What is the National Register of LGV Instructors?
2 Start Training are an accredited centre for the delivery of the National Register of LGV Instructors (NRI) Course. As an approved training centre, we provide the vehicles to train in, on site reversing area, classroom facilities and highly experienced Driver Training Instructors.
The NRI is supported by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and was created to help improve the level of HGV training to help increase pass rates.
Part One - Theory Test
90 minutes test, 100 multiple choice questions covering instructional techniques, legislation, Highway Code and Safe driving & testing. The pass mark is 85% and you also need to achieve a minimum of 80% in each subject area.
Part Three - In Cab Training
20 minutes – Deliver training for a new skill
20 minutes – Remedial Training for a candidate suffering skill fade
20 minutes – Demonstration drive & commentary (post-test failure)
Part Two - Practical Driving Ability
This practical driving is a minimum one hour drive. You cannot incur more than 6 driving faults and 0 serious faults. You will be asked to do one of two off road exercises (chosen on the day by the examiner).
Part Four - Classroom Training
This consists of a 30-minute role-play classroom training and test. Your examination scenario is sent to your chosen examination centre 3 working days before your examination to allow you time to prepare. The pass mark for this test is 84/120.
After Successful Completion
Upon completion of your HGV Instructor course, to finalise enrolment, a completed registration form agreeing to the terms and conditions must be sent with all documents for approval. The registration number & photo card will be issued within 10 – 15 days, and will be valid for 5 years.
How would joining the National Register of LGV Instructors help me?
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a recognised qualification as well as an ID card and pass certificate. Completing this course will show that you have extensive knowledge of LGV driving and that you know how to properly instruct LGV driver training.
Additionally, you will know that your training is up to the highest standard and you can be confident that you are being taught the correct knowledge and skills when it comes to completing your test.
Training Locations
Our NRI training and testing is available to complete at our Reading depot.