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Keeping You Safe On the Roads
The MiDAS Accessible course is a two day course consisting of the the standard MiDAS online modules along with the additional Accessible online modules followed by an in-person Practical session & Assessment.
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At 5 Counties MiDAS driver training we pride ourselves in not only the initial training we deliver, but also an ongoing commitment to our customers to help them ensure they are fulfilling their duty of care to their precious cargo. We receive many calls and e-mails with questions from our clients and we are proud to offer all our knowledge from our 33 years within the industry.
Our Trainer will come to you for the in-person Practical training, it will take place in your own vehicle and we can train up to 3 people in a group. The course consists of part Online Theory and part Practical and a typical course looks like the below:
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- Online Theory session
- Vehicle Walk Around Checks
- Practical Driving Assessments
- Practical Skills Assessment involving the assisting of wheelchair into vehicle, strapping and securing wheelchair and use of vehicle lift / Ramp.
After completing both theory and practical assessments a certificate will be issued to all successful candidates.
The objectives of the MiDAS course are:
Be assessed to ensure their driving skills are of an acceptable standard
Be given help where necessary to improve their minibus driving skills
Be aware of the legal, practical and safety issues surrounding minibus driving
Be trained in the safe use of accessible minibuses where necessary
Receive a certificate which is accepted by other MiDAS members
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Practical benefits of MiDAS:
Enhanced passenger safety
Improved passenger comfort
Increased driver confidence
Reduced stress on minibus drivers
Potential reduction in vehicle running costs
Potential reduction in insurance premiums
A better image for organisations
A better image for minibuses
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