Nov
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Preparation is important when teaching young people to drive safely. The parent/teacher should also give encouragement and themselves be very comfortable with all safe driving procedures.
Make sure the driver is fully prepared for the road. Do they have a provisional license. The learner should have already had lessons with a professional instructor in a dual-controlled car and have a basic comprehension of the principles of driving. Always ensure you use a safe vehicle and get the learner to help you check the lights, brakes and tyres are functioning normally.
Prior to accompanying a learner on the road, there are a few matters you need to organise. First, make sure you are lawfully entitled to accompany a learner driver. Usually you need to be over 21 years old. Have you had a driver’s license for at least 3 years?Make sure the driver you will be instructing is insured on the vehicle you will be using. A good provider of young driver insurance is Coverbox. Next, brush up on driving rules by taking a driver’s course or reading through the newest Highway Code.
It is a good idea to have a route prepared. To prevent learners getting distracted and tired start with short trips. Try and go out in different road conditions and increase the length of the trips and the driver becomes more knowledgeable.Experience is needed of driving on a variety of road types – narrow to dual carriageway and in all weather conditions.
The supervisor needs to remain relaxed at all times and be constructive. Always encourage the driver and don’t denigrate mistakes. You should occasionally ask the learner to point out potential hazards. Make sure that the driver is reminded to use the indicators properly and look in the rear mirrors before carrying out any manoeuvres. Good driving practices must be reinforced. In the event of a dangerous manoeuvre pull over safely and discuss what occurred. Recap the learners performance after practising, always staying positive.
It is important to teach learners in a way that will stay with them once they are driving unsupervised, and occasionally supervisor a young driver even after they have passed the test.
