ADR Training UK 2026
Everything UK drivers need to know about ADR dangerous goods training — how to get your licence, the 9 hazard classes, ADR card application and renewal, training modules, costs, and career opportunities. All guides written by our expert instructors and updated for 2026.
Getting Your ADR Licence
Everything you need to know before you start ADR training — what the licence is, who needs it, how to apply, and how to get your ADR card.
How to Get an ADR Licence: Complete UK Guide 2026
Step-by-step guide to obtaining an ADR licence in the UK — eligibility, training modules, exams, costs, and how long it takes.
How to Get an ADR Card: Application, Renewal and Replacement
How to apply for your ADR card after passing training, what it looks like, how long it lasts, and how to renew or replace it.
How to Qualify for HGV & ADR Driver Training in the UK
The combined pathway for drivers who want both an HGV licence and ADR certification — prerequisites, training order, and costs.
ADR Training Guides
Comprehensive guides to the ADR training structure, modules, exam format, and what to expect from the course.
ADR Training Guide UK: Everything You Need to Know About Dangerous Goods Driver Training
Complete guide to ADR training in the UK — the 9 classes of dangerous goods, core and additional modules, exam process, and career opportunities.
The Complete Guide to ADR Training in the UK (2026)
NewUpdated 2026 guide covering ADR training requirements, costs, duration, approved training providers, and how to stay qualified.
Dangerous Goods & Hazard Classes
The 9 ADR hazard classes explained — what each class covers, the goods that fall within it, and the specific training requirements.
What Is ADR Training?
ADR stands for Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par Route — the European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road. In the UK, ADR certification is required for any driver who transports dangerous goods in quantities above the exemption thresholds set out in the ADR regulations.
ADR training consists of a core module (mandatory for all candidates) plus one or more additional modules depending on the type of goods you will carry. The most common additional modules are Tanks (for tanker drivers), Explosives (Class 1), and Radioactive Materials (Class 7). Each module is assessed by a written examination set by the Joint Approvals Unit for Periodic Training (JAUPT).
On passing all required examinations, you apply to the DVLA for an ADR card (formally known as a Driver Training Certificate). The card is valid for five years and must be renewed by completing refresher training before it expires.