Bespoke Driver Training

THEORY (IN CLASSROOM) LASTING APPROX. 2 HOURS (ACTUAL TIME BASED ON NUMBER OF TOPICS SELECTED) FOR UP TO 8 STAFF

Legal issues/general issues
Short introduction into defensive driving
Discussion on what problems are encountered whilst on the road
What makes a good driver?
System of vehicle control
Position/speed
Gears/acceleration
Braking
Skidding
Zones of visibility/observation links
Observation/hazard awareness
Driving environments
Attitude/ability
Taking corners safely
Night time driving
Weather conditions
Fatigue
Bad practices, most common accidents, their causes and prevention
Duty of care
Personal security
Breakdown, accident and vehicle evacuation techniques (practical vehicle evacuation can be provided if required)

Accessibility Training

Disability awareness/assistance
Safe use of passenger lifts and/or ramps
Wheelchair and passenger restraint equipment (hands on practical can be provided if required)
Legal requirements and good practice
Breakdown, accident and vehicle evacuation techniques (practical vehicle evacuation can be provided if required)

IN VEHICLE TRAINING LASTING APPROX. 1 HOUR PER DRIVER

Inspection of vehicle
Vehicle engine/cockpit familiarisation
Eyesight check
Assessment drive to initially assess individual’s driving ability
Short commentary drive by instructor to demonstrate how far driver should plan ahead and what to look for
(if requested)
Completion of assessment drive with tuition to help improve observation, anticipation and forward planning

A WRITTEN REPORT AND CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE WILL BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SUCCESSFUL DRIVER