← Lessons 10-Operator Licensing
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Vehicles subject to ‘O’ licensing Application procedure Requirements for all ‘O’ licences Standard licence — additional requirements Transport manager hours Objections Environmental representations Traffic Commissioner decisions Public inquiries and appeals Issue of the ‘O’ licence Vehicle discs UK Licence for the Community Changes to an ‘O’ licence Changes to transport managers Changing the type of licence New operating centres Schedule 4 procedure Other changes that must be reported Continuous licensing and enforcement Review of operating centres Disciplinary action The “Seven Deadly Sins” Main disciplinary powers Key offences and penalties Production of an ‘O’ licence ⭐ Exam numbers to remember

Key offences and penalties

  • Using a goods vehicle for hire/reward with only a restricted licence:
    • Maximum fine £500.
    • Second conviction within 5 years → automatic licence revocation.
  • Using a hire/reward vehicle internationally with only a Standard National licence:
    • Maximum fine £500.
  • Operating without an ‘O’ licence:
    • Maximum fine £2,500.
    • Vehicles being operated illegally may be impounded.