| Taxi test | £90 for 5 lesson refresher for test. |
| Carlisle | |
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TAXI TESTS / ASSESSMENT What is involved? Conducted by a DSA examiner specifically trained to conduct the Taxi Test Assessment, each test is booked in the normal way by calling a DSA Taxi Test booking line. Each test takes approximately 40 minutes to complete and operates from a local test centre. Following a prescribed route, candidates are tested for awareness and anticipation effective planning according to varying road and traffic conditions correct use of speed controlled manoeuvres a special taxi manoeuvre Securely administered On arrival at the test centre, each candidate must show endorsed photographic identification, a current licence and the test appointment card. DSA Pass certificate After the test, all candidates are given a verbal debrief and a copy of the test report. Unsuccessful candidates receive advice on training and successful candidates are presented with a pass certificate. Benefits The taxi driver benefits from an increased credibility because of the official certification. Benefits for the local authority include the ability to provide positive consumer protection and a quality audited service to the community, in addition to better prepared and safer taxi drivers. Objective real world testing The Driving Standards Agency has introduced a test specifically designed to examine the standard of new applicants for Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licences. Reflecting modern driving practices and conditions, the standard is set higher than the learner driver test and includes specific elements relating to the safe conveyance of passengers. The Driving Standards Agency is uniquely qualified to deliver this test. |
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1. Collect Application form and DSA document pack from Civic Centre |
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| 2. Applicant arranges medical examinationthrough own GP | |
| 3. Consider applying for DSA test at this stage, or await result of medical. | |
| 4. Application form, along with medical certificate, DSA pass certificate and fee submitted to licencing officer | |
| 5. Police Check carried out (takes 7/10 days) | |
| 6. Take DSA test and nowledge test if successful submit application to Civic Centre | |