ADI Regulations & Standards Flashcards

The ADI Part 1 theory test consists of how many multiple-choice questions and what is the pass mark?

Answer: 100 questions, 85 correct

The ADI Part 1 theory test comprises 100 multiple-choice questions (from five bands), requiring at least 85 correct answers, plus a hazard perception test with 14 clips requiring a minimum score of 57/75.

An ADI must display their ADI licence certificate in the windscreen when conducting lessons because:

Answer: It is a legal requirement under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and DVSA regulations to identify them as a registered ADI

Section 123 Road Traffic Act 1988 requires ADIs to display their green ADI certificate on the windscreen when instructing for payment; a pink licence applies to those instructing under a trainee licence.

The DVSA checks ADI standards through:

Answer: Standards checks (formerly check tests) carried out periodically during the four-year registration period

DVSA examiners conduct standards checks (graded 1–6 in each of three competency areas) on ADIs periodically during their 4-year registration period to ensure the quality of instruction.

If an ADI fails the standards check with a grade of less than the minimum required, what can happen?

Answer: They may be required to pass a further check or have their registration revoked by DVSA

A poor standards check result can lead to a further check and, if performance is not improved, potential removal from the ADI register, meaning the ADI can no longer legally charge for instruction.

What is the purpose of a trainee driving instructor (pink badge) licence?

Answer: To allow a trainee who has passed Part 1 and Part 2 to instruct under supervision for a limited period while preparing for Part 3

The trainee licence allows a Part 2 pass holder to provide paid instruction for a maximum of 6 months (extendable once) while preparing for the Part 3 instructional ability test.

An ADI is legally required to be registered with which body?

Answer: The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) on the ADI Register

Only individuals on the DVSA's ADI Register may charge for driving instruction; the Register is maintained under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and associated regulations.