MiDAS is applicable to any organisation that operates or uses minibuses, from small voluntary organisations operating a single vehicle, to local authorities operating large fleets of minibuses as well as schools, colleges & universities.

MiDAS has developed over the years from the initial minibus course to include Car & MPV, Passenger Assistant, Manual Handling and Minibus Fire & Evacuation courses. MiDAS drivers & their admin & management are actively encouraged to keep in touch with UK Road Safety so we can help with any advice or information you my need.

UK Road Safety are able to provide the full programme of MiDAS Training both in the Southwest and throughout the United Kingdom. All training provided by UK Road Safety including the MiDAS scheme incorporates ECO Training in both the theory and the practical elements of programmes.

MiDAS operates on a "cascade" approach. CTA has appointed a number of training agents, who provide training for minibus Driver Assessor/Trainers (DAT's) nominated from member organisations. A DAT can then assess the competence of other minibus drivers, and provide them with training on how to safely use a minibus.

Drivers who successfully complete the MiDAS assessment and training programme will receive a nationally recognised certificate valid for four years, as well as the option of obtaining the comprehensive "MiDAS Driver's Handbook".

Split the task - for example, one person could take on the responsibility for assessing drivers and another for training drivers, you can even enter into partnership with another organisation. Provided that all trainers and assessors are registered as DAT's, the split of the workload can be tailored to suit each situation.

If you are unable to identify people from within your own organisation there is another option - UK Road Safety are best placed to help you with undertaking this training while also providing ongoing support & guidance.

No, organisations joining MiDAS will only be required to make the following commitment:

• To assess and train all new drivers to the MiDAS standard from the date of joining
• To assess and train all existing drivers within a period of 12 months from that date (this may be extended in exceptional circumstances)
• To allow drivers holding MiDAS certificates issued by other organisations, to drive your minibuses without the need for re-assessment - although local insurance conditions will always have to be fulfilled, and vehicle familiarisations undertaken.