Teaching A Learner To Drive?

This is the first introduction to a new series (Series 2 Episode 1 The Introduction to What You Need To Know and How to Teach Driving in a way that ensures learning takes place.  All essential knowledge and skills to become an effective Approved Driving Instructor.  This introductory  espiode will give an overview of the two core areas which will be broken down as the series progresses. The WhatIn short what you need to know to be an effective instructor - the Road Craft, Technical, legal and advisory guidance you need to have mastered - after all "you cant teach what you dont know" The series episodes under "the What" and the "How".The What -Instructors Need to Know to Teach:Subjects/Themes that you need to know and be able to brief a student onProcesses that you will need to know to coach a studentPriorities, rules/laws of the road and common road craft practiceWhat if scenario planning - using the environment Subject Briefings - why these are important for you and the students Student lesson records Directing private practice and working with Parents (Private Practice)      The How - How to Teach Driving  (ref DVSA teaching and learning) Student Centered Lessons & Lesson Planning - setting goals and understanding students needs,  practice areas, adapting & respondingRisk and Responsibilities - risk understood, instruction, interventions, feedbackTeaching - Q& A, accurate technical information, fault analysis,  coaching  Learning strategies - tools and approaches,  depth of understanding, checking out, Unpacking situations, key events or hazards (ask first, joint understanding, clarity and understand learning points) Lesson Debrief (overlaps with above on unpacking)   Drive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This podcast covers some 8 key pointers on managing motorways and concludes with advice on getting professional instruction for learners who are near test ready on motorways and/or post test motorway instruction.  The key areas covered are:1.  what is a motorway 2.  Who can use a motorway - in particular learners use of motorways3.  Speed4.  Signs and markings - know your highway code Signs and Signals for Motorways see link to this publication:   https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/519129/know-your-traffic-signs.pdf 5.  Lane use and observations6.  Overtaking7.  Joining and leaving a motorway8.  Emergencies https://www.highwaycodeuk.co.uk/stopping.htmlConclusion:  Recommendation for Learner Instruction by Professional Approved Driving instructor.Key links to support your understanding of motorway use can be found on:https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/motorways-253-to-273A useful AA Article also covers key points discussed:  https://www.theaa.com/driving-school/driving-lessons/advice/motorway-drivingFor more information and support please see our public facebook group called  "parents - teaching a learner to drive" where you can ask any questions on driving / teaching a learner https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This podcasts provides an overview of some key points for dealing with Dual Carriageways, if you want more information, video guidance and assistance, Drive Hart are launching a new resource site called " Drive.Zone for Parents" in September available on low cost subscription basis covering all driving subjects.   If you need one to one support, we are also launching a new service called "Your Expert on Line" where you can subscribe to the service and get advice and guidance from A Graded Approved Driving Instructor for your private practice and test preparations. Call us if you want to get additional support on 07919 488360 or email admin@drivehart.com.  A key question Parents ask us is about the timing of starting instruction on Dual Carriageways for Supervising Parents:It is key to ensure that you do not tackle dual carriageways too early, otherwise the learner can be overwhelmed and as they are usually faster speeds than other roads require greater car and skill.   We would recommend getting the advice of your Approved Driving Instructor before starting dual carriageways on private practice.   The points raised in this podcast cover:1.  How to identify a dual carriageway and who can drive on it. Any road with physical separation is a dual carriage irrespective of how many lanes it has unless its a motorway.Can occur in any location urban, rural, city, signed dual carriageway. Learners can be supervised on dual carriageways by Supervising Driver We would only recommend taking a learner when they have sufficient control and confidence to take on the higher speeds.2.   Speed on dual carriageways and how this can be different from 70 national speed limit.May be first time a learner has driven in higher gears so care, steering can be very sensitive travelling at speedsafety gaps are imperative Observations and knowledge of your surroundings and other users essentialPlanning and anticipation is key to safetynormally subject to 70 mph national limit but can also be any specified / signed speed restriction eg  30, 40, 50 60mph so checking what applies is important etc.  3.  Lanes and the all important observations.Always travel on left, unless good reason to be on the right (ie approaching a roundabout where you need right lane, approach to move into slip on right to move across dual carriage, overtaking)anticipation and planning and strong observations are key to safe dual carriage way driving.  Higher speeds mDear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This podcast is a short explanation that when dealing with meeting traffic with a learner - it is important for them to know in what circumstances they have priority to progress.   In simple terms - if the blockage is on our side of the road we do not have priority,  If the blockage is on the other side of the road and our lane is clear then we normally have priority.  Blockages are normally parked cars or other obstructions. When cars on both sides of the road, then have situation called a 50/50 and neither party has priority and you have to look and plan ahead and anticipate what others are doing. We talk about hills and how this impacts priorities - if its a 50/50 you should give way to traffic coming up a hill because it is difficulty to get going uphill.  If 50/50 and both approaching the pinch point together have to look and see what others are doing, consider holding back.  Do not flash lights because it can be misinterpreted by others and pedestrians. We cannot guarantee others will do what they are expected to do, but sometimes cars don't hold back for you, for whatever reason (misjudge speed and distance or just might be arrogant and push through).  A good lesson for your learner is to consider:   no matter if you have priority always expect the unexpected and be ready to react and hold back.    Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

In this podcast we cover the process for Emerging left from a minor road into a major one.  We go through the core driving process of Mirrors, Signal, Position, Speed/Gear and Looking, Assessing Deciding and Acting.  We normally teach emerging (left and right) after a student has mastered turning left and right, as in particular emerging right  involves more skill in terms of :  clutch down, rolling first and more involved in decision making as you are crossing the path of other traffic.  Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This podcast provides an overview of Roundabouts - their purpose and 5 core aspects which often cause issues in negotiating them.   The presentation starts with the purpose of roundabouts and then the 5 core aspects which we teach students, covering1.Approach - Speed / Gear / Positioning  2.Key Decision Making Process – LADA / Assessing Gaps3.Lane Selection / Lane Discipline4.Signals / Timing - On/Off 5.Strong Observations / Awareness & Discipline Extract from our presentation on roundabouts:Always Discuss the main Purpose of Roundabouts with your Learner - ask what they know! •Meeting of two or more roads – to keep traffic moving•Simple and Complex / Multi-lane•Traffic light controlled and non controlled•Don’t confuse with mini-roundabouts (separate session)•Clockwise direction around island•Give way to right•Speed and Approach important •Assessment of Safe Gaps to Join •Method Important (Signals / Lane Selection / Discipline) 1.  THE APPROACH – MSPSL •Mirror, Signal, Position, Speed/Gear – Look and prepare as you approach the roundabout.  •Slow Down Early – Buy Yourself Time •Low Gear (usually 1st or 2nd – depending on situation)•Look for Signs / Markings – well in advance•Remember look for exceptions to normal positioning (often by advance signs and markings, examples in Salisbury ring road)•Position for lane selection – plan and anticipate•Observations – look well ahead to see what's happening2.KEY DECISION MAKING PROCESS – LADA! ●Look / Assess / Decide / Act – The Process•Move Your Eyes:  Right and Ahead•Start Assessing Early•Assess Traffic Speed and Volume from the right •Look for Safe Gap (come in slow = better decision) •If No Safe Gap,  You Need To Stop!•Don’t Assume The Driver In Front Will Go! •Don’t Follow Other Drivers / Make your own decision!   3.  LANE SELECTION / DISCIPLINE  •Look / Assess / Decide / Act  •Look at signs on approach to guide you•Observations Critical •General•A:  Turning Left (first exit) – left lane on approach•B:  Ahead (2nd exit) – left lane (unless directed otherwise)•C:  Turning Right (3rd exit) – right lane on approach  - Inside / Outside principle  4.  SIGNALS AND TIMING  •Signals / Signal Timing = Key To Safety•Informs what you are doing, so all others knowDear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This podcast presented by Sarah Hart, A Graded ADI who is ORDIT registered and director of Drive Hart Limited.  The session covers some of the main problems associated the learning to drive syllabus from the perspective of the potential or approved instructor perspective.  Four main areas examined in terms of the problems that can arise with syllabus management and some suggestions on solutions, concluding with some key tips to assist those new to the industry. 1.  Goals/Aims of syllabus delivery - what outcomes are being sought for your training:  the podcast examine the problem of being rigid in syllabus delivery, inflexible to students needs or goals, or becoming over-focused just on test preparation.  We advocate a clear aim/goal on preparing learners to be safe and competent drivers, who are also properly prepared for the UK Driving Test  before presentation to test.  A focus on safety and competency ensures a wider breadth of knowledge and skills which keep young drivers safe when they take on independent driving.  The National publications (syllabus, standards for driving and teaching) set by the Government (Department of Vehicle Standards Agency, make it clear that the focus should be on safety and competency and link to these can be found below). https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-standard-for-driving-cars-and-light-vans-category-b 2.  Knowledge and understanding of the syllabus - the breadth of the National Syllabus,  as well as knowledge of each subject, need to brief students and taking a step by step approach to delivery.   We recommend that you get detailed understanding of the DVSA Essential Skills booklet and the highway code as well as the national standards and syllabus mentioned above.  But more than that, use your ADI trainer / coach to provide detailed professional knowledge of teaching the driving syllabus and get really familiar with how each subject is taught (step by step).   A useful DVSA sponsored site is the safedriving for life site a link to which is provided below, which provides software for PDI revision on Part 1/Part 2 as well as a shop with the main text you will need to help you in your role, in particular the essential skills.  https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-codehttps://www.safedrivingforlife.info/shop/official-dvsa-guide-driving-essential-skills/3.  Delivery ofDear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Preparing and Planning Private Driving Practice with a learner driver can save you time, money and stress.  The Government Department responsible for Driving Tests estimates that around 70 hours tuition/practice is required to get a student ready for test of which around 45 hrs is taught and  22 hours it is assumed would be private practice with family or friends.   Focused and well planned practice can save you professional instruction costs and reduce the stress inherent in supervising a learner in car. This podcast, hosted by Julia Ann Clayton (retired Assistant Chief Officer of Police, A Graded Approved Instructor and Director of Training Company Drive Hart Ltd) covers ten key issues / preparations that supervisors should consider before setting off on private practice supervision including: 1.  Appropriate Car for the Learners Practice2.  Insurance and legal costs to cover the learner driving, also consider wider aspects eg does the insurance provider have any terms or conditions regarding supervising drivers, does the policy in place provide cover for any legal (civil or criminal) proceedings and costs.3.  Communication between you and your Approved Driving Instructor - Practice what has been taught by the ADI, if you don't have an ADI the onus will be on you to know the national driving syllabus and the skills that will be tested in the driving test. 4.  Knowledge of the supervisors role, Road Traffic  law and Highway Code, plus  key driving processes is essential to prepare a learner for test.5.  Refresh your own driving skills and knowledge, and avoid passing on bad habits!6.  Adopting the "Right Approach" to practice (right subject, right place and right time), speak with your ADI on when to start practice, and what to practice, get regular updates on the learners progress on the syllabus. 7.  Calmly review/debrief your practice - record your practice times and discuss any issues with your ADI.  8.  Keep driving  practice calm and as stress free as possible,  Agree the plan with your learner and how your going to deal and debrief any events during the practice.  If all else fails stop and cool things down!  9.  Give Clear, concise, and well timed alerts, direction and instruction, slow practice down!  it really helps the learner and you to manage the practice. 10.  Learn how to identify and put right common driving faults and discuss them with your learner.  Look on line, get advice and talk to your ADI, fault identification is what they do every day, and they should be able to give you advice on any speciDear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This Podcast provides an overview of the Supervising Drivers Role; the podcast is delivered by Julia Clayton, who is a retired Assistant Chief Constable (police), Director of Drive Hart (Government Approved Instructor Training Company) and qualified Grade A Instructor with some 30 years experience of law (criminal and civil).  The podcast looks at the legal aspects of your supervision role, outlining the rules and responsibilities involved in the  role and provides some practical advice on what to do and advice to seek before setting off to conduct private practice with a learner driver. Key pointers:Ensure you understand what your role requires you to do - you need to be active not passive in ensuring driving practice is kept safe.Check your/learners insurance cover properly.  Ensure it fully covers the learner and you for practice driving.  Some insurance companies are putting additional requirements on supervision of learners (eg increasing the age of the supervisor is just one)  so speak to them, don't just assume it will cover you or the learner - check!   Ask whether the insurance cover in place also provides for funding for  legal cover should the learner or your actions as supervisor be subject to criminal or civil proceedings and costs.   Do not underestimate how important this can be, civil  cases where compensation/damages are being sought can be very costly. Ensure you vehicle is fully legal, tax, insurance, MOT and display L Plates as required when taking a learner out.Speak with your Approved Driving Instructor on when to start private practice and what subjects to cover, where and when - the principle:  practice was has been taught by the Approved Driving Instructor where possible. Understand that the law expects you to be active in your role, ensuring practice is kept safe (for you and all other road users), if you are found not to have given instruction or made an intervention in the event of an accident, you may find yourself liable for criminal or civil proceedings as well as the learner driver. The standard expected of a learner driver is that of a competent experienced driveDrive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This is 6th element of the MSPSLADA process - Look.  This podcast looks at the need to look and observe from two perspectives, the learners observations and your role to observe the learner and checking out what they see, register and what they intend doing about what they see.   Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This is the 5th element of the MSPSL routine where we are talking about speed and gear element.  The key to success is discussed, covering plan and anticipate - early instruction, slow speed down and lower gear and give your decision making time (so you can look, assess decide and act).    We have a e-book which covers this in more detail which is currently available to read free on Kindle amazon...see link below https://www.amazon.co.uk/Supervising-Learner-Driver-Successful-Practice-ebook/dp/B08GSRNVHSDear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Positioning is a key element of the core driving process MSPSL, and is mentioned twice in the Governments top 10 reasons for learners failing their driving test, hitting number 4 and number 7 in respect of positioning when turning right and normal driving position.  Dont forget to check out public facebook site we sponsor for Parents - ask questions, loads of advice and materials to help you, videos on the driving test and more......https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This short podcast talks about the final key decision making element of the core driving process - Assess, Decide and Act.  it is key to give time to this final decision making element and slowing it down on approach enables this.  Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Signals can be confusing, this podcast provides a timely reminder on when and why you should signal.  Remembering of course that signals are assessed in the UK driving test, including making unnecessary signals. Drive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

This podcast explores the introductory lesson on Controls.  The key points from this lesson impact all other subsequent lessons, as it is the first introduction to the main controls the Learner is going to use under instruction by a supervising driver or instructor.   Keeping the control lesson simple and clear is key.  The controls covered in the early lesson would be - accellerator (gas), brake and clutch, handbrake, gears and indicators.  Be clear about how your going to refer to them in any future instruction (an example of this is given).When giving an instruction about use of a control ensure it is well in advance to let the learner have time to understand and react to your instructionA clear introduction to the use and purpose of each control is required.  But as important as the introduction is the way that you are going to refer to the controls during instruction.  This podcast talks about how at this early point in a learners lessons you introduce the clear and concise language of control:  this enables you to give well timed, jointly understood instructions for specific controls to be used.  The podcast provides an example of how this is used in the process of stopping as an illustration.  Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Exciting new resources are about to be launched by Drive Hart in support of parents check out our website  - also check out our public parents face book site on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371This podcast covers the issues and problems around traffic lights.  It is the number 6 of 10 reasons for test failure according to the .Gov siteProblems:1.  Not seeing or understanding what the lights mean - Red, Red/Amber, Green, Amber - 2.  Failing to stop at red3.  Entering Cycle box at lights - not stopping at your stop line4.  Turning right - whilst waiting the lights change, but dont clear the junction 5.  Progressing at a green light (any direction) but junction is not clear, or road going into not clear.6.  Blocking traffic when turning right - not seen the obstruction, blocks traffic 7.  Not giving way to oncoming traffic when turning right - with lights on Green.  So causing them to avoid collision or blocking road Solutions1.  Get to know the sequence and mean of the traffic lights (discussed at length)Red - stopRed/Amber - stopGreen - go (if safe to do so - always check) and remember give way to oncoming trafficAmber - stop (if you can do so safely )2.  Anticipation and planning before you get to the lights is critical, so you respond correctly  3.  Key tips and issues for turning, left - going ahead and turning right discussed at length4.  point of turn at traffic light controlled right turns is further back as a more sweeping turn right Safety issuesGreen may mean go - if it is safe to do so, don't assume it will be - Always check if it is clear and safe to proceed if turning right on green light always remember you still have to give way to  oncoming traffic - because your crossing their lane -  many accidents caused by drivers not remembering this one!   Don't gamble with Amber - don't rush to get through - plan ahead anticipate the need to stop and slow down in advance of lights to see what stage of the sequence they are at     Supervising drivers: 1.  Must know the lights sequence and meaning and road markings (cyclists box)2.  must be aware of the safety points above - learners will need help and support understanding right turnDear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Exciting new resources are about to be lauched by Drive Hart in support of parents check out our website  - also check out our public parents facebook site on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371This podcast covers the pre-test preparations for learners and covers one of the top five reasons for test failure according to the .Gov statistics.As always parents supervising learners have a key role in embedding this discipline - which we discussed in Podcast "Moving Off without kangaroos! lurching or Stalling" (season 1 episode 5).     Problems lack of observations (core 6 point when moving off)pulling out in front of traffic not seeing traffic from rear forgetting the blind spot checksnot exercising control when moving off - rolling back etcSolutions - Use the 6 point checks and control of Moving Off6 core checks - left shoulder, left door mirror, rear view, forwards, right door mirror and right blind spot check make sure your learner does not just look but see and decide / act When moving off from right - ensure you start from right shoulder and do the checks - going to your left (still 1 - 6 but reverse order)Key tips for Supervising Driversmake sure you also check before the learner moves off that it is clear, and ensure they do the checks by prompting them if you need to.  Do not let them move off without having done the 1-6 observations To help student become independent - don't do the checks before the student as this prompts them - they need to remember of their own accord! If you interested in more support  just  visit our website,  we are soon to launch our short courses for parents on our website and will podcast when its live www.sarahhartdrivingschool.comfacebook   sarahhartdrivingshcoolfacebook  drivehart ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast was brought to you by Drive Hart working with Buzzsprout - without this podcastingDrive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Exciting new resources are about to be lauched by Drive Hart in support of parents check out our website   - also check out our public parents facebook site on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371 This podcast covers the process of turning right into a side road.  This is one of the top 5 reasons for test failure according to the statistics from .Gov  - So whilst this seems easy, it can be a challenge to a supervising driver to guide and advise the learner on if they don't have the core driving process guiding the learners actions.As in the previous podcasts the core driving process is the foundation stone for successful driving practice - Mirrors, Signal, Position, Speed/Gear, Look - Assess, Decide and Act.   We go through the process for turning right step by step.  That in turning right this would start about 8-10 car lengths before the turn.  But as a supervising driver, you can really improve practice by ensuring you get ahead of the student, and give clear and concise instruction well in advance about 20 car lengths back - and crucially has time to start their MSPSL-ADA process 8-10 car lengths back.So having got your instruction to your learner out early - we step through the processMirrors (change of speed - slowing down) rear and right (change of direction mirror)Signal (right) indicating to others your intentionPosition - this is the main cause of problems for learners;  must ensure they are positioned alongside the center line (if the road is wide enough to allow that) so don't obstruct following traffic and they can see what your intention is from signal and positioning (turning right).  Get to point of turn - front bumper level with lines in middle of side road into which your turning.  Some tips on assessing point of turn in podcast. Speed - should have been slowed down on approach and make assessment as to whether you can turn in second gear (clear road, open junction, no oncoming traffic), or approach in first gear (if clDrive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Exciting new resources are about to be launched by Drive Hart in support of parents check out our website  - also check out our public parents face book site on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371This podcast covers how to turn into a side road on the left.  In  this early manoeuvre the parent supervisors role is key in ensuring the following:  Give the Learner really early instruction - don't leave it to the last minute - about 20 car lengths back tell them what you want them to do (clearly and simply) to give them time to process your information and then to respond....  Start/prompt the learner to use the -  Mirror, Signal, Position, Speed/Gear and look/assess/decide and act  (our  core driving process)   8-10 lengths before the turn.   Get the speed down to below 10 mph or lower on approach as this gives greater car controlObservations need to be strong into the junction to see if any obstructions and mirrors and observations when you have straighten up in your new road to see who is behind you (rear mirror) and right mirror (to see who is overtaking if anyone). Strong observations - as you turn watch what is coming up alongside, when in new road check rear and right to see if anyone is overtaking or coming up behind you!Keep it slow when turn is difficulty, or closed (cannot see into the new road) probably 1st gear below 10 mph.  If slightly open and can see into the new road can be taken at 2nd but keep speed slow. Summary Key pointers:Early instruction is key - be clear and concise "I want you to take the next road on the left"Strong use of the core driving process (MSPSL-ADA) and observationsGet the speed out - approach slowly and in correct gear (1st or 2nd) If you want to see any more resources and videos and courses go to our websitewww.sarahhartdrivingschool.comwe are also on facebook under -  sarahhartdrivingschool drivehart ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Our journey int podcasting hDrive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd

Podcast 6 (2021) Exciting new resources are about to be launched by Drive Hart in support of parents check out our website  - also check out our public parents face book site on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371This podcast covers the all important skill of being able to stop a car once you have moved off.  As a parent supervising a learner it is important not to overestimate how the learner may be phased by this - they have just got going and need to keep it slow (first gear) in the first few attempts.  The process for stopping is covered step by step under the headings of: P.O.SP   -  Place (Save Convenient and Legal - SCALP for short) with targets for them to aim for, like Stop at the postbox ahead!O  -  Observations /mirror work before slowing down to stop, including indications if needed - in this case slowing down to stop on left (rear and left mirrors)S  -  Stopping Process - the key steps to a controlled stop (come off the gas , cover (ie just hover over) the clutch/brake, (this gets them off the gas)and then a buss or two car lengths before the target you identified for stopping, its  clutch down - use the momentum to then steeruse imaginary clock face - 11 oclock, towards kerb, then 1 pm - straighten up)...and then gently brake to stopsecure handbrake, into neutral and switch off any indication you put onIt is an automatic process to an experienced driver, so supervisors need to reacquaint themselves with a process that has become second nature and done without conscious thought - if you are to be successful as a supervising driver of a learner - you have to recall the things that have become automatic to you to help them! If you interested in more support we have a package of short courses for parent supervisors which includes full video demos and key tips like the above and much more - which could save you time, money and stress - just  visit our website learn centre called Skill.Zone for parents onwww.sarahhartdrivingschool.comfacebook   sarahhartdrivingshcoolfacebook  drivehartDrive Hart = No 1 Sponsors of Drive.ZoneDrive Hart Limited - Gov. Registered Instructor Training Company - Actively Supporting Parents TeacDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Dear ListenerThank you for taking time to listen to our podcasts we hope they are of use and welcome your feedback. Series 1 was very much for students and parents - but we found trainee instructors also liked the materials. Series 2 is a response from Potential Instructors who want to know what they need to know to become effective instructors (the what and how of teaching) and to pass DVSA qualifying exams. For further resources and advice please see our facebook group for parents - teaching a learner to drive on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371For instructors see our facebook group for instructors on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/931188437661404We update our facebook page with regular legal and DVSA updates - please follow us on our Drive Hart facebook page on: https://www.facebook.com/DriveHartThank you again for listening to our podcasts we hope they were of use in your teaching a learner to drive. If you have any queries please email us on admin@drivehart.comSarah Jane Hart & Jac ClaytonDirectors at Drive Hart Ltd