Driving Instructors Branch of Unite the Union Special Edition | Page 21

What the Law Requires

Support material workbook 1.2

•To understand the legal requirements for driving/

•To be able to demonstrate to correct eyesight requirements

•Understand how your fitness to drive impacts on the requirements to hold a driving licence.

•To be able to understand the legal requirements for accompanying drivers.

Scenario

Phase 1(Outside or In car) Duration 3-5 minutes max

In the initial stage the instructor asks the learner to consider, using a mind mapping exercise, what things constitute a minimum requirement as a provisional licence holder?

Phase 2(Self-learning)

In this stage the instructor will draw out the key points the learner is required to do and have for their driving test. As a provisional driver you need to comply with certain legal conditions relating to the vehicle you drive and who can accompany you.

Phase 3(In car) Duration 3-5 minutes max

What additional documentation is required when attending for your theory and practical test?

Seatbelts

Support material workbook 1.3

•For the learner to consider the use of in-car safety equipment.

•To increase the learners awareness of the dangers of not wearing a seatbelt

•Increase the learners understanding of their legal and moral responsibilities for the safety of their passengers

•To identify coping strategies to deal with a friend who may not wish to wear a seatbelt.