When will driving schools recommence lessons ?
As part of the
government's roadmap Driving Schools can now reopen as part of phase 3
from June 29th. Harris Driving School recommenced lessons
in early July.
If I am looking to continue my lessons or
I am a new learner what can I expect ? The current
situation is unprecedented. Due to the huge number of learners
waiting to recommence lessons together with all those wanting to begin
lessons, delays in scheduling bookings can be expected so please be
patient. Priority will be given to the existing customers who need to
complete their course of lessons so that they can apply for the
driving test.
What safety precautions will be needed ?
Social distancing is not achievable in the confined driving lesson
environment. Due to the extremely infectious nature of the covid-19
virus and it's potentially serious consequences strict adherence to
safety protocols is essential to keep you, me, our families and the
community safe. We must not get complacent as the re-emergence of the
virus in some countries has shown.
In regard to driving tests for category B (cars)
the RSA recommenced driver testing on July 20th. Safety protocols
apply e.g. the wearing of facemasks during the test. Refer to the RSA
website for full details.
Not withstanding this the following safety protocols will be put in place for Harris
Driving School:
- > The instructor may take the
learners temperature before the lesson using a non-contact forehead
thermometer. If the result is high, indicating a possible fever the
lesson may be cancelled for safety.
- > Face covering/mask will be worn by the
instructor and learner during the lesson - mine helps protect you, yours
helps
protect me -. Wearing the face covering is mandatory. (the learner will
provide their mask). This is also being made mandatory by the RSA
for driving tests due to the lack of distancing achievable.
- > The school car controls will be
sanitised properly
before and after each lesson using antibacterial wipes and spray.
- > The school car seats will
have a protective covering which will be sanitised before each lesson.
- > Hand sanitiser will be provided for use before
the lesson.
- > Safety gloves will be provided for use before
the lesson.
- > Wind deflectors are installed on car windows to enhance
smooth air ventilation.
- > Lesson payment - there is the
option to use Debit/Credit card instead of cash.
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To ensure the above safety measures are maintained in place at all times, lessons will
only be carried out in the Driving School car. Unfortunately until
further notice lessons cannot take place in the learner's car.
Should the learner experience any of the covid-19 symptoms prior to
a lesson - the HSE link below will help you to identify symptoms - or have come in
contact with a person diagnosed with or suspected of having covid-19, they
should not proceed with the lesson but give notice of
cancellation as early as possible.
The RSA refers you to the HSE coronavirus covid-19 Public Health
Advice and Guidance link below. Please review.
https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/coronavirus.html
Together lets stay safe
and protect each other.
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