Online eLearning
Approx. 60–75 minutes total duration
Short, clear modules
Knowledge checks throughout
Final assessment on completion
Certificate of completion
You can complete the course at your own pace, on any compatible device.

Course Details:

HGV Brake Testing
Essential Knowledge for Transport & Compliance Staff

Understand your responsibilities. Protect safety. Support compliance.
Brake performance is one of the most critical safety and compliance areas in HGV operations. DVSA places strong emphasis on brake testing, and poor understanding or weak controls can quickly lead to prohibitions, enforcement action, or operator licence risk.
This course has been designed specifically for transport and compliance staff who need a clear, practical understanding of HGV brake testing—without requiring mechanical knowledge.

This course is ideal for:

Transport Managers
Transport Administrators
Compliance Officers
Fleet Supervisors
Planners and Operations Staff
No technical or workshop background is required.

By completing this course, you will:

Understand what HGV brake testing is and why it is required
Learn the difference between roller brake tests and decelerometer tests
Know when brake tests must be carried out and how often
Understand brake efficiency, imbalance, and test results
Recognise common reasons vehicles and trailers fail brake tests
Understand DVSA expectations for records and evidence
Be clear on roles and responsibilities within the organisation
Reduce compliance risk by understanding what DVSA looks for

Why This Course Matters

Brake-related defects are one of the most common causes of roadside prohibitions.

This course helps you:

Spot compliance risks before they become enforcement issues
Ask the right questions of workshops and maintenance providers
Ensure brake testing is properly planned, recorded, and reviewed
Demonstrate effective management control during audits
It focuses on real-world compliance, not theory.