Course for Car & MPV Observers


If an organisation decides to have an in-house training programme we can arrange a course for a MiDAS Car & MPV Observer.

 

The course will be either three days, for a Standard Observer, or four days for an Accessible Observer.  The term Observer stems from the fact that, although training takes place in the classroom, on the road, for legal reasons, we observe their drive.

 

Elements covered for all Observers include an on-road assessment, where we would expect an above average drive, three days of theory/practical training followed by multiple choice theory assessments and a presentation skills assessment.

 

This prepares the Observer to discuss a range if issues with their drivers, either in a small group or individually, and topics covered include:

  • Defensive Driving
  • Legal Responsibilities of Drivers
  • Passenger Safety
  • Passenger Awareness
  • Child Passenger Safety
  • Manual Handling Awareness
  • Health and Safety Awareness
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Personal Safety for Drivers

Where the drivers use wheelchair accessible vehicles the Observer would do an additional day and cover topics that include:

  • Safe use of Passenger Lifts or Ramps
  • Correct use of Wheelchair Tie-downs and Passenger Safety Belts
  • Safety for Passengers who travel in their wheelchairs

These sessions are followed by an additional theory assessment and a practical assessment of  their ability to use the accessible features of the vehicle.

 

The Observer, when they have successfully passed the various assessments, would also be issued with a comprehensive manual and a CD-ROM with all the required training resources.

 

To discuss the course in more detail and to receive a full course overview please contact us.