Supersedes 7th edition (2005, ISBN 9780115526572). Superseded by 2016 ed. (ISBN 9780115534379)

This publication is the 7th edition of the official guide to preparing for the passenger carrying vehicle (PCV) test, and contains detailed professional guidance for the safe driving of buses and coaches. It is compiled by the Driving Standards Agency and sets out guidance on the official PCV syllabus and practical test requirements, as well as on driving techniques for different vehicles and conditions. It provides a structured training approach to learning how to drive a bus or coach safely, including the professional attitude and skills required, information on EC and UK legal requirements, dealing with emergencies, eco-safe driving and dealing with traffic congestion, safety checks and minimum test vehicle requirements.

Supersedes 2016 edition (ISBN 9780115534379)

This official guide from the Driving Standards Agency is specifically designed to help bus and coach drivers prepare for their initial Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC). It focuses on the syllabus of two new modules: case studies (part two of the CPC test) and the practical demonstration test (part four of the CPC test). This new edition has been updated to include additional information on periodic training and ecosafe driving. This official guide has been prepared in close consultation with a working group of industry experts and experienced PCV trainers from GoSkills, First Group, Arriva and East London Bus Group, so it is up-to-date with current industry thinking.

Whether you're a learner, experienced PCV driver, or an instructor, this book is packed full of updated advice that will help you stay safe on the road, including information which forms the basis of the Driver CPC test.

This new official DSA book is specifically designed to help bus and coach drivers prepare for their initial Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) by focusing on the syllabus of the two new modules - case studies and the practical demonstration test. The CPC is a new qualification that all professional bus and coach drivers will need to hold in addition to their vocational driving licence. Its aim for the Driver CPC is to improve the knowledge and skills of PCV drivers and also to ensure these skills are developed throughout their working life. This book is also essential reading for all learner PCV (Passenger Carrying Vehicle) drivers.