Category D1 licence entitlement is required if you intend to drive a minibus, which has 9-16 passenger seats. If you intend to drive a minibus professionally then you will also need Driver CPC training.
EP Training can assist you in obtaining your D1 licence. They are experts in commercial transport training. Undergo category D1 training with EP and you be taught by a DSA approved instructor in a modern, well maintained training vehicle.
D1 Training Location
Training is delivered from their purpose built training centre in Leathhead, Surrey (Jct. 9 M25.) All driving tests are conducted from The DSA practical test in Guildford.
D1 Driver CPC Training
For new entrants, driving a minibus professionally means having to obtain the Initial Driver CPC. Driver CPC was introduced into the coach and bus industry on 10th September 2008.
Initial Driver CPC is split into 4 separate modules
Module 1: multi choice and hazard perception theory test
Module 2: driver CPC case study theory test
Module 3: practical driving test
Module 4: practical associated knowledge test
All 4 modules must be passed to be awarded a driver CPC qualification card.
Modules 1 and 3 must be passed to drive a minibus for private use.
Minibus Licence Acquisition Assistance
Whatever option you choose EP can assist you every step on the way. They can manage (at no extra cost) the whole licence acquisition process, from medical to final practical test. Why not call their professional team today and get your career into gear.
Minibus Refresher Training
If you already have D1 entitlement but need some refresher training, or would like some D1 driving assessments to be carried out then EP can help.
They can come to you or deliver training from their training centre in Bookham, Surrey.
D1 Training Prices
EP has a nunber of pricing options for D1, minibus training.
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D1 Restriction Code 101
If you passed your car test prior to 1st January 1997 you will have category D1 through acquired rights. However check your licence and you may find you have restriction code 101. Having this code on your licence means you cannot drive a cat D1 vehicle for hire or reward.
If you have this restriction code and drive a minibus commercially you will need to obtain the Initial Driver CPC qualification.
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