Minibus and passenger vehicles - training and assessments

Minibus and passenger vehicles - training and assessment

The Road Safety Team can provide training and assessment for drivers and passenger assistants of minibuses and accessible vehicles. We can deliver two programmes through the nationally recognised Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme (MiDAS).

1. Driver training which involves:

Minibus driver theory training and assessment (2 hours)
Practical driving assessment (1 hour)

2. Additional training for drivers and passenger assistants of accessible vehicles lasting 3 hours:

Theory training and assessment
Practical training and assessment.

Practical driver training is also available and it is recommended that new or occasional minibus drivers book an hours driving instruction before their practical driving assessment to help them achieve the MiDAS standard.

MiDAS is the Council’s required standard for drivers of minibuses and accessible vehicles who don’t have a P.C.V. driving licence and for drivers and passenger assistants who use accessible equipment..

All training is delivered by Government approved driving instructors who have been certified by the Community Transport Association to deliver MiDAS. The training and instruction is carried out in the relevant vehicle supplied by the individual or organisation making the booking and can be carried out anywhere in Warwickshire.

Drivers must have a valid driving licence and be covered by the appropriate insurance for the vehicle.

Further information is contained in the attached information pack:

To book a course please complete and return the booking form or contact us.

Other useful contacts
Query	Further Advice
Training and Assessments	Road Safety Unit Tel: 01926 418619
Driving Licences	County Fleet Manager Tel 01926 412885 DVLA Tel 0870 240 0009 www.dvla.gov.uk
WCC Insurance	County Insurance Manager Tel: 01926 412337