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Title: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: sir moanalot on 19 June 2007, 21:15:49
our "fleet suppliers" have decided to send testers out with us to check our driving, ive got mine tomorrow- i may show him up when i give him my licence -car,hgv,psv,track and forktruck. waste of bloody time but thats our lot all over!!
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Danny on 19 June 2007, 21:19:24
how embarrassing would it be if you failed??

are they expecting you to drive as you would on a first time driving test?
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 19 June 2007, 21:22:43
Bet he still finds fault tho..... ::)

I had to take a test with driving examiner to get my taxi license......he passed me....but didnt give 100%....even tho i was trying coz i knew i was being tested.....think it was about 90% for my driving skills....on all types of roads....took about an 1hr
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: CaptainZok on 19 June 2007, 21:27:52
On an assessment our drivers are expected to drive to test standards, but some assessors take a more practical view and just look for dangerous faults. That said I usually warn new starters that I would like them to consider it as a driving test, but it's amazing how many think they can get away with 40+ in a 30 then wonder why they don't get a job.
My next test will be a bit more involved though, I've got my assessors ticket to requalify, my advanced motorists to pass and my driver trainers ticket to pass, all in a fortnight. The good news is it means a fortnight in a posh hotel in Omega central (Nottingham). :y
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Ronald_McBurger on 19 June 2007, 21:45:06
Don't be so sure. You may have a list of driving qualifications, but you may be surprised, Trust me, I am a driving Instructor, fleet trainer and ADI Tutor. :y
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: CaptainZok on 19 June 2007, 21:53:23
You have experience with the advanced drivers Ronnie?
Wondering what I'm letting myself in for.
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Auto Addict on 19 June 2007, 22:04:00
I training for my RoSPA advanced driving test, you have to be re-tested every 3 years to retain it.

I've had 2 assessments so far, with different assessors, both have picked on different points.

I on the waiting list to be allocated a tutor.
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Chopsdad on 19 June 2007, 22:55:38
Good luck Tone - it should be a walk in the park :y  Which is where you'll be sleeping if you fail  ;D
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Jay w on 19 June 2007, 23:02:26
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On an assessment our drivers are expected to drive to test standards, but some assessors take a more practical view and just look for dangerous faults. That said I usually warn new starters that I would like them to consider it as a driving test, but it's amazing how many think they can get away with 40+ in a 30 then wonder why they don't get a job.
My next test will be a bit more involved though, I've got my assessors ticket to requalify, my advanced motorists to pass and my driver trainers ticket to pass, all in a fortnight. The good news is it means a fortnight in a posh hotel in Omega central (Nottingham). :y

Hmmm i think i know which hotel as well.......

for the last few weeks we have had guys in here that have been doing driving skill courses, if you are here i wouldn't call it posh, nice yes, posh no.....

mind you i have been here since Jan so it cant be that bad

do you know when you are down here?
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: CaptainZok on 19 June 2007, 23:35:57
The Beeches in West Bridgeford, well it was last time I was there.
I've been told provisionally 2nd and third week in August but that could change.
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Jay w on 20 June 2007, 00:11:06
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The Beeches in West Bridgeford, well it was last time I was there.
I've been told provisionally 2nd and third week in August but that could change.

yep that is where i am now.....

will keep an eye out for you, i will be here at that point
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: sir moanalot on 20 June 2007, 18:32:35
t'was a breeze all the 4s,  never had a doubt!!  ronald ye of little faith- im a driving timelord and am getting upgraded to a tardis, are you qualified to instruct in one of those !!!! ;D
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: miggy on 20 June 2007, 18:34:56
Best of luck mate.

 :y :y
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 20 June 2007, 18:41:22
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I training for my RoSPA advanced driving test, you have to be re-tested every 3 years to retain it.

I've had 2 assessments so far, with different assessors, both have picked on different points.

I on the waiting list to be allocated a tutor.

Im guessing driving at 45mph in the middle lane of a motorway might have been one of them  ;D ::)  
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: CaptainZok on 20 June 2007, 18:57:04
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t'was a breeze all the 4s,  never had a doubt!!  ronald ye of little faith- im a driving timelord and am getting upgraded to a tardis, are you qualified to instruct in one of those !!!! ;D
We all knew you would pass mate. Like I tell our guys when I take them out, as long as you drive sensibly you will pass.
Title: Re: got my driving test tomorrow.....
Post by: Auto Addict on 20 June 2007, 21:23:01
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I training for my RoSPA advanced driving test, you have to be re-tested every 3 years to retain it.

I've had 2 assessments so far, with different assessors, both have picked on different points.

I on the waiting list to be allocated a tutor.

Im guessing driving at 45mph in the middle lane of a motorway might have been one of them  ;D ::)  

 ;)
 :y