DVLA Direct Driver Checking

Keeping your drivers compliant is essential – but it doesn’t have to be complicated. With SafetyFirst, you can quickly introduce, manage, and maintain regular licence checks across your fleet, without the paperwork and hassle of manual processes.

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Our Process

How does it work?

Drivers complete a quick and secure online e-consent form, permitting us to check their licence details directly with the DVLA. The results feed straight into the RED SafetyFirst platform, automatically updating each driver’s risk score. 

Ongoing rechecks are then carried out automatically, based on the agreed schedule and risk parameters. This helps you:

  • Save time – let the platform do the heavy lifting for you.
  • Stay compliant – make sure your drivers are legally entitled to drive.
  • Spot risks early – identify drivers who may be close to disqualification.
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Why is driver’s licence checking important?

Driver licence checking is an important part, and often the first step, of keeping your business compliant and your fleet safe. It ensures every driver is legally entitled to be on the road, helping you fulfil your duty of care and reduce risk. 

By identifying issues such as penalty points, expired categories, or disqualifications early, you can protect your business from potential fines, liability, and reputational damage. Regular checks also strengthen your risk profile with insurers, support lower costs, and save valuable time by removing the burden of manual admin.

From paper to platform

Forget the old, manual approach. SafetyFirst replaces paper forms and admin with a streamlined, digital solution – complete with dashboard reporting and easy-to-use tools that give you peace of mind and a clear audit trail.

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We are passionate about training and how this drives business performance and efficiency

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We deliver effective and efficient driver risk management solutions that save you money

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We focus on measurement & continual improvement

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We understand compliance & protect your brand’s reputation

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Why Choose RED?

We are pleased to have proud partnerships with some great UK fleet businesses, large and small, and have a reputation for delivering precisely what the customer wants.

Whatever your driver risk and fleet safety need, RED Corporate Driver Training can deliver – with a comprehensive range from licence checking to online assessments and e-learning, to on-road training, off-road (4×4) training and even HGV licence acquisition we can help.

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SafetyFirst Platform

All of our driver training is underpinned with our digital platform, SafetyFirst, to allow any fleet customer to easily keep control of and manage their fleet drivers and associated vehicle compliance efficiently and effectively.

Donington Park Facility

With dedicated training facilities at Donington in the heart of the UK, and with the ability to come to your location anywhere in the country via a network of professional fleet driver trainers, RED can help you manage risk, save money, save lives, and protect your reputation.