Driving test for AMS/UNSAAT candidates.

Appendix 2 (Annex D) explains about  driving test to AMS candidates. It includes handling exercise assessment and  Road Exercise.  

Handling Exercise Assessment Criteria

1.    Before the handling exercise, a candidate has to undergo a vision test in which he or she has to read in good daylight from a distance of 20.5 metres a sample vehicle licence plate with letters that are 79.4 mm high, using glasses or contact lenses as required. Candidates failing the vision test are disqualified from the AMS.

2.    In the handling exercise, the candidate will be assessed as to his or her ability to safely perform reversing and parking on the standard driving range, as per the graphic on the next page. In order to pass the handling exercise, the candidate must complete all manoeuvres within five (5) minutes as described below:

• On the signal of the AMS instructor, start from the “START-FINISH” line, drive forward, pass by the first parking space, and stop.
•  Reverse into the first parking space.
•  Drive out of the first parking space, pass by the second parking space, and stop.
•  Reverse into the second parking space.
•  Drive forward to the “START-FINISH” line and stop.

3.    During the handling exercise:

• The vehicle must be positioned in parallel to the side markers and completely within the parking space, without touching any markers or crossing over any imaginary lines between the markers.
• The engine must not be stopped more than two times.
• The candidate must not leave the vehicle.
•  No other passengers are allowed in the vehicle.

4.    To pass the handling exercise, a candidate must meet all criteria listed in the assessment form (see Appendix 1).

5.    A candidate who fails the handling exercise shall immediately be given a second chance. In this case, the exercise must restart at the START-FINISH line.

The exercise area must be set up on a test range away from regular traffic. At least forty (40) traffic cones – brightly coloured, if possible – and measuring tape are needed to mark the exercise area (taller cones can be used to mark the corner points).

Appendix 3 to Annex D – Road Exercise Assessment Form

	DRIVER’S PERMIT ROAD EXERCISE ASSESSMENT FORM						Candidate Name:
							ID #:
							Nationality:
I. Assessed Capabilities (5 points for each failure)			Point		III. Instances of Automatic Disqualification
Seating position					Being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Bending the left knee when the clutch is fully depressed					Refusal to perform instructed manoeuvres.
- Bending elbows when the arms rest on the steering wheel					Refusal to wear a safety belt without a valid reason.
Mirrors and/or seat adjustment					Causing any accident.
- Adjusting rear view mirrors inside and outside					Accident is prevented by others.
- Adjusting seat					AMS instructor prevents crash or illegal action.
Use of seatbelt					Stalling the vehicle resulting in hazardous situation.
- Fastening the seatbelt prior to moving					Driving over curb or sidewalk.
- Keeping seatbelts fastened while driving					Creating serious hazard for other traffic.
Moving off					Driving the wrong way on a one-way street.
- Releasing clutch smoothly so vehicle doesn’t jerk or stall					Driving on the wrong side of the street.
- Checking traffic in all directions before moving off					Offering the instructor a bribe or gratuity.
- Checking left and right blind spots before moving off
- Using appropriate signals
Use of gears					IV. Remarks / Recommendations:
- Changing gears without looking down to the gear shift
- Selecting correct gear to match road and traffic conditions
- Driving with gear engaged at all times
Steering
- Maintaining steering control at all times
- Steering smoothly
Following distance (candidate to be warned)
- Keeping a safe distance from other vehicles
Passing / changing lane
- Correct and timely use of observation/mirrors/indicators
- Passing in the correct lane
- Choosing correct speed
Negotiating curves
- Choosing appropriate speed of approach
- Correct positioning of the vehicle on the roadway
Stopping
- Choosing a safe, legal and convenient place to stop
- Correct and timely use of observation/mirrors/indicators
Turns
- Use of proper lanes
- Correct and timely use of observation/mirrors/indicators
Observation of traffic signs and signals
- Stop at all red lights
- Obey police instructions
- Comply with road signs encountered on route
Dealing with junctions/crossroads/traffic circles
- Adjusting speed accordingly when approaching
- Being able to determine who has the right of way
Dealing with other road users
- Effective observation of vulnerable road users
- Choosing appropriate speed of approach
Planning ahead
- Ability to think and plan ahead
- Early anticipation and reaction
- Concentration on driving
II. Aggressive Driving (10 points for each occurrence)
Following too close (after warning)					V. Assessment Result:   PASS   FAIL
Weaving in and out of traffic
Speeding up to beat a traffic light
Cutting between vehicles to change lanes
Using the horn excessively					Name of AMS instructor:
Flashing headlights excessively
Expressing frustration/cursing/yelling/gesturing to other drivers					Date
Deliberately ignoring the rules/signs
Failing to yield (adversely affecting traffic/passengers)					Signature
Total Points

Appendix 4 to Annex D – Road Exercise Assessment Criteria

The road exercise assessment form and the assessment criteria described in the form are used as follows:

1.    Section I of the form: “Assessed Capabilities”: Based on his or her observations, the AMS instructor marks 5 (five) points in the boxes at the end of each row if the candidate failed these actions.

2.    Section II of the assessment form: “Aggressive Driving”: Based on his or her observations, the AMS instructor marks 10 (ten) points in the boxes at the end of each row for each occurrence of the actions listed in this section.

3.    Section III of the assessment form: “Instances of Automatic Disqualification”: In the event that a candidate performs any of the actions listed in this section, he or she will be automatically disqualified and the assessment will not start or end immediately if it is already in progress.

4.    Section IV of the assessment form: “Remarks and Recommendations”: This section will be used to enter any remarks of the AMS instructor on the assessment process.

5.    Section V of the assessment form: “Assessment Result”: At the conclusion of the road assessment, the assigned points are added up. An outcome of 20 or more points will result in the failure of the road exercise. The AMS instructor checks the applicable box (pass or fail) based on the overall assessment, enters the date of the assessment, and signs the assessment form.