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Minibus Driver Training MINIBUS PCV CATEGORY D1 TRAINING

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To obtain your Minibus PCV Category D1 Licence please follow the steps below:

1. Applying for a Provisional Licence:
The first step is to complete DVLA form D2, this is the application form for a provisional category D1 photocard driving licence entitlement. Next you need to book a PCV medical examination with a doctor. The doctor will need to complete DVLA form D4. You should then send off both parts of your category B (car) licence, D2 and D4 forms to the DVLA in Swansea.

DVLA forms D2 and D4 are available from your local DVLA office or from the Road SafetyConsultancy office.

2. Booking your Theory Test:
When you have received your PCV provisional driving licence back from the DVLA you are then able to book your theory test.

Theory tests can be booked via the internet at www.direct.gov.uk or by telephoning the booking centre on 0300 200 1122.

3. PCV Theory Test:
Before being able to take your practical test, you will need to pass the PCV theory test. The PCV theory test is divided into two separate parts; the Multiple Choice Test (100 questions) and the Hazard Perception Test (19 interactive clips).
To make a booking you will need your driving licence number and credit or debit card. If you experience problems in booking your theory test please call the office who can book a theory test on your behalf. After passing the theory test we can then start your practical training.

In order to pass the theory tests we strongly recommend you study the following material:
• A book or CD-ROM titled ‘The official theory test for drivers of large vehicles’. This covers the multiple choice test. • A DVD titled ‘The official guide to hazard perception’. This includes sample clips, which give you feedback to help you prepare for the hazard perception test.

The theory test is not just about the highway code, it covers all topics ranging from vehicle weights and dimensions, drivers' hours, the carriage of passengers, hazard perception, environmental issues plus other matters relating to passenger carrying vehicles. Mock theory tests can be found on the DSA website www.dsa.gov.uk

Case Study Test: In addition to passing the two theory tests, if you want to become a professional driver (which means you will drive for a living) you will also need to pass a Driver CPC Case Study Test.

The Case Study Test is computer based. There are seven case study tests, each with between six and eight questions. The questions will be based on real life situations you may encounter in your working life as a professional driver. Further information can be found in a book titled ‘Driver CPC the official guide for professional bus and coach drivers’.

The Driver CPC Case Study Test can be booked via the internet at www.direct.gov.uk or by telephoning the booking centre on 0300 200 1122.

After passing the theory test(s) we can then start your practical training.

4. Practical Driving Assessment:
Road Safety Consultancy provide a full course that is tailored to your needs. You will first attend a full day course, which will be known as your Assessment Day. For this you need to produce both parts of your provisional PCV category D1 driving licence. The assessment will consist of a brief demonstration drive by the instructor, followed by you driving on-road in various traffic situations and completing an off-road reversing exercise.

After the assessment day the instructor can advise as to how many training days are needed in order to reach test standard. Assessment days are available Monday - Saturday. To book an assessment day, please call our office at your convenience.

5. Practical Driver Training & Test:
A normal training day will start at 9am and finish at 4pm. The practical training course will cover all aspects required by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) Syllabus. Items covered will include vehicle safety check questions, driving on urban & rural roads, procedures at bus stops, dual carriageways & motorways, also off-road reversing and braking exercises.
Road Safety Consultancy Limited are registered with the DSA as a training provider and are able to book PCV practical driving tests up to ten weeks in advance. This allows us a great deal of flexibility to arrange a course and test to suit your personal commitments. Under normal circumstances your practical test is always taken on the final day of your course.

6. Full Driver CPC Qualification (if you intend to drive for a living)
If you need to achieve the full professional Driver CPC qualification, after passing the practical test you will also be required to complete a Practical Demonstration Test.
The test takes place at the practical test centre and the examiner will test your knowledge in the following areas:

Prepare for duty in a safe manner
Ensure your vehicle is fit for service
Inspect and use equipment in conjunction with the Disability Discrimination Act
Show you can take measures to ensure that illegal immigrants or goods are prevented from being carried

The Practical Demonstration Test can be booked via the internet at www.direct.gov.uk or by telephoning the booking centre on 0300 200 1122.

Further information regarding the new Driver CPC for professional PCV drivers can be found at www.transportoffice.gov.uk/cpc.

7. Minibus and Trailer (Category D1+E)
If you have already passed your minibus test (category D1) and you need to tow a trailer greater than 750kgs then you will need to take a minibus and trailer test (category D1+E). You do not need to apply for a provisional entitlement as you will automatically have a provisional D1+E added onto your paper counterpart licence after passing your minibus test.

To book an assessment drive please call our office and we will be happy to conduct an Assessment Day and then advise on a course duration (if any further days are required) best suited to your natural driving ability.

8. Company Minibus (Category D1) Driving Assessments
Road Safety Consultancy also conducts minibus driving assessments for companies and other organisations. These assessments are carried out in your vehicle; our trainer will come to your premises.

9. Company Minibus (Category D1) Defensive Driver Training
Roady Safety Consultancy provides one day Defensive Driver training. These courses are designed to enhance the skills of minibus drivers so that they drive smoother, more defensively and by using eco driving techniques ensure they use less fuel, saving costs and the environment. See Driver Training section of this website for more information.




		MINIBUS PCV CATEGORY D1 TRAINING Download Passenger transport provided by voluntary groups under the Section 19 or 22 permit system>> To obtain your Minibus PCV Category D1 Licence please follow the steps below: 1. Applying for a Provisional Licence: The first step is to complete DVLA form D2, this is the application form for a provisional category D1 photocard driving licence entitlement. Next you need to book a PCV medical examination with a doctor. The doctor will need to complete DVLA form D4. You should then send off both parts of your category B (car) licence, D2 and D4 forms to the DVLA in Swansea. DVLA forms D2 and D4 are available from your local DVLA office or from the Road SafetyConsultancy office. 2. Booking your Theory Test: When you have received your PCV provisional driving licence back from the DVLA you are then able to book your theory test. Theory tests can be booked via the internet at www.direct.gov.uk or by telephoning the booking centre on 0300 200 1122. 3. PCV Theory Test: Before being able to take your practical test, you will need to pass the PCV theory test. The PCV theory test is divided into two separate parts; the Multiple Choice Test (100 questions) and the Hazard Perception Test (19 interactive clips). To make a booking you will need your driving licence number and credit or debit card. If you experience problems in booking your theory test please call the office who can book a theory test on your behalf. After passing the theory test we can then start your practical training. In order to pass the theory tests we strongly recommend you study the following material: • A book or CD-ROM titled ‘The official theory test for drivers of large vehicles’. This covers the multiple choice test. • A DVD titled ‘The official guide to hazard perception’. This includes sample clips, which give you feedback to help you prepare for the hazard perception test. The theory test is not just about the highway code, it covers all topics ranging from vehicle weights and dimensions, drivers' hours, the carriage of passengers, hazard perception, environmental issues plus other matters relating to passenger carrying vehicles. Mock theory tests can be found on the DSA website www.dsa.gov.uk Case Study Test: In addition to passing the two theory tests, if you want to become a professional driver (which means you will drive for a living) you will also need to pass a Driver CPC Case Study Test. The Case Study Test is computer based. There are seven case study tests, each with between six and eight questions. The questions will be based on real life situations you may encounter in your working life as a professional driver. Further information can be found in a book titled ‘Driver CPC the official guide for professional bus and coach drivers’. The Driver CPC Case Study Test can be booked via the internet at www.direct.gov.uk or by telephoning the booking centre on 0300 200 1122. After passing the theory test(s) we can then start your practical training. 4. Practical Driving Assessment: Road Safety Consultancy provide a full course that is tailored to your needs. You will first attend a full day course, which will be known as your Assessment Day. For this you need to produce both parts of your provisional PCV category D1 driving licence. The assessment will consist of a brief demonstration drive by the instructor, followed by you driving on-road in various traffic situations and completing an off-road reversing exercise. After the assessment day the instructor can advise as to how many training days are needed in order to reach test standard. Assessment days are available Monday - Saturday. To book an assessment day, please call our office at your convenience. 5. Practical Driver Training & Test: A normal training day will start at 9am and finish at 4pm. The practical training course will cover all aspects required by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) Syllabus. Items covered will include vehicle safety check questions, driving on urban & rural roads, procedures at bus stops, dual carriageways & motorways, also off-road reversing and braking exercises. Road Safety Consultancy Limited are registered with the DSA as a training provider and are able to book PCV practical driving tests up to ten weeks in advance. This allows us a great deal of flexibility to arrange a course and test to suit your personal commitments. Under normal circumstances your practical test is always taken on the final day of your course. 6. Full Driver CPC Qualification (if you intend to drive for a living) If you need to achieve the full professional Driver CPC qualification, after passing the practical test you will also be required to complete a Practical Demonstration Test. The test takes place at the practical test centre and the examiner will test your knowledge in the following areas: Prepare for duty in a safe manner Ensure your vehicle is fit for service Inspect and use equipment in conjunction with the Disability Discrimination Act Show you can take measures to ensure that illegal immigrants or goods are prevented from being carried The Practical Demonstration Test can be booked via the internet at www.direct.gov.uk or by telephoning the booking centre on 0300 200 1122. Further information regarding the new Driver CPC for professional PCV drivers can be found at www.transportoffice.gov.uk/cpc. 7. Minibus and Trailer (Category D1+E) If you have already passed your minibus test (category D1) and you need to tow a trailer greater than 750kgs then you will need to take a minibus and trailer test (category D1+E). You do not need to apply for a provisional entitlement as you will automatically have a provisional D1+E added onto your paper counterpart licence after passing your minibus test. To book an assessment drive please call our office and we will be happy to conduct an Assessment Day and then advise on a course duration (if any further days are required) best suited to your natural driving ability. 8. Company Minibus (Category D1) Driving Assessments Road Safety Consultancy also conducts minibus driving assessments for companies and other organisations. These assessments are carried out in your vehicle; our trainer will come to your premises. 9. Company Minibus (Category D1) Defensive Driver Training Roady Safety Consultancy provides one day Defensive Driver training. These courses are designed to enhance the skills of minibus drivers so that they drive smoother, more defensively and by using eco driving techniques ensure they use less fuel, saving costs and the environment. See Driver Training section of this website for more information.