & Qualifications
At EMPI Awards and Specialist Transport & Logistics Awards (STLA), we develop industry-leading award-winning training, vocational qualifications and professional development services for the specialist transport, ready-mixed concrete, construction logistics, quarrying and waste sectors.
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Backed by decades of hands-on expertise, our programmes combine practical, real-world skills with rigorous competence assessment. Whether you need to develop individual drivers, strengthen entire fleets or build internal capability, we help organisations reduce risk, improve efficiency and demonstrate a genuine commitment to safety and professional standards.
RoadSURE Pro™
Qualification
Our flagship qualification for specialist vehicle operators. RoadSURE Pro™ provides verifiable, graded competence certification that goes far beyond a standard HGV licence. Focused on the exact skills and risk awareness required in demanding on-road and site environments, it delivers measurable improvements in safety, hazard recognition and operational performance.
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Successful drivers receive a physical competence card and digital certificate with QR code verification. The qualification is renewable every three years, giving employers confidence and drivers clear recognition of their expertise.
Specialist Driver & Operational Training
We offer flexible, high-impact training programmes designed to develop the practical knowledge and skills required for safe, efficient operation of specialist vehicles.
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Delivered through a blend of practical on-site sessions, classroom learning and digital formats, our training supports new starters through structured induction programmes as well as experienced operators seeking ongoing professional development. All programmes are aligned with Driver CPC and CPD requirements where appropriate.
e-Learning Solutions
Our e-Learning modules provide accessible, high-quality e-learning modules that complement face-to-face training.
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Drivers and transport teams can learn at their own pace, revisit key topics and maintain consistent standards across multiple sites or regions.
Training Development & In-House Accreditation Services
We work directly with companies and organisations to design, enhance and professionalise their own internal training programmes.
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Our Training Development Services help you:
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Review and strengthen existing training content and delivery methods
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Create bespoke modules tailored to your fleet, operations and specific risk profile
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Build sustainable internal training capability that meets the highest industry standards
Through our Training Accreditation Services (TAS), we provide independent audit and formal accreditation of your in-house programmes — evaluating both the provider and the courses delivered. We also support organisations to develop their own qualified assessors through the Recognition of Assessor Competence Award (RACA), giving you full control while maintaining nationally recognised quality and credibility.
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This partnership approach reduces external costs, ensures consistency and gives your internal training real external recognition.
Who We Support
Our training and development programmes are designed for professionals at every level of the business:
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Drivers seeking to develop and prove specialist vehicle competence
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Transport and logistics staff involved in day-to-day operations
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Transport Managers responsible for fleet safety, compliance and efficiency
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Health & Safety Professionals focused on risk reduction and best practice
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Directors and senior leaders committed to building a strong safety culture and operational excellence
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Whether you need individual driver qualifications, fleet-wide training programmes or support to develop and accredit your own world-class in-house training system, our team will work with you to create the right solution.