It has recently been reported that most people who supervise learner drivers do not know the law when it comes to teaching, and could risk fines, disqualification or even jail. The AA released figures which suggested that a quarter of 19,000 people didn’t know that using a mobile phone while supervising a learner driver was illegal. Shockingly, one in 10 people weren’t aware that falling asleep in the passenger seat wasn’t allowed either!
Even something like not wearing your glasses, if you require them for driving, could land you in trouble. Running a quick internet search only highlights two, well known, rules if you want to teach your son/daughter/friend etc to drive; You have to be over 21 years of age, and have held a full driving licence for over 3 years. It has been suggested that people who want to supervise learner drivers should go on a course, or fill out a questionnaire which could test their knowledge on the subject. It has been proved that the extra experience can improve learner’s skills, and make them more aware, but at the same time bad habits can also be picked up.
The ‘teacher’ is deemed to be in control of the car at all times, even when not driving, so it is paramount that the law is known. The AA do offer a course for people who are thinking about supervising learner drivers. Click here to go the the website!
If you are supervising a learner driver, make sure your insurance company are aware. The learner driver must be insured on whatever car they are driving, so click here to get the best quote!
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