Exemptions from needing Driver CPC
You do not need Driver CPC if you’re using the vehicle for:non-commercial carriage of passengers or goods
carrying material or equipment you use for your job, as long as driving is less than 30% of your rolling monthly work
driving for someone you work for, or your own agriculture, horticulture, forestry, farming or fisheries business, as long as driving is less than 30% of your rolling monthly work
driving within 62 miles (100 kilometres) of your base - but the vehicle cannot be carrying passengers or goods, and driving a lorry, bus or coach cannot be your main job
driving to or from pre-booked appointments at official vehicle testing centres
driving lessons for anyone who wants to get a driving licence or a Driver CPC
maintaining public order - and the vehicle is being used or controlled by a local authority
rescue missions or in states of emergency
