The Official DSA Guide to Driving Buses and Coaches

Explains the standards required to pass the practical PCV (passenger carrying vehicle) test. Filled with advice to help PCV drivers become safer on the road, this guide is suitable for new and experienced bus and coach drivers and trainers. It includes information which can form the basis of the Driver CPC test to be introduced during 2008. This book is the only official guide which explains the standards required to pass today's practical PCV (passenger carrying vehicle) test. Packed with expert advice to help all PCV drivers become safer on the road, this new edition for 2008 is the definitive guide for new and experienced bus and coach drivers and trainers.This new edition includes a wealth of additional information which will form the basis of the new Driver CPC test to be introduced during 2008.Fully illustrated and written in a clear and easy-to-understand style by the Driving Standards Agency - the people who conduct the PCV tests.Thousands of deaths that occur each year on UK roads may be prevented by improving standards of driving. By promoting the correct attitude and approach, along with essential professional driving skills, this book will keep you and your passengers safe. Whether you're a new or experienced PCV driver, you have a special responsibility to yourself and all other road users. This new edition of the official DSA guide will help you to acquire and maintain the skills necessary to drive your vehicle with the utmost safety and consideration.Stressing safety, competence and professionalism it includes essential guidance on: the official PCV syllabus and practical test requirements; eco-safe driving and avoiding and dealing with congestion; attitude and driving techniques for different PCVs and conditions; EC and UK legal requirements plus the new working time regulations; accidents, health and safety issues and handling techniques, and it supersedes 97801155526572.