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Trailer Handling

Trailer Handling

- On Road -

Trailer Course - Training and Assessment

1 Day

All Levels

LANTRA

Trailer

Safe, compliant towing for professional drivers on the public road

Towing trailers on the public road places additional legal, mechanical and behavioural demands on drivers. Increased stopping distances, altered vehicle handling and heightened risk to other road users mean that inadequate training can quickly lead to incidents, damage or enforcement action. Beyond Driving’s On-Road Trailer Handling Training equips professional drivers with the skills, awareness and judgement required to tow safely, legally and confidently on UK roads.

This course is designed for organisations whose staff tow trailers, plant or equipment as part of their role, whether routinely or occasionally.

Who this on-road trailer handling course is for

This training is suitable for drivers who tow trailers on the public highway, including:

  • Utilities, highways and infrastructure teams

  • Local authorities and environmental services

  • Construction, maintenance and engineering teams

  • Emergency services and support units

  • Any organisation with towing responsibilities under PUWER

The course supports both new and experienced drivers, helping to standardise competence and reduce risk across fleets.

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LANTRA Assured

Fully approved and assured by LANTRA, BORDA or Qualsafe

Reduces Incidents

And gives drivers the skill to use their vehicles more effectively

Convenient Location

Covered at your venue or at one of our off-road centres

Experienced Instructors

Collectively we have over 50 years experience

Aides Compliance

With PUWER and H&S legislation

Why on-road trailer handling requires specific training

Towing fundamentally changes how a vehicle behaves on the road. Steering response, braking performance and stability are all affected, particularly at speed or in traffic. Drivers must also operate within a clear legal framework covering licence entitlement, weights and vehicle condition.

Our training focuses on:

  • Understanding vehicle and trailer dynamics

  • Managing braking distances and road positioning

  • Preventing snaking, jack-knifing and instability

  • Complying with UK towing legislation and licence rules

The emphasis is on anticipation, smooth control and hazard awareness, supporting safer interaction with other road users.

Delivery

Realistic on-road training environments

Beyond Driving delivers on-road trailer training on public roads and suitable training areas to reflect everyday driving conditions. Where possible, training is delivered using the vehicles and trailers drivers operate at work, ensuring immediate relevance and improved confidence.

Aimed At

Compliance, PUWER and employer responsibility

When trailers are used for work, they are classed as work equipment under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER). Employers must ensure that drivers are adequately trained and competent to tow safely on the road.

On-road trailer handling training supports:

  • PUWER compliance

  • Reduced collision and damage risk

  • Clear evidence of driver competence

  • Improved fleet safety and governance

. Learn more about towing a trailer by reading our guide, Can I Tow A Trailer.

Our Trailer Course
Instructors

Though there is no requirement in law to use DVSA ADIs for B+E training, our instructors are qualifies driving instructors, who are also LANTRA, BORDA and Qualsafe certified 4x4 & trailer trainers. Because there is an occupational road risk issue inherent in all trailer use (with elements included in the off-road courses). This provides both us and you with an added level of expertise to draw upon, as well as safety in the knowledge that the training has been conducted to the highest level.

Accreditation options aligned to operational need

Beyond Driving offers Lantra accredited on-road trailer handling training, allowing organisations to select the most appropriate accreditation framework.

We work with clients to:

  • Assess towing frequency and risk exposure

  • Match training outcomes to operational reality

  • Select the most suitable accreditation pathway

This ensures training is proportionate, relevant and auditable.

Why choose Beyond Driving?

  • Specialist expertise in professional driver training

  • Accredited training via Lantra

  • Experienced instructors with operational backgrounds

  • National delivery with flexible course structures

  • Clear focus on legal compliance and road safety

Beyond Driving delivers trailer training that stands up to scrutiny from insurers, regulators and fleet managers alike.

Book on-road trailer handling training

If your organisation requires staff to tow trailers on the public road, structured training is essential to manage risk and meet legal obligations. Beyond Driving provides On-Road Trailer Handling Training designed around real driving conditions and recognised standards.

Contact Beyond Driving to discuss your vehicles, trailers and driver requirements, and we will recommend the most appropriate training and accreditation pathway.

Go Beyond Driving

Contact us for detailed information about our courses or a bespoke quotation.

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