Training Courses
Our Brand New Training Courses
IMI Accredited VEHICLE Examination and Investigation Course
Dates of next courses:
TBC
This course has been designed to equip those undertaking it with all the essential knowledge which will allow them to complete a comprehensive and detailed examination of all manners of vehicles.
IMI Accredited Police PLANT MACHINERY Identification
Dates of next courses:
Thur 27th - Fri 28th November 2025 (Held at Datatag HQ)
This two-day course is aimed at police officers / police staff who are seeking to improve their knowledge and confidence in examining plant machinery.
IMI Accredited RESTORATION of Erased Marks Training Course
Dates of next courses:
TBC
The Datatag Restoration of Erased Marks Course has been specifically designed to provide the essential techniques and theories needed to detect, recover, and verify erased or damaged serial numbers, playing a vital role in supporting investigative processes.
IMI Accredited Caravan and Motorhome Examination and Investigation Course
Dates of next courses:
TBC
Datatag’s Caravan and Motorhome Examination and Investigation Course has been specifically designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of Police Officers / Staff working towards being a Qualified Stolen Vehicle Examiner (QSVE).
Course around the UK
All training courses are held at Datatag HQ Staines-Upon-Thames, Surrey or at your own Police HQ.
Costs will vary on location and accomodation. Class sizes 6-12 maximum.
Some forces find this easier to bring the trainer to the students and to minimise costs.
Datatag PLT Twitter Feed
A recent example of good work by @WMPolice.
— DatatagPLT (@DatatagPLT) October 28, 2025
The frame & engine number were both defaced, but thanks to the @DatatagID system fitted, for the examining officer it ‘took about 30 seconds to ID’.
Confirmed as stolen through our free police app #RAPID #StolenRecovered pic.twitter.com/8ZuQm21rMK
