Four deadlines per driver
| Document | Valid | Our suggested reminder |
|---|---|---|
| Categories C and CE (back of the driving licence) | Five years | Three months before; renewal requires a medical certificate and eyesight test |
| Driver qualification card or Code 95 | Five years | Twelve months before, so that 35 hours of training can be planned |
| Driver card | Five years | Two months before; renewal application at least 15 working days before expiry |
| ADR certificate | Five years | Twelve months before, refresher without losing time |
You set the lead time yourself in FleetCred for each document type. Each card is managed as a separate check, but the driver receives just one message for everything that is outstanding.
Checks from the road
Long-distance drivers are rarely in the office. The link arrives by SMS, WhatsApp or email, and the driver photographs the cards at a rest area or in the cab. Blurred photos, someone else’s name or a missing back side are noticed immediately, while the driver still has the card in hand.
Multiple locations
Assign drivers to cost centres, for example per branch. The overview can then be filtered, and the responsible persons receive a weekly summary of everything that is due. Roles determine who checks and who can only read.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to check lorry drivers more often?
The driving licence itself as for all drivers, at intervals or when prompted, and in addition before the time-limited categories expire. You check driver qualification, driver card and ADR certificate at the respective expiry date.
What about drivers from other countries?
Driving licences and driver cards from the EU have the same layout, and FleetCred checks them in the same way. Driving licences from countries outside the EU are generally valid for only six months after the holder moves to Germany. Enter that date and FleetCred will remind you in good time.
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