The DES app provides the report form used for test 3 (ADI Part 3/SC). Prior to the test open the DES app and dab the name of the candidate. The app provides all the information about the candidate/ADI (for example, examiners name, test location, candidates name, personal reference number, date, email address, mobile number and address).
When the candidate arrives, the examiner should introduce themselves courteously. A name badge should be worn. Please remember that shaking hands is not acceptable to everybody.
The examiner must check the identity of the person who has presented themselves for the test and apply the following checks pleasantly and courteously. Ask to see the photo driving licence. If an old-style licence is produced, the potential driving instructor (PDI) must also have an acceptable form of photo identification. A trainee licence is acceptable or a valid passport. The photo licence should be scanned as per the DT1 - 1.11. It is important that the candidates identity is confirmed for the requirements of this test. If the examiner is satisfied that the candidates ID has been established, the test should go ahead.
Ask the PDI to read and complete the insurance declaration on the DES app for Part 3. If the PDI refuses to sign the declaration or there is any doubt about the insurance cover the test should not proceed. Make sure that the declaration has been completed correctly. Compare the signature with their licence or alternative proof of identification.
If the pupil they have brought with them is paying for the lesson their trainee licence (badge) must be displayed. If they are not paying, then the licence need not be displayed.
Annotate the DES app for Part 3 accordingly if on a trainee licence.
If the PDI attends without a pupil, you should refer them to the requirements of the test and inform them the test will not go ahead.
The examiner should ask to see the PDIs workbook or other training documents used during their training, but if they do not bring such records this will not invalidate the test. Take a few moments to scrutinise and thank them for bringing them along. Records can be in digital or hard copy format. No comment should be made regarding the standard of these records which could be interpreted incorrectly by the PDI.
The examiner should ask for the PRN of their trainer, whether they are a registered ORDIT trainer and record this in the relevant boxes on DES app.
Examiners should be considerate when enquiring about the PDIs trainer details or whether they have a workbook because it is important that all PDIs attending for test are treated the same. Trainers should be encouraged to accompany test and to listen to the test profile.
The DES app should be marked accordingly if the trainer accompanies the test.
A PDI who gives an inconclusive or evasive answer to the question about insurance cover for the test should be pressed, courteously but firmly, to be more precise. If, as a result, the answer is satisfactory and they have completed the declaration, the test should proceed. Should they refuse to sign the declaration the test should not be conducted.
Easy-Car rental cars are not suitably insured for the purpose of the part 3 test.
The vehicle used for the test must meet minimum test requirements and, as far as is possible to tell, be roadworthy and safe. Soft-top convertibles are not acceptable nor are 2+2 vehicles where seating arrangements in the back are inadequate.
L-plates (or D plates in Wales) should be fitted if the PDI is teaching a learner. Rear seat belts in working order must be fitted and must be used. If there is the facility for rear head restraints, these must be fitted to ensure your safety and suitable insurance must be in place. Failure to attend in a suitable car could result in the test being terminated. Rules for cars used for driving tests can be found on GOV.UK.
The test of instructional ability should take approximately 45 minutes with about 40 minutes moving and on road. The examiner should allow a short period for discussion about the pupil and review of training records prior to the start of the lesson.
At the end of the lesson, the examiner will carry out the assessment back in the office. They should then allow 15 minutes approx for delivery of the result and feedback.
The test must be conducted in either English or Welsh. Interpreters for the purpose o