Frequently Asked Questions

1) Where can I find details of future Route 60+ courses?

Details of all upcoming courses are listed on the events page of the Somerset Road Safety website.

2) What training do you provide in schools?

Schools education and training operates at several levels:

Road Safety Talks and Pedestrian Training

Presentations are provided after receiving requests from schools. These deliver road safety education to pupils aged 5 years and above. This can be followed by pedestrian training on the roads surrounding the premises.

Cycle Training

Cycle training is split into two formats:

RoSPA – run by staff/parents wishing to deliver a cycle course at their school. It involves a Road Safety Trainer who will attend the school to deliver ‘Tutor’ training to the Staff/Parents. The tutors then run the course to fit in with either the school program, or out of school activity, (each session to be minimum of two hours). Certificates are provided on completion of course.

Bikeability – The National Standard cycle training scheme, delivered by Road Safety Cycle Instructors over a two-day period.

All of the above courses are arranged via schools. If a school does not provide cycle training – some sports centres provide courses during school holidays.

3) How can schools find out about the education programmes you offer?

Anyone requiring more information can find details on our website or they can ring 01823 423430

4) Who pays for training in schools?

All road safety training programmes held in schools are financed from public funds as part of the Education and Training budget. (A nominal charge may be made for cycle training if an instructor has to be brought in because volunteers cannot be recruited). However, it is unlikely that a child would be denied training due to financial restrictions.

5) Do you provide any training for special needs schools?

Yes, we have a programme suitable for children and adults with special needs or learning difficulties. It is called “Step in the Right Direction”, and is a highly praised training package with DVDs designed to help them cross roads safely.

6) How do I qualify for a Pass Plus grant?

You must be resident in Somerset.

You will need to select a driving instructor from the Somerset County Council Accredited Driving Instructors’ list on the Somerset Road Safety website.

Finally, you will have to attend one of our free workshops. To book a place please phone 01823 423430.

7) When can I attend a Pass Plus workshop?

You may attend the workshop before or after your driving test, and at any stage of your Pass Plus course.

8) How do I book a free Driver Awareness Workshop for my area?

Simply phone 01823 423430 and ask for Rina Cameron. Further details about the workshop can be discussed on the phone.

9) How do I get someone to come out and cut the hedges back?

Complete the form on the Somerset County Council website.

10) How do we get some speed enforcement in our community?

Contact your local Constabulary beat officer – details are available on the Avon and Somerset Constabulary website at: http://www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/contact/

11) How do we get the speed limit lowered in our village?

In the first instance contact your local Parish Council.

12) Where can I find accident data for Somerset?

Somerset casualty review documents are available on the Somerset Road Safety website.

13) How do I request Accident Data for the area where I live?

Somerset Road Safety has a comprehensive database of all reported injury collisions throughout Somerset. We can provide specific information upon request, but please note this may incur a charge. To request information please complete the accident data request form on the Somerset Road Safety website.

14) Does Somerset Road Safety work with local businesses?

Somerset Road Safety will assist anyone with Road Safety issues. More specifically, we are currently designing a driver-training programme to support local business with driver fleets, to assist them with driver training and dealing with corporate legislation.