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Pass Plus

Pass Plus+ Is Now Free!

If you sign up for Pass Plus + which involves attendance at a presentation at Workington Fire Station, Allerdale residents (under the age of 20 and within 1 year of passing their Practical Test) will get a voucher to cover the entire cost of Pass Plus.  For further information contact Sarah Truckle on 01228 226758 or sign up here with Cumbria Safer Roads and then contact Roz to book your Course.
 
With Pass Plus+ You Will ... 

Gain valuable driving experience safely Be taught how to deal with a wide range of road and traffic situations, many of which you probably won't have faced before  Build on your existing skills and knowledge  -  it can take years to become a skilled driver. Pass Plus+ helps get you there by speeding up the learning process under expert tuition  Reduce your risk of being in a road crash  -  the course will help boost your awareness of all kinds of hazards and help you learn how to anticipate, plan for and deal with them safely  Boost your confidence - if you feel nervous driving on your own, Pass Plus+ training can help

Pass Plus+ comprises six practical modules that cover driving in town, in all weathers, on rural roads, at night, on dual carriageways and on motorways. You can take it at any time within the first 12 month of passing your test.
        
There is no test at the end of it  -  your driving will be continually assessed and you must successfully complete all the modules in the course to an "achieved" or "exceeded" standard  
... And Save Money On Your Insurance Premiums

Many insurance companies offer substantial discounts to new drivers who have successfully completed a Pass Plus+ course. A full list of insurance companies that offer discounts to young drivers who achieve Pass Plus+ is available on this site simply by clicking the links below
Why Pass Plus+?

A 17 year old male driver is seven times more likely to be involved in a collision than any other age group If you have just passed your test, your reactions could be up to two seconds slower at recognising potential hazards Among young people, road collisions are the most common cause of accidental death. The accident rate to novice drivers drops by more than 30 per cent after the first year of driving

Frequently Asked Questions
Will I have to take another driving test?
No. Your driving instructor will assess you during your Pass Plus+ sessions. Once they are satisfied that you have reached the required standard, your instructor will complete the necessary paperwork and return it to the DSA.

How long are the Pass Plus+ courses?
Pass Plus+ courses are usually completed in one six hour lesson.

What happens if I need more than the six hours to reach Pass Plus+ standards?
If you do not reach the required standard within the allocated six hours you will need to discuss further pricing with your instructor.