Specialist training services

Description

The Contracting Entity intends to procure a framework contract for the provision of Advanced Driving and Driver-Support training to include: — Advanced Driving Modules 1 and 2 (including completion of the Institute of Advanced Motorist test); — Driver Intervention training; — Driver Support and Assessment post-Collision training. The Contracting Entity intends to procure a framework contract for the provision of Advanced Driving and Driver-Support training to include: — Advanced Driving Modules 1 and 2 (including completion of the Institute of Advanced Motorist test); — Driver Intervention training; — Driver Support and Assessment post-Collision training. Advanced Driver Training Description: Educating staff in method of driving which will enable them to achieve the Institute of Advanced Motorist's Advanced Driving Standard and pass the IAM Advanced Driving test. The Course will consist of 2 separate day's education/training. Training Day 1: — Morning time the trainer will explain the theoretical elements of Advanced Driver Training in a ‘classroom’ environment (Mainly 4 participants). — Afternoon, drivers will learn and practice the practical elements of Advanced Driver Training by both observing a colleague driving and also driving themselves under the direction of the trainer. — The driver is issued with a report on completion of Day listing elements of their driving which should be adjusted/improved upon and they are encouraged to work on those points for the following 4 weeks. Training Day 2: — The trainer carries out another session of observation and driving practice with each driver. — The driver is tested by and independent IAM tester. Driver Intervention Training: ESB may require an employee to complete some type of driving intervention training for any one of the reasons listed below (but not exclusively the list below): — Excessive speeding. — Being involved in numerous road safety incidents/collision. — Returning to driving after completing a statutory driving ban. This training would comprise of: — The trainer has a discussion with the driver to discuss the reason(s) for the intervention training. — The trainer undertakes a practical training session with the driver focusing on the area of concern. — The trainer issues ESB with a report from the training, stating how the driver performed in the session, highlighting any concerns and indicating if any follow-up is required, etc. Post Collision Support Training/Assessment: In the event that an employee of ESB is involved in a very serious collision, it is policy that the driver must complete Post Collision Support Training/Assessment. Similarly to the Intervention Training the trainer meets the driver and discusses the incident and all relevant information associated with the incident. The trainer accompanies the driver on a drive to assess driving and offer advice. The Trainer prepares a report following the training session which is sent to ESB Road Safety Bureau and advises whether the driver should return to driving duties for ESB.