Who sets the standard?

FORTH VALLEY GROUP
OF ADVANCED MOTORISTS

Scottish Charity SC023512 IAM Group 6168

-	Who are we?
-	What is advanced driving?
-	Who sets the standard?
-	What are the benefits?
-	Who can join?
-	When can you join?
-	What form does the help take?
-	What does the test involve?
-	What are the chances of passing?
-	How much does it all cost?
-	What types of membership are there?
-	Is it for you?

How to join

Advanced driving is defined in Roadcraft, the Police Driver’s Handbook. The principles of safe driving in Roadcraft were first set out in the 1930’s. They have since been updated to take account of changes in traffic conditions and in the design of cars. The latest edition of Roadcraft was prepared by a group of experienced Police driving instructors in consultation with many Police and civilian experts. Roadcraft is recognised throughout the world as defining the highest possible standard of driving.

The conduct of the IAM’s tests is the responsibility of its Chief Examiner, currently Peter Rodger, a former Chief Examiner at the Police Driving School at Hendon. All IAM Examiners hold the highest Police driving qualification, the Advanced Certificate. Many are serving Traffic Police Officers.

The IAM’s book, How to be a better driver: Advanced Driving the essential guide, covers the main topics of advanced driving and sets out what its Examiners look for.