Pass Plus is a training course specifically aimed at new drivers, designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry. Pass Plus will build upon your existing skills and knowledge, it will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, and can help you to become more confident on the roads Pass Plus is made up of six practical modules which include:
driving in town
driving in all weathers
driving on rural roads
driving at night
driving on dual carriageways
driving on motorways
Anyone who holds a full UK licence is eligible to take part in the scheme. You will not have to take a test at the end of the course but you will be continually assessed. You must successfully complete all the modules in the course to an achieved or exceeded standard.
Pass Plus Modules
Town driving Driving in town can be daunting: rush hour traffic, complicated junctions and traffic systems... learn the skills to deal with all these and more >>>
All-weather driving Rain, fog, bright sunshine, snow and ice: find out how to drive safely in all the different weather conditions you'll face on the road >>>
Driving out of town Country roads can harbour all kinds of hazards, from sharp bends and potholes to farm vehicles and animals in the road >>>
Night driving Dealing with dazzle, judging distance and speed, using your lights correctly - these are just some of the areas covered >>>
Driving on dual carriageways To drive safely on fast, multi-lane roads you'll need all your skills of observation, concentration, anticipation and lane discipline >>>
Driving on Motorways Motorways are like no other roads: learn how to drive on them safely and correctly under expert supervision >>>
Town driving The first module begins with an introduction to PASS PLUS, explaining the course aims and the skills and knowledge to be covered.
The second part of the module is a practical session, covering the different features of driving in town, such as complex junctions and public transport. You'll concentrate on
observation, judgement and awareness
eye contact
consideration for vulnerable road users
being cautious but not over cautious, and
keeping space around your car
All weather driving As much of this module as possible should be covered in a practical session. You'll focus on correct speed, safe stopping distances, plus seeing and being seen in
rain
sleet, snow and ice
mist and fog, and
bright sunshine
You will also look at skidding
what causes them
how to prevent them
correcting slow-speed skids
braking on poor surfaces, and
aquaplaning
Driving out of town This module taken on country roads, will look at the main differences between town driving and country driving.
observing the road ahead
making progress safely
bends, hills, uneven roads and dead ground
keeping a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, and
safe overtaking
It focuses especially on being aware and showing consideration for
pedestrians, horse riders and animals in the road
farm entrances
slow moving vehicles
Appropriate use of the horn, coping with mud and debris on the road and how to use passing places are also covered.
Night driving This module covers the essential aspects of driving in the dark and also at dawn and dusk. You'll learn about
the importance of the correct use of headlights
adjusting to the dark
judging speed and distance
the correct use of lights and keeping them clean
dealing with dazzle
road users who can be hard to see, and
parking issues
Driving on dual carriageways Dual carriageways are high speed, multi-lane roads where the two carriageways are separated by a central reservation. They demand particular skills, including
effective observation, using your mirrors and checking blind spots
judgement and planning ahead
the need for a safe separation distance
joining and leaving a dual carriageway
overtaking and lane discipline, and
the correct use of speed
Driving on Motorways This module should be a practical session if at all possible. If there is no motorway nearby, it will have to be covered in theory: you should drive on a motorway as soon as you can afterwards so you can put the theory into practice.
Town driving 
Driving on Motorways
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