Monday 24 November 2003 - News - Road safety
Free guidance on minibus driving
IAM Fleet, the commercial
training division of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, is offering
a free guidance booklet for minibus drivers.
The company said it recognised that a "considerable number" of minibus drivers undertake what is a highly responsible task, without the benefit or opportunity of any formalised training programme.
"With this in mind, IAM Fleet is offering the 40-page booklet free of charge to anyone who regularly drives a minibus for a charitable or educational institution," said a company spokesman.
The booklet, entitled "Minibus Driving - Your Skill, Their Care", provides guidance on a wide range of subjects, including legal requirements, loading, driving techniques and hazard avoidance.
Bob Hinchliffe, UK business manager for IAM Fleet, said: "Although we recognise that many minibus drivers have had proper training and assessment, there are a number who have not received professional training for this particular type of vehicle.
"By making this booklet available, we aim to improve their skills as minibus drivers and point out some of the added responsibilities that they face. Nothing can compare with practical training from an experienced instructor, but in the absence of such training, this booklet will act as a valuable guide."
To obtain a free copy of the booklet call IAM Fleet on 0845 310311.
Max Herd
The company said it recognised that a "considerable number" of minibus drivers undertake what is a highly responsible task, without the benefit or opportunity of any formalised training programme.
"With this in mind, IAM Fleet is offering the 40-page booklet free of charge to anyone who regularly drives a minibus for a charitable or educational institution," said a company spokesman.
The booklet, entitled "Minibus Driving - Your Skill, Their Care", provides guidance on a wide range of subjects, including legal requirements, loading, driving techniques and hazard avoidance.
Bob Hinchliffe, UK business manager for IAM Fleet, said: "Although we recognise that many minibus drivers have had proper training and assessment, there are a number who have not received professional training for this particular type of vehicle.
"By making this booklet available, we aim to improve their skills as minibus drivers and point out some of the added responsibilities that they face. Nothing can compare with practical training from an experienced instructor, but in the absence of such training, this booklet will act as a valuable guide."
To obtain a free copy of the booklet call IAM Fleet on 0845 310311.
Max Herd
