Learn to drive a minibus
MiDAS minibus driver training
Lascot has extensive experience in training people to drive minibuses. We deliver regular Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme (MiDAS) training programmes from facilities in Brixton.
If you are a Group Transport member and you would like to self drive one of our minibuses, then, subject to these conditions, you will need a current MiDAS certificate to be able to do this. MiDAS is the national standard for minibus drivers in the voluntary and public sector.
Our MiDAS training is delivered by full-time Midas assessors who bring years of practical experience that will help you get the most out of your course. The programme includes:
- Legal responsibilities of driving a minibus
- Safe and environmentally friendly driving techniques
- Vehicle familiarisation and checking
- The correct use of passenger lifts and wheelchair restraints
- A certificate valid for 4 years upon successful completion
What does the course consist of?
Are there any course restrictions?
What does the course consist of?
Participants have a choice of taking the basic half-day course or the full day course that prepares them to drive an accessible minibus. At the end of the course, delegates will arrange their hour-long practical session and assessment for a day or so later.
Course outline:
| 08:45 | Registration and licence check |
| 09:00 | Welcome, introduction and the background to MiDAS |
| 09:15 | Defensive driving, reversing and manoeuvring |
| 10:00 | Minibus Law – what you need to know |
| 10:45 | Fitness to drive |
| 11:15 | When things go wrong: breakdowns, collision and emergency situations including evacuation |
| 12:00 | Multiple choice theory assessment |
| 12.30 | Course close (basic programme) or Lunch (full programme) |
| 13:30 | Passenger awareness – what are the issues you need to consider to understand and meet the needs of your passengers |
| 14:30 | Passenger assistance – what you can do to make journeys safe and comfortable |
| 15:00 | Using passenger lifts, wheelchair restraint and passenger restraint equipment |
| 16:00 | “Duty of Care” – your responsibilities explained |
| 16:30 | Multiple choice theory assessment |
How much does it cost?
We offer great value courses and special discounts for small organisations and voluntary groups
- MiDAS Training half day course: £100 + VAT per driver
- MiDAS Training (Accessible vehicles) full day course: £120 +VAT per driver
- MiDAS Minibus Driver’s Handbook £12 each
Discounted Rates: If your organisation or group has fewer than 5 paid employees, then we offer the following discounted rates
- MiDAS Training half day course: £75 + VAT per driver
- MiDAS Training (Accessible vehicles) full day course: £100 +VAT per driver
Where is the course held?
Lambeth and Southwark Community Transport (LaSCoT)
10 Somerleyton Road
Brixton,
London
SW9 8ND
When is the next course?
We normally hold a course once every month. Our next courses will be:
Thursday 25th April 2013
Thursday 23rd May 2013
Please call us on 020 7501 8987 to discuss further dates.
Are there any course restrictions?
You need to be over 21 and have held a full UK car licence for at least 2 years. If you have 6 points or more, or recent driving bans, please speak to us in advance or be prepared to wait for insurance company clearance before you drive. Some foreign (non-UK) licences are acceptable – please ask in advance
If I have questions?
For all enquiries regarding MiDAS training, please contact us on 020 7501 8987 or by email to training@lascot.com
Book your place now
You can book you place for the course online here, by calling 020 7501 8987 or by email to training@lascot.com
