Ensuring that employees are safe, confident and competent behind the wheel is a central part of any organisation’s risk management strategy. At Beyond Driving, we provide specialist on-road driving assessments for companies and public-sector organisations across the UK.
From company car drivers to operatives handling 4x4s, vans, LGVs, PCVs, D1 minibuses and B+E combinations, our network of qualified assessors delivers professional, constructive and fully compliant evaluations tailored to each role.
What Is an On-Road Driving Assessment?
An on-road driving assessment is a structured evaluation of a driver’s real-world performance. Conducted by an experienced assessor, the session examines:
- Observation and hazard perception
- Vehicle sympathy and mechanical awareness
- Eco-driving habits
- Route planning and situational judgement
- Manoeuvring, parking and low-speed control
- Compliance with the Highway Code and company policy
Unlike a traditional driving test, the assessment focuses on development rather than pass or fail. Each driver receives individualised feedback to help refine skills, reduce risk and improve efficiency.
Why Organisations Use Professional Assessments
Businesses and public bodies rely on our assessments to:
- Meet duty-of-care and health & safety obligations
- Reduce collision rates and associated costs
- Support new recruits before they begin operational duties
- Standardise driving competence across large, dispersed teams
- Identify training needs early and build long-term driver development plans
For many organisations, driving is one of the highest workplace risk activities. Our assessments offer a clear, defensible and proactive approach to managing that risk.
Working Nationwide: Assessments Across Multiple Sectors
Beyond Driving operates throughout the UK, supporting clients with diverse fleets and operational environments.
Minibus Driver Assessments – Tor Bridge High School, Plymouth
This month, our assessors spent time in Plymouth delivering minibus driving assessments for Tor Bridge High School. These sessions focused on:
- Safe passenger management
- Urban and rural route assessment
- Reversing and manoeuvring in confined school-site environments
- Understanding D1 licence requirements and legal responsibilities
Schools and colleges increasingly recognise the importance of regular assessments to safeguard pupils and staff, and our D1 specialists support this with clear, constructive coaching.
Supporting National Grid: On-Road Assessments for New Recruits Across the UK
Beyond Driving has provided extensive driver assessments for National Grid over recent weeks, supporting depots across the Midlands and South West as they welcome new recruits into operational roles.
Ludlow, Gloucester, Coventry and Nottingham Depots
Teams at these depots underwent full on-road evaluations in a mix of vehicles, including fleet Isuzu 4x4s, vans and company cars. Our assessors reviewed:
- Familiarity with fleet vehicles
- Safe operation during site visits and access tracks
- Towing readiness where required
- Roadcraft appropriate for emergency call-outs
Further National Grid Assessments – Birmingham, Kettering and Hinckley
In addition, we recently completed evaluations for new starters from:
- Birmingham depot
- Kettering depot
- Hinckley
Each location presents its own driving challenges, from dense urban networks to rural access points and cross-county travel routes. Our nationwide team ensures consistent assessment quality regardless of region.
These assessments help National Grid maintain high operational standards, ensuring that new employees are ready for the varied environments their roles demand.
Vehicles We Assess
Our assessors are qualified across a wide spectrum of vehicle categories:
- Company cars & grey fleet
- Vans (all sizes)
- 4x4s and off-road capable vehicles
- LGV (Category C & C1)
- PCV (Category D)
- D1 minibuses
- B+E combinations and trailers
This flexibility allows us to support organisations with mixed fleets and complex operational needs.
What Drivers Receive
Every driver benefits from:
- A clear written report and risk rating
- Practical advice to reduce incidents and improve performance
- Guidance aligned with the organisation’s internal policies
- Recommendations for further training where appropriate
Our aim is to help drivers feel supported, not scrutinised.
Why Choose Beyond Driving?
- UK-wide coverage from a specialist network
- Highly experienced assessors, many from emergency services, military or fleet backgrounds
- Independent, evidence-based assessment tailored to operational needs
- Trusted by national organisations, local authorities, schools and utility providers
- Proven ability to support large-scale recruitment processes
Whether assessing a single driver or coordinating nationwide assessments for dozens of new recruits, we deliver a streamlined, professional and reliable service.
Book an On-Road Driving Assessment
If your organisation needs driver risk assessments for cars, vans, 4x4s, LGV, PCV, D1 or B+E combinations, Beyond Driving can support you anywhere in the UK.
Visit: https://www.beyonddriving.co.uk/on-road-driving-courses/driver-risk-assessments/
Or get in touch to discuss tailored programmes for your team.
