O-licence applications
Support preparing and completing your operator licence application, with the right evidence.
HGV operator licensing
HGV operator licence support for construction businesses.
Supporting construction operators across the UK. Running tippers, grabs or plant wagons over 3.5 tonnes? You'll usually need an operator's licence — and the compliance systems to keep it. We help you apply, stay compliant and keep your vehicles working.
What we do
O-licence applications and ongoing compliance
Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, supporting construction operators across the UK.
Construction operator licensing
Advice shaped around construction fleets — tippers, grabs, flatbeds and plant wagons.
Compliance requirements
Maintenance, driver hours, inspections and record-keeping explained clearly and set up properly.
Documentation preparation
The systems and paperwork you need to evidence compliance to the Traffic Commissioner.
Ongoing support
Practical help to keep standards up once your licence is granted.
External Transport Manager
Mark Haley, Transport Manager CPC (Road Haulage), can act as your external Transport Manager where appropriate.
How it works
Your O-licence, step by step
- 01
Free review of your vehicles and operation
- 02
Application prepared and evidenced
- 03
Compliance systems and records set up
- 04
You review, approve and submit
- 05
Support through any queries
- 06
Ongoing compliance and TM support
Operator licences are granted by the Traffic Commissioner. AccredSafe supports and prepares; the decision rests with the licensing authority.
Prices
What operator licensing support costs
O-licence health check
- O-licence health check£295
A practical review of your compliance arrangements with clear, prioritised actions.
External Transport Manager
- External TM servicesGet a quote
Priced according to your fleet and operation. Ask us for a straightforward quote.
Common questions
Operator licensing FAQs
Does my construction business need an operator's licence?
If you run goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes — tippers, grabs, flatbeds, plant wagons — you'll usually need an operator's licence. There are limited exceptions, so ask us before assuming either way.
What is an external Transport Manager?
An external Transport Manager is a qualified professional who provides the continuous and effective management of your transport operation that the licence requires, without you employing someone full-time. Mark Haley holds the Transport Manager CPC (Road Haulage) and can act in this role for suitable operators.
Who decides whether my licence is granted?
The Traffic Commissioner. We prepare and support your application and help you put the right systems in place, but the decision rests with the licensing authority.
What does the O-licence health check cover?
A practical review of your maintenance records, driver hours arrangements, inspection routines and documentation — with clear, prioritised actions to bring your operation up to standard.
Talk to us about your fleet.
Book a free review and we'll look at your vehicles, whether you need a licence, and what it'll take to get compliant.