10 November 2008

Psychometric tests for Scottish learner drivers

Learner drivers in Scotland could soon be asked to undergo psychometric testing before taking their driving test.

The Driving Instructors Association has developed an online questionnaire that aims to uncover any weaknesses that need to be addressed before learners take their test.

The psychometric test profiles a candidate's natural preferences in key areas and covers concentration, communication, patience, courtesy to strangers, areas of challenge and decision-making.

Eddie Barnaville, chief executive of the DIA, explained that the current driving test assesses people's conventional driving skills such as hand, eye, foot co-ordination, vehicle manoeuvring skills, and very basic knowledge of the rules of the road.

What it doesn't take into account is a driver's attitude towards driving and what they think is the most vital part of safe driving.

He went on to say that many young drivers have a poor attitude to safe and responsible driving and many see themselves as risk takers - happy to break the speed limit or jump a red light.

Psychometric profiling will help instructors identify these traits, and allow them to modify their training to deal with them, Barnville added.

The launch of the online profiling service comes as the Westminster Government is undertaking a major review of the way people learn to drive.

 

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