Expert Transport Compliance & Consultancy for HGV and PSV Operators
Fleet Transport Consultants (FTC) helps operators stay compliant, efficient and confident with DVSA standards. Offices in Leeds and Luton — supporting clients UK-wide from Scotland to London.
Transport Compliance Audits
Independent, DVSA-style audits that benchmark your systems, identify risks, and prepare your operation for inspections.
- HGV & PSV audit frameworks
- Actionable, prioritised recommendations
- Pre-inspection readiness checks
Public Inquiry Representation
Professional preparation and representation at Traffic Commissioner Public Inquiries.
Where we’ve represented clients at PI, operators have retained their licence and repute.
DVSA Inspections (MIVR, TEVR, DBA)
Complete pre- and post-visit support to turn around negative MIVR/TEVR/DBA outcomes and prevent re-occurrence.
- Desk-Based Assessment support
- Maintenance & driver hours systems review
- Corrective action plans & evidence packs
Transport Management & Consultancy Support
- External Transport Manager (ETM) services
- Tachograph data analysis & validation before DVSA submission
- Driver hours monitoring, infringement reduction
- Policy drafting, driver handbooks, risk assessments
- System reviews & ongoing compliance oversight
Operator Licence & Period of Grace
- New O-licence applications & variations
- Period of Grace requests and documentation
- DVSA/TC correspondence & response drafting
- Evidence preparation and liaison
Recent Case Study: 6-Vehicle HGV Operator
How FTC turned a non-compliant operation into a DVSA-ready business in 24 weeks.
Read Case StudyDigital Compliance Tools That Save Time
Make compliance faster, easier and fully auditable with our apps and systems.
DDIR Driver Walkaround & Fleet App
Digital walkaround checks, live defect reporting, and fleet tracking.
Learn about DDIRWhy Choose Fleet Transport Consultants
- Proven results: turned negative DVSA outcomes into “no further action”
- ISO 9001 & ISO 27001: quality and information security assured
- CILT Chartered: recognised professional standards
- UK-wide: Leeds & Luton offices; projects from Alloa (Scotland) to the South
- HGV & PSV specialists: systems that work in the real world
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Free initial consultation. Confidential advice for operators.
Recent Outcomes
PSV Operator, Scotland
Post-audit actions completed in 14 days. DVSA issued no further action.
HGV Fleet, West Yorkshire
Negative MIVR turned satisfactory with corrective plan and evidence pack.
National Courier Firm
Policy re-write & tachograph review cut driver infringements by 42%.
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Transport Consultancy FAQs
What do your transport consultancy services include?
Compliance audits, Public Inquiry representation, pre/post DVSA inspections (MIVR, TEVR, DBA), ETM support, O-licence applications, DVSA/TC correspondence, tachograph data analysis, policy drafting and reviews, risk assessments, driver handbooks, and digital compliance tools.
Do you work with both HGV and PSV operators?
Yes — we specialise in both HGV and PSV operations, with UK-wide coverage from our Leeds and Luton offices.
Can you assist with a Period of Grace request?
Absolutely. We prepare documentation, evidence and liaison to support successful Period of Grace outcomes.
Can you help prepare for a DVSA Desk-Based Assessment?
Yes — we provide pre-assessment readiness checks, guidance on documentation, and post-assessment corrective actions.
How quickly can you start?
We offer rapid initial consultations and can mobilise quickly for urgent cases, including pending Public Inquiries.