an instructors guide to delivering compulsory basic training - NIDirect

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1. Introduction
need to highlight the effects on braking distance due to small increases in speed.
This will make the pupil more aware and likely to adopt a defensive riding style and
to reduce speed. It is therefore important to conclude this exercise with a post
exercise discussion on how to avoid putting yourself in a situation where you would
have to carry out an emergency stop. This type of discussion is designed to
encourage students to reflect on their own solution making processes and develop
awareness and responsibility which will help them to make informed choices.
To ensure learning takes place you should fully involve your pupils in discussion
around all the topics covered in CBT. The uses of two-way communication between
you and your pupils will increase learning opportunities and will support, reinforce,
and expand upon the information you deliver to your pupils. This type of discussion
will help you determine if the desired learning has occurred. If not, you may need to
spend more time on specific topics and if necessary change your training methods
to suit the needs of individual pupils.
Authority to conduct CBT courses
In order to deliver CBT you must first be registered on the Approved Motorcycle
Instructor (AMI) Register. Once on the register you can apply for CBT authorisation by:
• completing the application form which includes a declaration agreeing to the
adherence of CBT Conditions of Authority; and
• purchasing at least one book of CBT certificates costing £200 (25 certificates per
book at £8.00 per certificate)
If an AMI CBT instructor ceases to conduct CBT courses they must return all unused
certificates to DVA for cancellation. A refund will be given on all unused CBT
certificates, subject to administration costs.
CBT authorisation is valid for four years from the date of issue. Approximately one
month before authorisation is due to expire, we will endeavour to issue a renewal
application form. However, it remains the responsibility of the AMI to ensure his/her
authorisation is valid and up to date. Under no circumstances can an instructor
conduct CBT courses if his/her authorisation has expired.
Pre-course pupil checks
Prior to the commencement of a CBT course, you must check that your pupils have
the correct licence entitlement for the motorcycle or moped they will be using during
the course. The pupils need to produce one of the following forms of identification: