Traffic (Driving Schools,Driving Instructors and Driving Licences) Rules

Cap. 403

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LAWS OF KENYA

TRAFFIC ACT

TRAFFIC (DRIVING SCHOOLS,DRIVING INSTRUCTORS AND DRIVING LICENCES) RULES

CAP. 403

  • Published in Kenya Gazette Vol. CXXII—No. 50 on 20 March 2020
  • Commenced on 20 March 2020
  1. [Revised by 24th Annual Supplement (Legal Notice 221 of 2023) on 31 December 2022]

Part I – PRELIMINARY

1. Citation

These Rules may be cited as the Traffic (Driving Schools, Driving Instructors and Driving Licences) Rules.

2. Interpretation

In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires—"Appeals Board" means the Transport Licensing Appeals Board established under the National Transport and Safety Authority Act (Cap. 404);"branch driving school licence" means a licence issued by the Authority, that authorises its holder to set up or maintain a branch driving school;"Cabinet Secretary" means the Cabinet Secretary for the time being responsible for matters relating to transport;"certificate of competence" means a certificate issued by a driving test examiner that certifies that a person has passed a driving test;"curriculum" means the curriculum prescribed under rule 23;"domestic driving permit" means a document issued under the law of a foreign country, that authorises its holder to drive a motor vehicle of a specified class or description, in that country;"driving instructor" means a person who instructs, for gain or reward, engages or holds himself out as being willing to instruct;"driving school" means an establishment set up or maintained, for the purpose of offering instruction;"driving school licence" means a licence issued by the Authority, that authorises its holder to set up or maintain a driving school;"driving test" means a test conducted by a driving test examiner to determine the competence of a driver;"inspector" means a driving school inspector appointed under rule 15;"instruct" means the teaching of the theory or practice of driving a motor vehicle;"instructor's licence" means a licence issued by the Authority under regulation 16;"international driving permit" means a licence issued by the relevant authority of a country which is a party to the Geneva Convention on Road Traffic of 1926 or the United Nations Convention on Road Traffic of 1968 and conforms to Annex 7 of the United Nations Convention on Road Traffic of 1968;"learner" means a person who is under the instruction of a driving instructor or driving school;"licensing officer" means the person appointed as such by the Authority to issue a driving licence;"medical certificate" means a certificate signed by a medical practitioner registered in accordance with the Medical Practitioners' and Dentists' Act (Cap. 253) and accredited in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (CAP 236A);"proprietor" means the owner or a person who operates or manages a school;"provisional driving licence" means a provisional licence granted by the Authority to a learner, in order that the learner may be instructed to drive a category of motor vehicles which, if the learner had a driving licence, would entitle the learner to drive;"school" means a driving school or a branch driving school; and"vehicle inspection report" means a report made by a person authorized by the Authority, which states that pursuant to an inspection, the person is satisfied that the vehicle specified in the report is suitable to be used for instruction in the category specified therein.

3. Scope of application

These rules apply to driving schools, driving instructors, driver testing and the issuance of driving licences in Kenya.

Part II – DRIVING SCHOOLS

4. Licensing of schools

A person shall not conduct, maintain, operate or manage a school without a valid licence issued by the Authority under these Rules.

5. Application for a driving school licence

(1)The Authority shall issue a driving school licence in the categories specified the First Schedule.
(2)A proprietor of a driving school shall apply for a driving school licence in Form 1 set out in the First Schedule.
(3)An application made under subrule (2) shall be accompanied by—
(a)a copy of the certificate of registration of the applicant;
(b)a copy of the title, lease or rental agreement, of premises which the driving school intends to operate from;
(c)a list of driving instructors, including copies of their instructors' licences;
(d)a list of the equipment and facilities available at the premises of the proposed driving school, to be used for instructing the learners;
(e)a list of motor vehicles to be used by the school for instruction and their corresponding valid motor vehicle inspection certificates;
(f)a current comprehensive insurance cover with a driving school endorsement, for each of the motor vehicles specified under paragraph (e);
(g)payment of the prescribed fee; and
(h)such other information as the Authority may deem necessary for the consideration of the application.
(4)A proprietor who intends to vary the details specified on their driving school licence shall write a letter to the Authority indicating the details to be modified and shall pay the fees prescribed in the Second Schedule.

6. Issuance of a driving school licence

(1)In considering an application made under rule 5 and subject to the inspection conducted in accordance with rule 7, the Authority may—
(a)reject the application; or
(b)issue a driving school licence with or without special conditions.
(2)A driving school licence issued under this rule shall—
(a)be in Form 2 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)be endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.
(3)On receipt of the letter specified in rule 5(4), the Authority may—
(a)reject the proposed variation; or
(b)issue an amended driving school licence incorporating the proposed variation, with or without special conditions, to the proprietor.

7. Inspection of premises

(1)In considering an application made under rule 5 or 9, the Authority shall designate an inspector to carry out inspections of the premises referred to in the application to ascertain whether the premises are suitable and adequately equipped for the purposes of the proposed school.
(2)When conducting an inspection under subrule (1), the Authority shall consider the availability of—
(a)a reception area and waiting area;
(b)a management or administration office;
(c)a theory classroom with a minimum seating capacity of four students of which each student has a space of at least one metre square;
(d)toilets for both men and women;
(e)at least one model town board per theory classroom in the design approved by the Authority; and
(f)road sign posters in the design approved by the Authority.

8. Administration and staffing

(1)A school shall have a head driving instructor who shall—
(a)ensure the preparation of all teaching materials are according to the curriculum;
(b)oversee the preparation and conducting of all internal driving examinations; and
(c)oversee the application of driving tests for learners.
(2)A head driving instructor shall possess—
(a)a valid instructor's licence;
(b)a certificate of secondary education of a minimum grade of at least D minus, or an equivalent grade that is recognised in Kenya; and
(c)at least a certificate in computer studies or an equivalent qualification.
(3)A school, shall have at least one other driving instructor beside the head driving instructor.
(4)The proprietor shall perform all record keeping and reporting obligations of a school.

9. Branch driving school licence

(1)Where a proprietor intends to operate or manage a school at premises that are not specified in the driving school licence, the proprietor shall apply for a branch driving school licence in Form 1 set out in the First Schedule.
(2)An application made under subrule (1) shall be accompanied by—
(a)a copy of the certificate of registration of the applicant;
(b)a copy of the title, lease or rental agreement, of premises which the branch driving school intends to operate from;
(c)a list of driving instructors including copies of their driving instructors' licences;
(d)a list of the equipment and facilities available at the proposed branch driving school to be used for instructing the learners;
(e)a list of vehicles to be used by the branch driving school for instruction and their corresponding valid motor vehicle inspection certificates;
(f)a current comprehensive insurance cover with a driving school endorsement, for each of the vehicles listed under paragraph (e);
(g)payment of the prescribed fee; and
(h)such other information as the Authority may deem necessary for the consideration of the application.
(3)In considering an application made under subrule (1) and subject to the inspection conducted in accordance with rule 7, the Authority may—
(a)reject the application; or
(b)issue a branch driving school licence, with or without special conditions.
(4)A branch driving school licence issued under this rule shall be—
(a)in Form 2 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.
(5)A proprietor who intends to vary the details specified on their branch driving school licence shall write a letter to the Authority indicating the details to be modified and shall pay the fees prescribed in the Second Schedule.
(6)On receipt of the letter specified in subrule (5), the Authority may—
(a)reject the proposed variation; or
(b)issue an amended branch driving school licence incorporating the proposed variation, with or without special conditions, to the proprietor.

10. Restriction on licensed schools

(1)Only the premises specified in a driving school licence or a branch driving school licence, shall authorise the use of those premises as a school.
(2)A driving school licence or a branch driving school licence is not transferable.
(3)Each branch driving school shall be licensed separately from the driving school it is associated with.
(4)A driving school licence or a branch driving school licence, shall be valid for one year.

11. Documents to be displayed

A school shall prominently display in its training premises—
(a)its driving school licence or branch driving school licence, issued by the Authority;
(b)copies of the driving instructors' licences of all the instructors employed by the school; and
(c)the regular working hours of the school.

12. Records and reports kept by a school

(1)A proprietor shall maintain a record and a report, of the business activities of the school, on paper and in electronic format, in a secure location for a period of at least two years.
(2)The record or report kept under paragraph (1), shall include—
(a)a copy of the instructors' licences of all the instructors employed by the school;
(b)a copy of the insurance, maintenance and inspection records of all the school's motor vehicles;
(c)an attendance register of learners instructed by the school; and
(d)all internal driving examinations conducted.
(3)A school shall ensure that the record or report kept under paragraph (1), is available to the Authority whenever the Authority requests.
(4)A school shall by the thirty-first date of January, in every year, submit to the Authority on paper and in electronic format, an annual report of the activities of the school, for the immediately preceding calendar year.
(5)A school shall notify the Authority of an accident involving its motor vehicle resulting in a fatality, within twenty-four hours of when the accident occurs.

13. Restrictions on advertising by schools

(1)A school shall not guarantee or assure a learner, success in acquiring a driver's licence, when the school publishes or advertises for enrolment of learners.
(2)A proprietor or a representative, agent or employee of a school, shall not engage in conduct or make a representation, that implies that the issuance of a driving licence, or any other service offered by Authority, may be obtained, other than in accordance with the law.
(3)A proprietor or a representative, agent or employee of a school, shall not solicit, accept or collect, money or anything of value, to secure the issuance of a driving licence, other than in accordance with these Rules.
(4)A validly licensed school shall exhibit on a conspicuous place within its premises, a sign that reads: "THIS SCHOOL IS LICENSED BY THE NATIONAL TRANSPORT AND SAFETY AUTHORITY" and may advertise that fact.

14. Driving school inspectors

(1)The Authority shall appoint such number of driving school inspectors as it may consider necessary for the proper administration of these Rules.
(2)An inspector may—
(a)enter the premises of a school during the regular hours of business of the school to—
(i)examine books, records, vehicles or other equipment used by or pertaining to the school; or
(ii)ascertain the standard of instruction given by the school; and
(b)accompany a driving instructor engaged in giving instruction to a learner, on behalf of a school, to examine and report on the standard of instructions given by the instructor; and
(c)perform inspection of premises upon an application for or renewal of, a driving school licence or branch driving school licence.
(3)During an inspection, the proprietor or head instructor shall cooperate with the inspector and shall on request, produce student records, instructional material and any other items necessary to complete the inspection.

15. Suspension, revocation or variation of a driving school licence or branch driving school licence

(1)The Authority may suspend, revoke or vary the terms or conditions, of a driving school licence or branch driving school licence, if—
(a)the instruction given at the school does not adhere to, or is not based on, the curriculum;
(b)a motor vehicle being used by the school for a purpose specified in the school's licence, is not suitable for that purpose;
(c)the school employs or allows, a person who does not possess a valid instructor's licence, to instruct the learners;
(d)the proprietor has, within three years preceding the inspection, been convicted, at least twice, of an offence, under these Rules or the revoked Rules; or
(e)the school contravenes these Rules.
(2)Before exercising any of the powers conferred under subrule (1), the Authority shall—
(a)give the proprietor written reasons for the proposed decision under subrule (1);
(b)give the proprietor an opportunity to make a representation concerning the proposed decision under subrule (1); and
(c)consider any representation made under paragraph (b).
(3)The Authority shall immediately notify the proprietor or of their decision made under subrule (1).
(4)Within seven days of the date of receipt of the notification issued under subrule (3), the proprietor shall surrender the school's driving school licence or branch driving school licence, to the Authority.

Part III – DRIVING INSTRUCTORS

16. Licensing of driving instructors

(1)A driving instructor shall not instruct unless he has a valid instructor's licence.
(2)This rule shall not apply to a driving instructor who instructs solely by—
(a)a contribution made by him to an article in a periodical publication; or
(b)an advertisement made by or on behalf of, the proprietor.

17. Qualifications of driving instructors

A licensed driving instructor shall—
(a)possess a valid driving licence which entitles him to drive a motor vehicle of the category of motor vehicles that he intends to give instruction in,
(b)have held the driving licence referred to in paragraph (a) for a continuous period of at least four years immediately prior to the date when he applies for an instructor's licence;
(c)have passed a driving instructor's test; and
(d)a certificate of secondary education of a minimum grade of at least D minus, or an equivalent grade, that is recognised in Kenya.

18. Application for and issuance of an instructor's licence

(1)A person may apply to the Authority, for an instructor's licence in Form 3 set out in the First Schedule.
(2)An application made under subrule (1) shall be accompanied by—
(a)the fees prescribed in the Second Schedule;
(b)a copy of the applicant's identity card or any other valid identification document;
(c)a valid certificate of good conduct;
(d)the original and a copy of the applicant's valid driving licence;
(e)a duly completed medical certificate in Form 4 set out in the Fifth Schedule; and
(f)a copy of a certificate of secondary education of a minimum grade of at least D minus, or an equivalent grade, that is recognised in Kenya.
(3)In considering an application made under subrule (1) the Authority may—
(a)based on the reasons specified in rule 22, reject the application; or
(b)issue an instructor's licence, with or without special conditions.
(4)An instructor's licence issued under this rule shall—
(a)be in Form 5 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)be endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.
(5)An instructor's licence shall be valid for one year from the date of issue.
(6)A driving instructor who intends to vary the details specified on their instructor's licence shall write a letter to the Authority indicating the details to be modified and shall pay the fees prescribed in the Second Schedule.
(7)On receipt of the letter specified in subrule (5), the Authority may—
(a)reject the proposed variation; or
(b)issue an amended instructor's licence incorporating the proposed variation, with or without special conditions, to the driving instructor.

19. Driving instructors' register

(1)The Authority shall maintain a driving instructors' register.
(2)The register under subrule (1) shall contain—
(a)the unique identifying number allotted to each instructor's licence issued;
(b)each licensed driving instructor's—
(i)identity card or passport details; and
(ii)category of instructing;
(c)whether of each instructor's licence has been suspended, revoked or varied; and
(d)the conditions imposed on any instructor's licence.

20. Obligations of a driving instructor

(1)A driving instructor shall carry his instructor's licence at all times when giving instruction.
(2)A driving instructor shall produce his instructor's licence when requested by an authorized officer of the Authority or a police officer.
(3)A driving instructor shall not instruct on any category of a motor vehicle which is not indicated in his instructor's licence.

21. Record kept by driving instructors

(1)A driving instructor shall keep records of each learner whom the driving instructor gives instruction.
(2)The records kept under subrule (1) shall include the—
(a)name, identity number and address of the learner;
(b)duration of lesson, including the dates and time on each day on instructing; and
(c)total number of training hours in respect of each learner.
(3)A driving instructor shall maintain the records under subrule (1) for a period of one year after the learner has completed his lessons.

22. Suspension, revocation or varying the terms of an instructor's licence

(1)The Authority may suspend, revoke, vary the terms of, or decline to issue, an instructor's licence if—
(a)instruction given by a driving instructor does not adhere to or is not based on the curriculum;
(b)a driving instructor is incapable of giving proper instruction;
(c)a driving instructor engages in a fraudulent or corrupt practice in securing a driving licence for a learner;
(d)during the validity of the licence, the driving instructor is convicted, on more than two occasions, of an offence under these Rules,
(e)a driving instructor ceases to hold a valid driving licence;
(f)during the giving of instruction, the driving instructor has consumed intoxicating liquor;
(g)any of the conditions of the instructor's licence has not been complied with; or
(h)the driving instructor contravenes the Act or these Rules.
(2)Before suspending, revoking, varying the terms of or declining to issue, an instructor's licence, the Authority shall—
(a)state the driving instructor written reasons for the proposed decision under subrule (1);
(b)give the driving instructor an opportunity to make representations concerning the proposed decision under subrule (1); and
(c)consider any representations made under paragraph (b).
(3)The Authority shall immediately notify a driving instructor when it suspends, revokes, varies the terms of, or declines to issue, his instructor's licence.
(4)Within seven days of the date of receipt of the notification issued under subrule (3), the driving instructor shall surrender his instructor's licence to the Authority.
(5)The Authority shall record its decision under subrule (1) in the driving instructors register.
(6)A person who is aggrieved by the decision of the Authority under subrule (3) may appeal to the Appeals Board.

Part IV – DRIVING INSTRUCTION

23. Curriculum

The curriculum set out in the Fourth Schedule shall be used—
(a)the training and testing driving instructors; and
(b)the giving of instruction learners and testing of drivers.

24. Motor vehicles used by a school

(1)A motor vehicle that a school uses in instructing a learner shall—
(a)be of a category specified in the driving licence or branch driving licence;
(b)contain the registration details specified, at the time of use, in the driving school licence or branch driving school licence;
(c)be in good mechanical condition and roadworthy;
(d)be comprehensively insured with a school endorsement; and
(e)have a valid annual motor vehicle inspection certificate.
(2)A motor vehicle referred to in subrule (1), other than a motorcycle or invalid carriage, shall—
(a)be equipped with a minimum dual control facility of the brakes and clutch for manual transmission, or dual brakes for automatic transmission;
(b)have side mirrors constructed and fitted to enable the learner, at all times, to view the rear of the motor vehicle;
(c)is equipped with flashing indicators in operating condition;
(d)has a fire extinguisher of at least one kilogram in weight;
(e)has a first aid kit;
(f)exhibits the name of the school; and
(g)is marked in such a manner as to be clearly visible from a distance of at least twenty metres, from the front and rear of the motor vehicle, with the expressions—
(i)"CAUTION—DRIVER UNDER INSTRUCTION"; and
(ii)"L".
(3)In this rule "use" means used by a school for the purpose of giving instruction to a learner and a motor vehicle shall be deemed to be used when a learner of the driving school is present in the driver's seat of the vehicle.

25. Unauthorized driving instructors

(1)A proprietor shall not permit a driving instructor who does not possess a valid instructor's licence to instruct a learner.
(2)A proprietor or driving instructor shall not arrange for, allow or conduct, a practical driving lesson on a public road unless the learner under instruction possesses a valid provisional driving licence.

26. Instructing a learner

(1)Where a learner is undergoing a practical driving lesson, the driving instructor shall ensure that—
(a)if the learner doesn't object, not more than one passenger may be present in the motor vehicle; and
(b)where the motor vehicle is not designed for passengers, no passenger shall be present in that motor vehicle.
(2)In this rule "passenger" means a person, other than the driving instructor and the learner under instruction steering the vehicle, but does not include an inspector travelling in the motor vehicle in the course of his duties.
(3)Where a driving instructor contravenes subrule (1), he commits an offence and shall be liable, on conviction, to a fine not exceeding two thousand shillings in respect of each passenger.

Part V – DRIVING LICENCES AND DRIVING TESTS

27. Provisional driving licences

(1)A person who intends to be instructed in respect of a category of motor vehicles shall apply for a provisional driving licence, in Form 6 set out in the Fourth Schedule.
(2)An application under subrule (1) shall be accompanied by the prescribed fee.
(3)In considering an application made under subrule (1) the Authority may—
(a)reject the application; or
(b)issue a provisional driving licence, with or without special conditions.
(4)A provisional driving licence issued under subrule (3) (b) shall—
(a)be in Form 7 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)be endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.
(5)A provisional driving licence shall be valid for three months but maybe renewed for a further period of three months on payment of the prescribed fee.

28. Restrictions on holders of provisional driving licences

A person who possesses a provisional driving licence shall—
(a)carry his provisional driving licence;
(b)have a driving instructor present;
(c)exhibit the "L" plate at a place visible from a distance of at least twenty metres, from the front and rear of the motor vehicle;
(d)have a zero-blood alcohol concentration;
(e)not tow a trailer or vehicle; and
(f)subject to rule 26, not carry more than one passenger, at all times while under instruction.

29. Internal test

(1)A driving school shall conduct an internal test of the learner before making an application under rule 30.
(2)A driving school shall only endorse an application for a driving test for a learner who has passed the internal driving examination administered under subrule (1).
(3)The internal driving examination under subrule (1) shall test the learner's—
(a)theoretical knowledge;
(b)practical driving skills;
(c)knowledge of traffic rules and highway code; and
(d)knowledge on road safety principles and procedures.

30. Application for driving tests

(1)A driving school may apply to the Authority for a driving test on behalf of learner who has enrolled in the school.
(2)Notwithstanding subrule (1),—
(a)a person who possesses a domestic driving permit or licence, for the purpose of converting it to a Kenyan driving licence; or
(b)a driver who has been ordered to take a fresh driving test,
may apply for a driving test on their own.
(3)A person shall apply for a driving test under this rule in Form 6 set out in the First Schedule.
(4)An application for a driving test shall be accompanied by a duly completed medical certificate in Form 4 set out in the First Schedule.
(5)A driving school shall provide a vehicle in roadworthy condition and of the category specified in the application made under subrule (1), for the purposes of the driving test.
(6)An applicant under subrule (2) shall provide a vehicle in roadworthy condition and of the category specified in the application made under subrule (2), for the purposes of the driving test.

31. Authority's driving tests

(1)Pursuant to an application made under rule 30, the Authority shall conduct a driving test that shall consist of—
(a)a theoretical driving test;
(b)a test for knowledge in the highway code and traffic signs;
(c)a test for knowledge on road safety principles and procedures; and
(d)a practical driving test which shall be conducted over a minimum distance of two kilometres.
(2)The Authority shall issue a certificate of competence in Form 8 set out in the First Schedule to a driver who has passed the driving test under subrule (1).

32. Driving test register

The Authority shall maintain a driving tests register which shall contain—
(a)the name and address of each applicant for a driving test;
(b)the serial number of each driving test application form;
(c)the date on which each driving test was administered;
(d)the result of each driving test that was administered; and
(e)the number of each certificate of competence issued and the category of vehicles to which it relates.

33. Interim driving licences

(1)A student who has passed the driving test under rule 31, may apply for an interim driving licence in Form 6 set out in the First Schedule.
(2)In considering an application made under subrule (1) the Authority may—
(a)reject the application; or
(b)issue an interim driving licence with or without special conditions.
(3)An interim driving licence issued under subrule (2)(b) shall—
(a)be in Form 7 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)be endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.
(4)Subject to subrule (5), an interim driving licence shall authorize the person who has it to drive a motor vehicle the category named therein.
(5)An interim licence shall be valid for six months.
(6)The Authority shall issue a driving licence in Form 7 set out in the Fifth Schedule, to a person who has an interim licence, within six months of the date of issuing the interim driving licence.

34. Categories of driving licences

A driving licence shall be classified into the categories set out in the Third Schedule.

35. Application and renewal of driving licence

A driving licence shall be issued in Form 7 set out in the First Schedule shall be renewed after every three years upon—
(a)an application for a driving licence in Form 6 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)payment of the fees set out in the Second Schedule.

36. Medical certificate to accompany application for a driving licence

An application under rule 35 must be accompanied by a duly filled medical certificate in Form 4 set out in the First Schedule.

37. Domestic driving permits

(1)A licence or permit under subrule (2) shall be deemed to be a valid driving licence in respect of the category of a motor vehicle for which the licence or permit is issued, and throughout the period of its validity, except where otherwise specified.
(2)A licence or permit referred to in subrule (1) includes—
(a)a valid driving licence or driving permit issued in Uganda, Tanzania or Ethiopia;
(b)a service driving permit issued by a naval, army or air force authority of a foreign country, but only for the purpose of driving a motor vehicle of the naval, army or air force authority, on duty and subject to the licence or permit being issued and used in compliance with any regulations or instructions in force in relation thereto;
(c)an international driving permit issued by a contracting State to the Geneva Convention on Road Traffic of 1926 or the United Nations Convention on Road Traffic of 1968 and held by a person resident outside Kenya provided that the international driving permit is accompanied with the valid domestic driving licence or permit for the country in which it is issued from; and
(d)a domestic driving permit issued to a person resident outside Kenya, which shall be valid only for a period of ninety days from the date of the holder's entry into Kenya.

38. International driving permits

(1)An application for an international driving permit shall be in Form 9 set out in the First Schedule and shall be made to the Authority and accompanied by the prescribed fees.
(2)In considering an application made under subrule (1) the Authority may—
(a)reject the application; or
(b)issue an international driving permit with or without special conditions.
(3)An international driving permit issued under subrule (2) (b) shall—
(a)be in a booklet in Form 10 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)be endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.
(4)A person applying for an international driving permit must possess a valid Kenyan driving licence.
(5)A person who is aggrieved by the decision of the Authority under subrule (2) may appeal to the Appeals Board.

39. Translation of domestic driving permits

(1)The Authority shall require a translation of a domestic driving permit, issued to a person resident outside Kenya, which is not accompanied by an international driving permit where—
(a)the domestic driving permit is not in English; or
(b)the domestic driving permit does not conform to Annex 6 of the Convention on Road Traffic of 8th November 1968.
(2)An English translation of a domestic driving permit under subrule (1), may be prepared by—
(a)a Kenyan motoring organization recognized by the Authority;
(b)an internationally recognized motoring organization of the State that issued the driving permit or licence;
(c)an official agency of the State that issued the driving permit or licence; or
(d)a consulate or embassy of the ate that issued the driving permit or licence.

40. Non-validity of domestic driving permits

A domestic driving permit, issued to a person resident outside Kenya, shall not entitle the driver mentioned therein to drive a motor vehicle in Kenya where—
(a)the domestic driving permit is a learner permit or any other form of a provisional driving licence;
(b)the driver has not reached the minimum age required in Kenya, for the category in question;
(c)the driver was a resident of Kenya at the time the driver obtained the domestic driving permit; or
(d)the driver has been disqualified in the State that issued the domestic driving permit.

41. Conversion of domestic driving permits

(1)A domestic driving permit of a category of a motor vehicle that corresponds to category A or B, set out in the Third Schedule, shall apply in Form 11 set out in the First Schedule, for the domestic driving permit to be converted to a Kenyan driving licence.
(2)The application for a conversion under subrule (1) shall be accompanied by the prescribed fee and—
(a)the valid domestic driving permit;
(b)an English translation, if the domestic driving permit is not in English;
(c)a copy of an alien certificate, identity card or letter of acknowledgment from the consulate or embassy of the State that issued the driving permit or licence, if the applicant is a person in the foreign Diplomatic service; and
(d)a copy of the valid passport.
(3)In considering an application made under subrule (1) the Authority may—
(a)reject the application; or
(b)issue a driving licence with or without special conditions.
(4)A driving licence issued under subrule (3)(b) shall—
(a)be in Form 7 set out in the First Schedule; and
(b)be endorsed with any special conditions attached to the licence.

42. Power to suspend or revoke a driving licence or order a fresh driving test

(1)The Authority may, on the application of a police officer, of at least the rank of superintendent, or on its own motion—
(a)suspend or revoke, an endorsement on the driving licence of a public service vehicle or a commercial vehicle, for a driver of a motor vehicle that was involved in an accident that resulted in a fatality, pending the determination of the criminal proceedings instituted pursuant to that accident;
(b)suspend or revoke, an endorsement of a public service vehicle or a commercial vehicle, for any driver of a public service vehicle or commercial vehicle, who has consumed an intoxicating substance within the preceding six months;
(c)order a fresh driving test, in the case of a driver who in the opinion of the officer is driving recklessly, carelessly or whose driving competence is in doubt, and if the driver fails the driving test, revoke his driving licence.
(2)The driving licence of a driver who has been ordered to undertake a fresh driving test shall be suspended until the driver successfully completes the driving test.
(3)A driver who drives a motor vehicle while his driving licence is suspended under this rule, commits an offence.

Part VI – MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

43. Appeals

(1)A person who is aggrieved by a decision of the Authority under these Rules may, within thirty days of receipt of the notification of such decision, appeal to the Appeals Board.
(2)Subrule (1) shall not apply to a person who is aggrieved by a decision of the Authority under these Rules in respect of a driving licence or a decision made pursuant to rule 43(1)(b).

44. False statements

Any person who makes any statement which, to his knowledge, is false or is misleading in respect of any information lawfully required under these Rules, commits an offence.

45. General penalty

(1)A person who commits an offence under these Rules for which no penalty has been provided, is liable, on conviction, to fine of at least twenty thousand shillings or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months, or to both.
(2)Notwithstanding subrule (1), a person who is convicted for an offence under these Rules may be subject to an administrative action by the Authority.

46. Transitional provisions

(1)A person who, before the commencement of these Rules, held a valid driving school licence or an instructor's licence, shall, within six months after the commencement of these Rules or otherwise upon the expiry of the licence, whichever is earlier, apply for a new driving school licence or instructor's licence, in accordance with these Rules.
(2)A person referred to under subrule (1) may continue to operate in accordance with the terms of their licence while the Authority considers an application relating to that licence, that the person has made.
(3)A person who is an inspector or a driving test examiner under the revoked Rules, shall cease to act as an inspector or a driving test examiner, ninety days after the commencement of the Rules unless the person is appointed an inspector or a driving test examiner, by the Authority.

47. Revocation of L.N. No 81 of 2018

The Traffic (Driving Schools, Driving Instructors and Driving Licences) Rules, 2018 (L.N. 81/2018) are hereby revoked.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

FIRST SCHEDULE

FORMS

FORM 1 (r. 5(2), 9(1))
   

APPLICATION FORM FOR A DRIVING SCHOOL LICENCE/BRANCH DRIVING SCHOOL LICENCE*

*fill separate form for branchA. DRIVING SCHOOL LICENCE CATEGORYTick one.Class A - All categories of vehicles.Class B - Motor Cars not exceeding 3,500 kgs and motorcyclesClass C - Motorcylces.
B. DETAILS OF SCHOOL.Check One:Proprieter ☐ Partnership ☐ Company ☐Name...............................................Physical Address of School..............................................E-mail Address:................................. Cell Phone No:. ...........................Physical location of maneuvering yard....................................List Proprietor, Partnersor all Officers, Directors, and Shareholders below:NAME ADDRESS TITLE DOB......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................List below all licensed instructors employed by the applicant:NAME NUMBER ADDRESS DOB LICENCE....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................List all other employees including Head Instructor, Agents Clerks or others who will represent the applicant below:NAME POSITION QUALIFICATIONS....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................List all vehicles used by the applicant for instruction purposes below:YEAR MAKE REGISTRATION................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Equipment and facilities available at proposed school
NOITEMNOT AVAILABLENOT AVAILABLE
1Management Office  
2Reception/ secretary office  
3Availability of Toilets for both gender  
4Theory Room with sufficient seating capacity for a minimum of four students of which each has a space of at least one metres square  
5Training vehicles/ machines  
6Teaching Aids Road Signs & Chart  
7Curriculum Book  
8Learner's handbooks  
9Schemes of work and lesson plans  
10Model Town Board  
11Student attendance register  
12Safety Equipment (fire extinguisher, first aid box)  
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:Tick if provided.☐ an original and copy of the certificate of registration of the applicant;☐ a title, lease or rental agreement of premises from which the driving school intends to operate from;☐ Samples of lesson plans;☐ a list of driving instructors including copies of their driving instructors' licences;☐ vehicle inspection report dated not earlier than one month prior to the date of the application, for every motor vehicle listed to be used in school. Copy of Curriculum (to be returned to applicant).☐ current comprehensive insurance cover for all the vehicles with a driver training school endorsement; and

(FOR OFFICE USE ONLY)

SITE INSPECTION REPORT:______________________________________________________________________________DATE INSPECTED_________________________________
   
   
   
FORM 2 (rr. 6(2)(a), 9(4)(a).)
   

DRIVING SCHOOL LICENCE/BRANCH DRIVING SCHOOL LICENCE

School ID.............INFORMATIONName of the proprietorTitle:_________________________________First Name: _________________ Middle Name: ______________________Surname Name: _______________________Name of driving school ________________________Is hereby authorised to establish and maintain a driving school at;Street ____________ County _____________Region ______________________subject to the following conditions—
(i)Instruction may be given only in respect of the driving of motor vehicle Category(ies) __________________
(ii)Practical instruction in the driving shall only be given on the following vehicles under the instructions of any of the driving instructors in the attached list.
No.Registration numberMake and ModelType of bodyNo. of the Comprehensive CoverInspection Details(No.)
      
      
      
(iii)The training vehicles should be comprehensively insured and have valid inspections
(iv)The school must have the following driving instructor(s) licensed for the class they wish to train
No.NameID No.Instructor's Licence No/ NTSA no.Classes licensed to train
     
     
     
This licence is valid for a period of 12 months from the date of issue or renewal.Expiry Date...............Date of Issue.............Total Licence fee........
FORM 3 ((r. 18(1))
   

APPLICATION FORM FOR AN INSTRUCTOR'S LICENCE

FOR OFFICIAL USE

Part 1 - APPLICANT (To be completed by applicant)

A. CANDIDATES'S INFORMATIONDetails of candidateTitle: ________________ Surname: ________________Forename ___________________Address: ____________ Post code ________ Town ____________Date of birth: _______________ E-mail address ______________Mobile No ____________________Driving Licence No: __________ Date of issue _________________Driving Categories ______________B. CATEGORIES OF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR'S LICENCETest category ☐ (please tick the type of vehicle you wish to be licensed to instruct).
Category A ☐Category B ☐Category C ☐
Category D ☐Category E ☐Category F ☐
Category G ☐  
C. HEALTH INFORMATION.Health Declaration-by the Applicant
  YESNO
1Do you have any illness, injury or other medical condition that may affect your ability to drive  
2Do you have any illness, injury or other medical condition that may affect your ability to drive  
3Have you ever had or been told by a health professional that you have had any of following?  
 (a)Do you have reduced distant vision in any eye  
 (b)Difficult to see in dim light (night blindness)  
 (c)Double vision  
 (d)Reduced neck movement  
 (e)Dizziness, problems with balance  
 (f)Limited movement of arms and limbs  
 (g)Stroke  
 (h)Heart attack  
 (i)Diabetes  
 (j)Abnormal shortness of breath  
 (k)Seizures, fits , convulsions, epilepsy  
 (l)Snoring problems with restless sleep and daytime tiredness.  
 (m)Psychiatric illness or nervous disorder  
 (n)Sudden involuntary sleep attacks  
4Do you use any drugs or medications prescribed by a health profession  
I declare that I have read all my answers I have given to the questions on this Form about my personal details and that the answers given by me about my personal and health details are complete, true and correct. I understand that it is a criminal offence to make false declaration regarding my health to obtain a driving licence and can lead to prosecution.I understand that my medical records can be disclosure to any authorized party for the purpose of providing or renewing a driving licence.D. DECLARATION.I declare that I have read all the answers I have given to the questions in this application and that the answers given by me are complete, true and correct in every detail.I understand that if I have stated anything that is false or misleading, the licence granted to me as a result of this application will be absolutely void and have no legal effect whatsoever.I understand that I may be prosecuted for giving or stating facts or misleading information or documents.I also declare that the information I have given on my fitness to drive, is to the best of my knowledge, true and correct.Date ______________
  
  
FORM 4 (r. 18(2)(e),30(4), 36)
   

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE FOR DRIVERS/PROSPECTIVE DRIVERS/DRIVING INSTRUCTORS

NAME...............................................DATE...............................................Sex M ☐ F ☐ Age ........................ Licence category ...................
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
SECTION A: VISUAL ASSESMENTThe applicant visual condition is ☐ Suitable ☐ Not suitableReasons (if not suitable)........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SECTION B: HEARING ASSESSMENTThe applicant hearing condition is ☐ Suitable ☐ Not suitableReasons (if not suitable)........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SECTION C: GENERAL BODY ASSSESSMENTThe applicant hearing condition is ☐ Suitable ☐ Not suitableReasons (if not suitable)........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SECTION D: OVERALL REMARKSMeets the relevant medical criteria - FIT TO DRIVEDoes not meet the relevant medical criteria - NOT FIT TO DRIVERemarks ..................................................................................Medical Practitioner's Name ...................................................................Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services Number...................................................................Medical Practitioners' & Dentists Board Registration Number ...........................................Signature ..................................................................................Date ..................................................................................
   
   
FORM 5 (r. 18(4)(a))
   

INSTRUCTOR'S LICENCE

REF NO; INS........Title: ______________First Name: ______________Middle Name:______________Surname Name: ______________ID Number ______________DL No: ______________ Class(es): ______________Date of licence ______________Endorsement ______________ Date of Endorsement ______________The above named person is hereby authorized to conduct instruction (both theory and practical) on driving of motor vehicles class (es)...........Valid from: Date .......Month...... Year.......Expiring on: Date ...... Month..... Year......
  
  
  
FORM 6 (( r. 27(1), 30(3), 33(1), 35(a), 38 (1) )
   

APPLICATION FORM FOR DRIVING TESTS/DRIVING LICENCES/INTERIM DRIVING LICENCES

FOR OFFICIAL USE

Part 1 – CANDIDATE (To be completed by candidate)

CANDIDATE INFORMATIONDetails of candidateTitle: ______________ Surname: ______________ Forename ______________Address: ______________ Post code ______________ Town ______________Date of birth:______________ E-mail Address ______________Mobile No ______________A. HEALTH INFORMATION.

Health Declaration-by the Applicant

  YESNO
1Do you have any illness, injury or other medical condition that may affect your ability to drive  
2Do you have any illness, injury or other medical condition that may affect your ability to drive  
3Have you ever had or been told by a health professional that you have had any of following?  
 (a)Do you have reduced distant vision in any eye  
 (b)Difficult to see in dim light (night blindness)  
 (c)Double vision  
 (d)Reduced neck movement  
 (e)Dizziness, problems with balance  
 (f)Limited movement of arms and limbs  
 (g)Stroke  
 (h)Heart attack  
 (i)Diabetes  
 (j)Abnormal shortness of breath  
 (k)Seizures, fits , convulsions, epilepsy  
 (l)Snoring problems with restless sleep and daytime tiredness.  
 (m)Psychiatric illness or nervous disorder  
 (n)Sudden involuntary sleep attacks  
4Do you use any drugs or medications prescribed by a health profession  
I declare that I have read all my answers I have given to the questions on this Form about my personal details and that the answers given by me about my personal and health details are complete, true and correct. I understand that it is a criminal offence to make false declaration regarding my health to obtain a driving licence and can lead to prosecution.I understand that my medical records can be disclosure to any authorized party for the purpose of providing or renewing a driving licence.C. DRIVING LICENCETest category (please state the type of vehicle you wish to be tested in)D. TRAINING.Have you completed Compulsory Basic Training? Yes ☐ No ☐What is the total number of theory classes attended? _____________________ (Hours)What is the total number of practical classes taken? _____________________ (Hours)E. DECLARATION.I declare that I have read all the answers I have given to the questions in this application and that the answers given by me are complete, true and correct in every detail.I understand that if I have stated anything that is false or misleading, the driver licence granted to me as a result of this application will be absolutely void and have no legal effect whatsoever.I understand that I may be prosecuted for giving or stating facts or misleading information or documents.I also declare that the information I have given on my fitness to drive, is to the best of my knowledge, true and correct.Date _____________________
  
  

Part 2 – DRIVING SCHOOL (To be completed by a driving school)

A. DRIVING SCHOOL INFORMATIONName of Driving School:Driving School Licence No: _____________________________ Address: ___________________________Post code _________________ Town _________________ Physical address: ______________________E-mail address _____________________ Tel No ___________________________________Mobile No ____________________________B. INSTRUCTION GIVEN.Details of Driving InstructorName: ______________________________Instructor's Licence No:______________Address: __________________________ Postcode _____________________Town: ______________________________E-mail address _______________ Tel No _________________Mobile _________________________Has candidate passed internal driving examination administered by the driving school?No ☐Yes ☐C. DECLARATION.I declare that I have read all the answers I have given to the questions in this application and that the answers given by me are complete, true and correct in every detail.I understand that if I have stated anything that is false or misleading, the Driving School licence granted will be absolutely suspended, varied or revoked by the Authority.I understand that I may be prosecuted for giving or stating facts or misleading information or documents.I also declare that the information I have given on my fitness to drive, is to the best of my knowledge, true and correct.I further declare as follows—
1.The Candidate has undertaken the minimum number and hours of both theory and practical lessons as per the curriculum.
2.The instruction given is based on the curriculum approved by the AuthoritySigned on behalf of the Driving School ___________________________Name: _________________________________Title: ____________________________Stamp: ___________________ Date ____________________
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
FORM 7 (r. 27(4)(a), 33(3)(a), 33(6), 35, 41(4)(a))
   

DRIVING LICENCE/INTERIM DRIVING LICENCE/PROVISIONAL DRIVING LICENCE

Title: __________________________________________________________________________First Name: ______________________________ Middle Name: _________________________Surname ___________________________________ Name: _______________________________ID Number ______________________________Is hereby Licensed to drive motor vehicles of Category ...........................From................... Date of ......................... Month of .................. Year toExpiring on: .................. Date of .................... Month of ................. YearDate...........................................Driving School................................Instructor's Licence Number...................
   
FORM 8 (r. 31(2))

CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

To the RegistrarI hereby certify that, after examination ofTitle:___________________________________First Name: _____________________________________ Middle Name: __________________________Surname Name: ________________________________________ID Number: ___________________________________________Who held Test Application Form No: TDB- ............... Dated ................ is certified and competent to drive on roads a motor vehicle of the Category(ies) of Motor Vehicle ________________________Dated__________________________
   
   
   
   
FORM 9 (r.38(1))

APPLICATION FOR AN INTERNATIONAL DRIVING PERMIT

DETAILS OF APPLICANTTITLE _________________SURNAME_________________OTHER NAMES_________________
ADDRESSPOST CODETOWN
DATE OF BIRTHPLACE OF BIRTHMOBILE NO
E-MAIL ADDRESSNATIONALITYDRIVING LICENCE NUMBER
COUNTRIES PERMIT REQUIRED
   
FORM 10 (r. 38(3)(a))
INTERNATIONAL DRIVING PERMITNo...................................From: ................Date of......................... Month......................Year toExpiring on:............................Date of...............Month of..............Year(Insert Seal and Authorised Signature of the Authority)Page 1 of 4 (Outside of front cover)
This permit is not valid for the territory of:...........................................................................................................................................................................................................It is valid for the territories of all the other Contracting Parties on condition that it is presented with the corresponding domestic driving permit.Is hereby Licensed to drive motor vehicles of Category ...........................This permit shall cease to be valid in the territory of another Contracting Party if its holder establishes his normal residence there.Page 4 of 4 (Inside of front cover)
PARTICULARS CONCERNING THE DRIVERTitle: __________________________First Name: __________________ Middle Name: _________________Surname Name: __________________________ID Number: __________________________Address: ____________ Postal code ____________ Town ____________Date of birth: __________________________ Email address __________________________Mobile No __________________________
CATEGORIES AND SUBCATEGORIES OF VEHICLES, WITH THE CORRESPONDING CODES, FOR WHICH THE PERMIT IS VALID
Category code/PictogramSubcategory code/Pictogram
AA1
BB1
BE 
CC1
CEC1E
DD1
DED1E
Restrictive Conditions of Use1 ..................2. ..................

Page 2 of 4 (Left hand page)

(Insert Stamp or seal of the Authority on the authorised category)(Insert Stamp or seal of the Authority on the authorised category)(Insert a photograph of the driver)
AA1(Insert Stamp or seal of the Authority)......................(Signature of the holder)
BB1
BE 
CC1
CEC1E
DD1
DED1E
 
DISQUALIFICATIONS:The holder is deprived of the right to drive in the territory ofI.............................................(Insert the name of the State)At.................................................From...................Date of...............................Month of .............. YearTo.......................Date of..............................Month of..................Year(Insert Stamp or seal of the authority which has invalidated the permit in its territory.)2....................................(Insert the name of the State)At................................................From:....................... Date of.......................Month of..................YearTo:..........................Date of....................... Month of................... Year(Insert Stamp or seal of the authority which has invalidated the permit in its territory)Page 3 of 4 (Right hand page)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
FORM 11 ( r. 41(1))
   

APPLICATION FOR CONVERSION OF A DOMESTIC DRIVING PERMIT

Details of Applicant:Title: ______________ Surname:_____________ Other Names _______________
AddressPost CodeTown
Date of BirthPlace of BirthMobile No
E-Mail AddressNationalityDriving Licence Number
Country of Issue of Driving LicenceDriving Categories Applied ForBlood Group
Attach the following documents:(a)Original passport and copy(b)Original foreign driving licence and copy(c)Foreigners certificate(d)Work Permit/ Dependant pass(e)two passport Photographs(f)eCitizen Payment invoice
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

SECOND SCHEDULE

FEES

FEES FOR APPLICATION OF DRIVING SCHOOL LICENCE

  (r. 5(3)(g))
   
Driving school licence categoryVehicles in licence categoryApplication and renewal fees (Kshs.)
AHeavy Commercial Vehicles20,000
Vehicles used for the transportation of hazardous materials
Commercial vehicles including trucks and buses
Tractors
Motor Omnibus
Motor cars
Motorcycles
BMotor cars15,000
Motorcycles.
CMotorcycles.5,000

FEES FOR APPLICATION OF DRIVING LICENCES AND DRIVING INSTRUCTORS' LICENCES

 ( r. 5(4), 9(5), 18(2)(a) 27(2) & (5), 35(b), 38(1) & 41(2).)
   
Description of ApplicationAmount of Fees(Ksh)
Issue or renewal of instructor's licence (valid for 1 year)1,000
Application for instructor test500
Duplicate/ Replacement of instructor's licence500
Variation of Driving School Licence1,000
Issue or renewal of driver licence (valid for 3 years)3,000
Duplicate/Replacement of a driving licence/ instructor's licence1,000
Application for driving test1,000
Issue or renewal of provisional driving licence600
Issue or renewal of an international driving permit10,000
Conversion of a domestic driving permit5,000
  
  
  
  
  

THIRD SCHEDULE

CATEGORIES OF DRIVING LICENCES

  (r. 34 & 41(1).
   
Licence categoryVehicles in licence categoryDescription of vehicle to operate and restrictionsOther Categories holder can operateMinimum requirements
CATEGORY ACategory AM (Moped)Enables one to ride a motorcycle to and including 50 C.C. No passengers allowed to be carried.No load. Minimum age 16 years.No passenger
Category Al (Light motorcycle)Enables one to ride a motorcycle above 50 C.C. Carry a maximum load 60 kg (for up to 400 C.C) Carry passenger.N/AMinimum age 18 years.
Category A2 (Motorcycle,Taxi, Couriers and three wheelers)Enables one to ride a motorcycle above 50 cc. Carry a maximum load 100 kg (for up to 500 C.C) Carry a passenger.Al and A2.Minimum age 18
Category A3 (Motorcycle, three wheelers)Enables one to ride a three wheeled motorcycle Carry a maximum load 100 kg (for up to 500 C.C) Carry a maximum of 3 passengers.N/AMinimum age 18
CATEGORY BCategory B1 Automatic (Light Vehicle Automatic)Can carry up to a maximum of 7 passengers.Enables one to drive a Light vehicle(passenger car) equipped with automatic gear box with a maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of m 3 500 kg with one light trailer (not exceeding 750 kg).Cannot drive a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission. Can carry up to a maximum of 7 passengers.N/AMinimum age 18 years.
 Category B-2 (Light Vehicle)Enables one to drive a light vehicle(passenger car) with a maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 3500 kg with one light trailer (not exceeding 750 kg). This includes vans whose tare weight is below 3500 kgs and which are not used for Carrying passengers. Can drive a vehicle equipped with both a manual or automatic transmission.B1Minimum age 18 years.
 Category B3 (Professional)Enables one to drive a Taxicab which is a light vehicle (passenger car) with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of maximum 3,500 kg with one light trailer (not exceeding 750 kg). Equipped with manual or automatic gear box. Can carry up to a maximum of 7 passengers. Minimum age 21 years.
CATEGORY CCategory Cl (Light Truck)Enables one to drive a light truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 3 500 kg and a maximum 7500 kg with maximum one light trailer ( not exceeding 750 kg).B1 and B2Minimum age 22 years.Maximum age 65 yearsHolder of a class B2 licence for at least two years.
 Category C (Medium Truck)Enables one to drive a heavy truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 7 500 kg with maximum one light trailer (not exceeding 750 kg)B1, B2 and ClMinimum age 24 years.Maximum age 65 yearsTwo years' experience of driving category Cl.
 Category CE (Heavy Truck with trailer)Enables one to drive a heavy truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)exceeding 7 500 kg with heavy trailer or semitrailer. Enables one to drive articulated vehicles.B1 , B2, Cl and CMinimum age 28 years.Maximum age 65 yearsFour years' experience of driving category C.Required to undergo training and retesting for category CE.
 Category CD (Heavy Goods Vehicle for Transportation of Hazardous Materials)Enables one to drive a heavy truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 7 500 kg with heavy trailer or semitrailer. Enables one to drive articulated vehicles.B , B1 , Cl , C AND CEMinimum age 30 years.Maximum age 65 yearsTwo years' experience of driving category CE
CATEGORY DCategory DI (Van)Enables one to drive a van with a maximum of 14 passengers.B1 and B2Minimum age 22 years.Maximum age 65 years.
 Category D2 (Minibus)Enables one to drive a bus with 14 to 32 passengers.B 1, B2 and D1Minimum age 25 years.Maximum age 65 yearsMinimum experience of 3 years driving category Dl.
 Category D3 (Large Bus)Enables one to drive a bus with 33 or more passengers.B , B1 , D1 and D2Minimum age of 30 years.Maximum age 65 yearsMinimum experience of 3 years driving category D2.Required to undergo training and retesting for category D3.
 Category D4Enables one to drive an articulated busB 1, B2, D1, D2 AND D3Minimum experience of 3 years in D3.Maximum age 65 years
 Category DEMotor vehicles of category D coupled to a trailer whose permissible maximum mass exceeds 750 kg.N/A 
CATEGORY ESpecial professional driving licenceEnables one to drive any vehicles classified under categories Cl, C, CE, D, D1, D2, D3 and licensed as EC1, EC, ECE, ED, EDI, ED2 and ECD3 respectively. Minimum age 21 years.Maximum age 65 yearsCompleted 3 months driving practice with any vehicle classified under categories Cl, C, CE, D, D1, D2, D3 and licensed as EC1, EC, ECE, ED, ED1, ED2 and ECD3 respectively. Class ED2 Licences shall be endorsed for classes Dl&D while Class ECE Licences shall be endorsed for C and C1.
CATEGORY FSpecial Drivers' Licence For PersonsEnables one to drive vehicle in which the person is tested for Minimum age of 18 years.Must produce a valid medical certificate.
 With Disability  assessment report and disability certificate. Other requirementsare as per the class the categories of the abled drivers
CATEGORY GIndustrial, Construction and agricultural plants and equipment)Enables one to operate forklift, motor grader, shovel, excavator, roller and any other special kinds of plant and equipment for which special authorization is required from the authority as defined in theTraffic Act before such plants can be registered for use.N/AEndorsement for Class G will be done on the driving licence.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

FOURTH SCHEDULE

CURRICULUM FOR TRAINING AND TESTING OF DRIVERS AND INSTRUCTORS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1— TRAINING AND TESTING OF DRIVERS

CHAPTER ONE— COMMON CORE COURSES

1.1.Introduction and purpose of the curriculum.
1.2The general goals of driver training.
1.3The traffic system.
1.4The driver training general requirements.
1.5Examination.
1.6Validity of licences.
1.7Basic or common units.
1.8Specific objectives of driver learning.
1.9Units summary and time allocation.
1.10Introduction to driving.
1.11Fundamental driving rules.
1.12Model town.
1.13Human factors in traffic.

CHAPTER TWO— TRAINING OF MOPED AND MOTORCYCLE RIDERS

(CATEGORY A)

2.1Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as a moped or motorcycle rider.
2.2Units for moped and motorcycle learners.
2.3Units summary and time allocation.
2.4Introduction to moped and motorcycle riding.
2.5Moped and motorcycle parts and controls.
2.6Basic moped and motorcycle riding.
2.7Moped and motorcycle riding on the road (practical).
2.8Examination of moped and motorcycle riders.

CHAPTER THREE— TRAINING OF LIGHT VEHICLE DRIVERS (CATEGORY B)

3.1Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as a light vehicle driver.
3.2Units for light vehicle learners.
3.3Units summary and time allocation.
3.4Basic knowledge of a light vehicle.
3.5Construction and controls of light vehicles.
3.6Basic light vehicle control (manoeuvre yard).
3.7Driving on the road (practical).
3.8Examination of drivers of light vehicles.

CHAPTER FOUR— TRAINING OF PROFESSIONAL LIGHT VEHICLE DRIVERS

(CATEGORY B PROFESSIONAL)

4.1Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as a professional light vehicle driver.
4.2Units for professional light vehicle drivers.
4.3Requirements for issuance of a professional light vehicle licence.
4.4Units summary and time allocation.
4.5Introduction to professional light vehicles.
4.6Construction and controls of professional light vehicles.
4.7Self-inspection of a professional light vehicle.
4.8Observation.
4.9Professional light vehicle control.
4.10Communication on the road.
4.11Speed management.
4.12Space management.
4.13Emergency manoeuvres.
4.14Skid and control.
4.15Adverse driving conditions.
4.16Preventive maintenance.
4.17Conditions of carriage.
4.18Hazardous materials.
4.19Emergency procedures.
4.20Work planning.
4.21Cargo handling.
4.22Customer care.
4.23Driving on road.
4.24Examination of professional light vehicle driver.

CHAPTER FIVE— TRAINING OF PUBLIC SERVICE VEHICLE DRIVERS

(CATEGORY D)

5.1Units for public service vehicle learners
5.2Requirement for issuance of a professional driving licence for a public service vehicle.
5.3Units summary and time allocation
5.4Introduction to a public service vehicle.
5.5Construction and controls of public service vehicles.
5.6Self-inspection of a public service vehicle.
5.7Observation.
5.8Public service vehicle control.
5.9Communication on the road.
5.10Speed management.
5.11Space management.
5.12Emergency manoeuvres.
5.13Skid control and recovery.
5.14Adverse driving conditions.
5.15Preventive maintenance.
5.16Conditions of carriage.
5.17Hazardous materials.
5.18Emergency procedures.
5.19Work planning.
5.20Cargo handling.
5.21Customer care.
5.22Driving on the road.
5.23Examination of public service vehicle driver.

CHAPTER SIX— TRAINING OF MOTORCYCLE TAXI, COURIERS AND THREE WHEELER DRIVERS (CATEGORY A2 & A3)

6.1Minimum requirements for enrolment to train as a motorcycle rider or three-wheeler driver.
6.2Units for learners of motorcycle taxis and three-wheelers.
6.3Requirement for issuance of a motorcycle taxi and three-wheeler driving licence.
6.4Units summary and time allocation.
6.5Introduction to motorcycle taxis and three wheelers.
6.6Motorcycle and three-wheeler parts and controls.
6.7Basic motorcycle riding and three-wheeler driving (manoeuvre yard).
6.8Riding and driving on the road (practical).
6.9Customer care.
6.10Introduction to defensive driving and riding.
6.11Examination of motorcycle taxi riders and three-wheeler drivers.

CHAPTER SEVEN— TRAINING OF TRUCK DRIVERS (CATEGORY C)

7.1Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as a light truck driver.
7.2Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as a medium truck driver.
7.3Requirements for upgrading to a heavy truck driver.
7.4Requirements for upgrading to a heavy truck driver (hazardous goods).
7.5Units for learners enrolled to train as truck drivers.
7.6Requirement for issuance of a truck driving licence.
7.7Units summary and time allocation.
7.8Introduction to trucks.
7.9Truck construction and controls.
7.10Self-inspection.
7.11Observation.
7.12Truck control.
7.13Communication on the road.
7.14Speed management.
7.15Space management.
7.16Emergency manoeuvres.
7.17Skid control and recovery.
7.18Adverse driving conditions.
7.19Preventive maintenance.
7.20Conditions of carriage.
7.21Hazardous materials.
7.22Emergency procedures.
7.23Work planning.
7.24Cargo handling.
7.25Customer care.
7.26Driving on the road.
7.27Examination of truck drivers.

CHAPTER EIGHT— TRAINING OF SPECIAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS

(CATEGORY E)

8.1Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as special professional driver.
8.2Units for special professional drivers.
8.3Requirement for issuance of a special professional driving licence.
8.4Units summary and time allocation.
8.5Introduction to commercial vehicles and public service vehicles.
8.6Commercial vehicles and public service vehicles construction and controls.
8.7Self-inspection of commercial vehicles and public service vehicles.
8.8Observation.
8.9Commercial vehicles and public service vehicles control.
8.10Communication on the road.
8.11Speed management.
8.12Space management.
8.13Emergency manoeuvres.
8.14Skid control and recovery.
8.15Adverse driving conditions.
8.16Preventive maintenance.
8.17Conditions of carriage.
8.18Hazardous materials.
8.19Emergency procedures.
8.20Work planning.
8.21Cargo handling.
8.22Customer care.
8.23Driving on the road.
8.24Examination.

CHAPTER NINE— TRAINING OF INDUSTRIAL, CONSTRUCTION AND AGRICULTURAL MACHINE DRIVERS

(CATEGORY G)

9.1Responsibility to accredit.
9.2Minimum requirements for enrolling to train as an industrial, construction and agricultural machine driver.
9.3Requirement for the issuance of an industrial, construction and agricultural machine driving licence.
9.4Units for industrial, construction and agricultural machine operators.
9.5Units summary and time allocation.
9.6Introduction to an industrial, construction and agricultural machine.
9.7Basic control of industrial, construction and agricultural machines.
9.8Legal aspects governing operations of industrial, construction and agricultural machines.
9.9Examination of the industrial, construction and agricultural machine drivers.

PART 2 - TRAINING AND TESTING OF DRIVING INSTRUCTORS

CHAPTER ONE— INTRODUCTION

1.1Preamble.
1.2Background.
1.3Objective.
1.4Goal.
1.5Required qualifications.

CHAPTER TWO— TRAINING OF COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AND TRUCKS DRIVING INSTRUCTORS (CATEGORY C)

2.1Target group.
2.2Responsibility.
2.3Training.
2.4Units summary and time allocation.
2.5Introduction.
2.6Driving instructor testing.
2.7Pedagogical education.
2.8Kenya learner driver handbook.
2.9Traffic safety education and statistics.
2.10Driving licence categories and the driving test.
2.11Legal aspects of driving.
2.12Time planning.
2.13Quality assurance.
2.14Human behaviour in traffic-traffic psychology education.
2.15Environment education.

CHAPTER THREE— TRAINING OF DRIVING INSTRUCTORS PUBLIC SERVICE VEHICLES (CATEGORY D)

3.1Target group.
3.2Responsibility.
3.3Training.
3.4Units summary and time allocation.
3.5Introduction.
3.6Driving instructor testing.
3.7Pedagogical education.
3.8Kenya learner driver handbook.
3.9Traffic safety education and statistics.
3.10Driving licence categories and the driving test.
3.11Legal aspects of driving.
3.12Time planning.
3.13Quality assurance.
3.14Human behaviour in traffic-traffic psychology education.
3.15Environment education.

CHAPTER FOUR— TRAINING OF DRIVING INSTRUCTORS OF LIGHT VEHICLES (CATEGORY B)

4.1Target group.
4.2Responsibility.
4.3Training.
4.4Units summary and time allocation.
4.5Introduction
4.6Driving instructor testing.
4.7Pedagogical education.
4.8Kenya learner driver handbook.
4.9Traffic safety education and statistics.
4.10Driving licence categories and the driving test.
4.11Legal aspects of driving.
4.12Time planning.
4.13Quality assurance.
4.14Human behaviour in traffic-traffic psychology education.
4.15Environment education.

CHAPTER FIVE— TRAINING OF DRIVING INSTRUCTORS OF MOPEDS AND MOTORCYCLES (CATEGORY A)

5.1Target Group.
5.2Responsibility.
5.3Training.
5.4Units Summary and Time Allocation.
5.5Introduction
5.6Driving instructor testing.
5.7Pedagogical education.
5.8Kenya learner driver handbook.
5.9Traffic safety education and statistics.
5.10Driving licence categories and the driving test.
5.11Legal aspects of driving.
5.12Time planning.
5.13Quality assurance.
5.14Human behaviour in traffic-traffic psychology education.
5.15Environment education.

PART 3 - TRAINING AND TESTING OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

1.Introduction.
2.Summary of process of acquiring a driving licence or instructor's licence by a person with a disability.
3.Responsibilities.
4.Training.
5.Testing.
6.Issuing of the driving licence or instructor's licence.

PART 1— TRAINING AND TESTING OF DRIVERS

CHAPTER ONE— COMMON CORE COURSES

1.1Introduction and Purpose of the Curriculum
1.1.1Traffic accidents pose social and economic challenges nationally. This is because they result in the death or injury of persons expected to contribute to the country's socioeconomic development. Statistics indicate that majority of accident victims are aged between fourteen and forty-four years. Indeed, the mean age of accident victims in Kenya is thirty-five, a very prime age.
1.1.2Of more concern is that most of these accidents are preventable. This is because human error has been cited as the major contributor, claiming approximately eighty-three per cent of lives lost on Kenyan roads.
1.1.3This curriculum seeks to mitigate this by improving the competence and discipline of drivers. It does this by addressing the knowledge, skills and attitude gap that currently exists.
1.1.4This curriculum sets the basic principles of training and testing of drivers in Kenya and is designed to cover all categories of vehicles. All drivers and riders in Kenya have to undergo this training and must pass the test to be allowed to drive a motor vehicle or ride a motorcycle.
1.1.5The principle adapted in developing this curriculum is that a set number of units have been defined for each module. There are eight modules which translate to respective categories of licences.
1.1.6The first four units must be done by all drivers before embarking on additional specific units to meet requirements for each module as defined in this curriculum. The education and training of motor vehicle drivers and motorcycle riders, is therefore an important step towards improving the overall driving skills.
1.1.7This Part is divided into chapters with a total of nine training modules:
ChapterTraining Modules
Chapter 1Common Core Courses
Chapter 2Module 1 Motorcycles
Chapter 3Module 2 Light Vehicles
Chapter 4Module 3 Professional Light Vehicles
Chapter 5Module 4 Public Service Vehicles
Chapter 6Module 5 Motorcycle Taxi and Three Wheelers
Chapter 7Module 6 Truck Drivers
Chapter 8Module 7 Special Professional Driving Licence
Chapter 9Module 8 Industrial, Construction and Agricultural Vehicles
1.2The General Goals of Driver Training
1.2.1Driver training aims to give the learner driver the proper knowledge, skills and attitudes required to develop the necessary competence and discipline.
1.2.2Its general goals are to ensure—
(a)a safe, reliable and efficient road transport system;
(b)a reduction in road crashes and loss of life;
(c)compliance with traffic laws, rules, regulations and other legal provisions;
(d)the promotion of a safe road use culture demonstrated by road courtesy and care for vulnerable road users; and
(e)the promotion of vehicles roadworthiness.
1.3The Traffic System
1.3.1It is valuable to adapt an analytical view in the field of traffic safety. This analytic view is coherent with the framework of the Traffic System, which is made up of the vehicle, the road user, the road system and the traffic control system.
1.3.2Road accidents are caused by errors on the part of road users, vehicle deficiencies, the road design and condition. Sometimes, they are caused by lack of coordination between various actors in the Traffic System. Applying the framework of the Traffic System will make it possible to analyse the causes of traffic accidents and come up with systematic solutions.
1.3.3Within the context of the traffic system, one has to look at the driver as an operator of the vehicle in a complex traffic environment. Behind the wheel, the driver's tasks are to—
(a)collect and process information from the road, the traffic control and the vehicle's behaviour;
(b)make correct decisions about appropriate control actions;
(c)execute the actions skilfully; and
(d)comply with the existing traffic laws.
1.3.4The driver has to assess the results of the actions and respond adequately to the new situation. Driving is in many ways a social skill in the sense that cooperation between road users is important to ensure traffic safety.
1.4The Driver Training General Requirements
1.4.1Learning Approach
(1)Driver training, like any other educational activity, has to be based on well known pedagogical and psychological principles. Sound judgment developed by the driving instructors and driving examiners over the years, is also essential. The driver's tasks, as previously mentioned, constitutes the contents of the driver's responsibility that will be the cornerstone in Driver Training.
(2)The driver's tasks consist of three elements—
(a)to observe;
(b)to decide; and
(c)to act.
(3)The aim is—
(a)to establish a method for coping with any traffic situation systematically; and
(b)to establish disciplined road behaviour, based on awareness of the hazards thus being a prerequisite for defensive and environmentally friendly driving
1.4.2Use of Licensed Schools and InstructorsAll driving lessons must be undertaken in a licensed driving school under the instruction of a licensed driving instructor.
1.4.3Theory Lessons
(1)Driving instructions shall include theory lessons based on this curriculum.
(2)A learner driver has to undertake and be examined in each unit within a module.
(3)The typical sequence of the driver training programme will be as follows—
(a)an introduction to driving;
(b)fundamental driving rules;
(c)a model town;
(d)the human factors in driving Introduction to the class of vehicle;
(e)motor vehicle parts, instruments and controls;
(f)basic vehicle control;
(g)manoeuvres on a yard under controlled traffic conditions;
(h)manoeuvres on the road under all traffic conditions;
(i)specific units depending on the module.
(4)By means of effective teaching methods, the driving instructor will adjust the driver training programme to the learner's individual qualifications and understanding in order to optimize the learning outcome.
(5)A driving school shall offer the instruction within the time allocated in the curriculum.
(6)Continuous assessment tests shall be administered upon completion of at least 40 hours of learning, and shall be in the form of 50 multiple choice questions.
(7)A learner must answer at least 35 questions correctly to be deemed as to have passed the test.
(8)The tests shall constitute 30% of marks in a driving school's internal tests, which shall precede a test for the issuance of a certificate of competence.
(9)The records of each learner's tests shall be maintained by the respective school for a period of three years.
(10)A learner shall only be deemed to have fulfilled the requirements of training under this curriculum upon attending at least 90% of the lessons.
(11)Every driving school shall maintain a register of attendance for each learner.
(12)Theory training may be provided online and an assessment register of the online learners maintained.
(13)The level of performance regarding practical driving skills and theoretical knowledge is to be evaluated by the test.
1.4.4Practical Training
(1)A driving school shall ensure that the learner obtains a provisional driving licence before undertaking practical driving lessons on a public road.
(2)A driving school shall test the learner on the first four units and at least four hours practical training in a manoeuvring yard before arranging for issuance of a provisional driving licence.
(3)A learner who fails in the test (3) above shall not be issued with a provisional driving licence.
(4)A learner shall be trained to drive in a manoeuvring yard and tested before being taken to drive on a public road.
(5)A driving school shall use the Kenya Learner's Driver Handbook as the main reference material.
(6)A driving school must comply with the time allocation requirements set out in this curriculum.
(7)A driving school shall use both commentary driving and explain-act-comment techniques.
(8)A learner has to attend 100% of the practical classes to be deemed to have completed his driving lessons.
1.4.5Practical Internal Test
(1)The practical test at the driving school shall be divided into two categories—
(a)the yard test; and
(b)the on-road test.
(2)Before the start of the test, the instructor shall explain how the test will be done and how the evaluation will be done.
(3)The learners have to be tested on a defined route.
(4)A driving school shall maintain a record of the test routes used.
(5)The learner must use commentary or interactive driving.
(6)The instructor shall examine using an assessment checklist.
(7)A driving school shall maintain the records of all assessment checklists for a period of three years.
1.4.6Driving Licence and Driving Test
(1)The driving test consists of a theoretical and practical component.
(2)The theoretical test, shall consist of a continuous assessment test administered after every 40 hours of training and a final test at the end of all the units in a module.
(3)The test shall comprise a minimum of 50 multiple-choice questions.
(4)The practical test is taken in two parts—
(a)manoeuvre yard test; where the learner or driver, is tested in a training yard to evaluate his ability to manoeuvre under different set conditions; and
(b)a road test is conducted in a test route where the candidate has to negotiate most traffic situations in a skilled and safe manner.
(5)A learner or driver, must pass the manoeuvre's yard test before proceeding to take the road test.
(6)A performance report is prepared for each learner or driver indicating that he has demonstrated skills in both theory and practical lessons by attaining a pass mark of 80%.
1.5Examination
1.5.1General ConditionsA driving school shall meet the following conditions before presenting a learner for a driving test in a driving test centre—
(a)a driving school shall not present for a driving test, a learner who has not passed the school internal tests;
(b)a driving school shall register the learner for the driving test and submit to the Authority, the driving school's test report with respect to that learner;
(c)only learners who have attained a minimum aggregate score of 70% in the driving school's internal test shall be presented for the driving text.
1.5.1Failing to pass the examinationA learner, who fails in a driving test, shall be referred back to the driving school for retraining, provided—
(a)that no re-testing is done within 21 days of the failed test;
(b)that a learner who fails in theory component of the driving test shall retake the entire driving test;
(c)a learner who fails the practical component of a driving test, shall re-take only the practical component of the driving test only if it is done within 6 months of the failed driving test;
(d)a learner who fails to take the re-test shall be required to register afresh and redo instructions.
1.6Validity of LicencesAll licences shall be renewed in accordance with the Rules.
1.7Basic or Common UnitsThe topics in this section are grouped into four parts—
(a)an introduction to driving;
(b)the fundamental driving rules;
(c)a model town; and
(d)the human factors in traffic.
1.8Specific Objectives of Driver Learning
(1)The knowledge, skills and abilities that should be gained and proven by the learner are of different kinds and on different levels.
(2)By the end of the driver education, the learner must (be able to)—
(a)know about driving to such an extent that his knowledge follows a more goal-oriented and specific training (the objectives of this kind are included in the theoretical part of the driving test);
(b)point out and name, by generally used terms, for example, certain controls and instruments of the vehicle (the objectives of this kind are included in both the theoretical and practical parts of the driving test);
(c)read and explain the meaning of the instruments of a motor vehicle, explain and demonstrate what they indicate (the objectives of this kind are included in the practical part of the driving test);
(d)check and inspect certain components of the vehicle, with or without using tools, and explain in general terms whether or not safety requirements are satisfied (the objectives of this kind are included in the practical part of the driving test);
(e)state the content of or explain the meaning of, and differentiate between correct and incorrect answers to questions on, risk factors and traffic rules, or explain verbally the topic in question in general terms (the objectives of this kind are included in the theoretical and practical part of the driving test);
(f)identify, recognize, assess or anticipate certain points in real traffic situations (or in pictures), appreciate their importance for safety, and differentiate between correct and incorrect responses to questions on the points, or explain verbally their importance in general terms, (the objectives of this kind are included in both the theoretical and practical parts of the driving test);
(g)perform observations and manoeuvres, by identifying and assessing objects or situations, control the vehicle and execute manoeuvres or other tasks skilfully (the objectives of this kind are included in the practical part of the driving test); and
(h)react appropriately by controlling the vehicle and adapt speed, position and driving direction in accordance with the traffic rules, safety considerations such as showing regard to other road users and seamlessly manoeuvring (the objectives of this kind are included in the practical part of the driving test).
  
  
  
1.9Units Summary and Time Allocation
CodeUnitsContentsTime (Hours)
TheoryPracticalTotal
1.10Introduction to driving(a) traffic safety situation in Kenya and the common cause of vehicle related crashes;(b) background of driver training;(c) key players in the road safety sector;(d) the importance of driver training;(e) the goals of driver training;(f) driving licence and driving test;(g) the driver's tasks;(h) the driver's responsibilities;(i) the principle of driver training;(j) legal requirements for driving in Kenya as specified in the Laws of Kenya; and(k) classes of vehicles.505
1.11Fundamental driving rules(a) traffic rules, regulations and other safety requirements;(b) highway codes; and(c) rules of behaviour in traffic.404
1.12Model town(a) name parts of model town;(b) explain the directional arrows;(c) road markings and road signs;(d) state the importance of road markings; and(e) move model car from one point to another safely.145
1.13Human factors in traffic(a) observation;(b) driver perception and awareness;(c) judgement of speed and distance;(d) stopping distance;(e) selection of proper speed;(f) factors that influence driving skills;(g) special needs of vulnerable routes;(h) limitations in numbers of passengers and quantity of goods;(i) drugs and alcohol;(j) customer care and public relations;(k) hygiene health and safety; and(l) crash handling procedures628
Total16622
1.10Introduction to Driving
1.10.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should familiarize with basics of driving.
1.10.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)discuss traffic safety situation in Kenya and the common causes of vehicle related crashes;
(b)outline background of driver training key players in the road safety sub sector;
(c)explain the importance of driver training;
(d)discuss the goals of driver training;
(e)define driving licences and driving test;
(f)name driver's tasks;
(g)state driver's responsibilities;
(h)discuss principles of driver training;
(i)state legal requirements for driving in Kenya as specified in the laws of Kenya; and
(j)list classes of vehicles.
1.10.3Content
1.10.T/P1Traffic safety situation in Kenya and the common causes of vehicle related crashes.
1.10.T/P2Background of driver training key players in the Road Safety Sub-sector.
1.10.T/P3Importance of driver training.
1.10 .T/P4Goals of driver training.
1.10.T/P5Driving Licence and driving test.
1.10.T/P6Driver's tasks.
1.10.T/P7Driver's responsibilities.
1.10.T/P8Principles of driver training.
1.10.T/P9Legal requirements for driving as specified in the laws of Kenya.
1.10.T/P10Classes of vehicles.
  
1.11Fundamental Driving Rules
1.11.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to explain fundamental driving rules.
1.11.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)apply the traffic rules and regulations;
(b)discuss the Highway Code;
(c)discuss the general rules of behaviour in traffic regarding safety, courtesy and responsibility; and
(d)state the driver's responsibilities as owner and user of vehicles concerning vehicle registration, third party risk insurance and condition of the vehicle.
1.11.3Content
1.11.T/P1Traffic rules and regulations —(a) Traffic rules, regulations and other safety requirements on vehicles and drivers valid on all roads, streets, bridges and other places accessible to normal traffic, whether public or private;(b) Obeying driving instructions given by road markings, traffic signs and directives by the police and knowing the priority of such directives when more than one kind is involved; and(c) The usage of the horn, when necessary, to warn other road users.
1.11 .T/P2Highway Code —(a) General rules of behaviour in traffic regarding safety, courtesy and responsibility.(b) Application of a defensive driving style in order to increase safety margins, avoid getting into risky or disastrous situations, improve driving economy and protect the environment.(c) Special attention to vulnerable road users such as children, elderly people and persons with disabilities.(d) Giving consideration to unprotected road users such as pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.
1.11.T/P3(a) Giving right of way for specific vehicles, road users or in specific situations.(b) Acting appropriately in case of a crash or when arriving at the scene of a crash.
1.11.T/P4Drivers' responsibilities as owner and user of vehicles concerning vehicle registration, third party risk insurance, condition of the vehicle.
1.12Model Town
1.12.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able demonstrate driving in a model town.
1.12.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)name parts of the model town;
(b)explain the directional arrows;
(c)explain road signs and markings;
(d)state the importance of road signs and road markings; and
(e)move model car from one point to another correctly.
1.12.3Content
1.12.T/P1Parts of the model town.
1.12.T/P2Explain the directional arrows.
1.12.T/P3Explain road signs and markings.
1.12.T/P4State the importance of road signs and road markings.
1.12.P/P5Move model car from one point to another correctly.
1.13Human Factors in Traffic
1.13.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to explain human factors in traffic.
1.13.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)observe and interpret situations on the road;
(b)discuss driver perception and awareness;
(c)apply judgment of speed and distance;
(d)recognize the severity of misconduct and mistakes made by other road users;
(e)define stopping distance;
(f)select proper speed;
(g)discuss factors that influence driving skills;
(h)discuss special needs of vulnerable groups;
(i)point out limitations in number of passengers and quantity of goods;
(j)discuss drugs and alcohol;
(k)explain customer care and public relations;
(l)discuss hygiene, health and safety;
(m)discuss crash handling procedures; and
(n)demonstrate first aid techniques.
1.13.3Content
1.13.T/P1Observation
1.13.T/P2Driver perception and awareness
1.13.T/P3Judgment of speed and distance
1.13.T/P4Recognizing the severity of misconduct and mistakes made by road users.
1.13.T/P5Stopping distance
1.13.T/P6Selection of proper speed
1.13.T/P7Factors that influence the driving skills
1.13.T/P8Special needs of vulnerable groups
1.13.T/P9Limitations in number of passengers and quantity of goods
1.13.T/P10Drugs and alcohol
1.13 .T/P11Customer care and public relations
1.13.T/P12Hygiene, health and safety
1.13.T/P13Crash handling procedures
1.13.P/P14First Aid

CHAPTER TWO— TRAINING OF MOPED AND MOTORCYCLE RIDERS (CATEGORY A)

This Chapter deals with training for moped and motorcycle riders only.
2.1.Minimum Requirements for Enrolling to Train as a Moped or Motorcycle Rider
(a)age as per the class categories; and
(b)a medical test certificate.
2.2Units for Moped and Motorcycle LearnersThe topics in this chapter are grouped into—
(a)introduction to mopeds and motorcycles;
(b)moped and motorcycle parts and controls;
(c)basic moped and motorcycle controls (manoeuvre yard);
(d)riding on the road (practical); and
(e)examination of riders of mopeds and motorcycles.
2.3Units Summary and Time Allocation
CodeUnitsContentsTime (Hours
TheoryPracticalTotal
2.4.Introduction to mopeds and motorcycles.(a) Importance or role of the moped or motorcycle as a part of the national transportation system. (b)Characteristics of the moped or' motorcycle in traffic or on the road.(c) The crash rate of mopeds or motorcycles.(d) Categories of mopeds or motorcycles.(e) Requirement to obtain a moped or motorcycle rider's licence.(f) Moped and motorcycle regulations.303
2.5.Moped and motorcycle parts and controls.(a) Proper use of protective gear for the moped riders and motorcyclists.(b) Proper way to carry passengers and goods.(c) Controls.(d) Instruments, lights and reflectors.(e) Engine, ignition, accelerator and exhaust system.(f) Transmission system.(g) Steering systems.(h) Brakes system.(i) Wheels, tyres and shock absorbers.(j) The body of a moped or motorcycle.(k) A moped and a motorcycle rider's gear.213
2.6.Basic moped and motorcycle control (manoeuvre yard)(a) Preparations for riding and stability.(b) Controlling movement of the moped or motorcycle by coordinating pedal activities, changing gears and steering.(c) Forward riding and turning.(d) Operating the steering wheel gently, getting the moped or motorcycle in right direction and keeping the moped or motorcycle on a fairly correct course.(e) Performing turns in normally occurring traffic.(f) Making proper judgments of the lengths and width of the moped or motorcycle (sizing), the position of the wheels and the longitudinal direction of the moped or motorcycle in relation to the roadside.(g) Hard braking (emergency braking) achieving optimum braking without locking the wheels, losing steering controls or stalling the engine.(h) U-turning and turning and turning by forward and reverse riding.(i) Changing direction of riding on the road safely depending on the conditions of the road.(j) Parking in different kinds of parking spaces and ability to perform different parking156
2.7.Riding on the road (Practical)(a) Making the necessary safety preparations for riding and getting familiar with the names and positions of controls and instruments.(b) Moving off, riding ahead and stopping.(c) Positioning in different environments.(d) Choice of speed in different situations.(e) Hill riding.(f) Riding through bends.(g) Approaching and passing railway crossings.(h) Lane shift and choice of lanes.(i) Turning in order to ride in opposite direction.(j) Passing stationery vehicles and pedestrians.(k) Meeting oncoming traffic.(l) Riding ahead of or behind other road users overtaking.(m)Approaching different kinds of junctions with or without signals and with or without much restricted view.(n) Riding in different kinds of junctions (straight through or turning left or right), with or without signals and with or without obligation to give right of way.(o) Riding in dark and dim lighting.(p) Riding side by side approaching, riding into and out of roundabouts.(q) Stopping and parking.(r) Night riding.01515
2.8.Examination for Motorcycle Riders(a) Continous assessment tests.(b) Theory and practical examinations0.520.50.50.52.5
Total8.521.530.0
2.4Introduction to Moped and Motorcycle Riding
2.4.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to explain the basics of motorcycle riding.
2.4.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)discuss the importance or role of the moped or motorcycle as a part of the national transportation system;
(b)describe characteristics of the moped or motorcycle in traffic or on the road;
(c)discuss the crash rate of mopeds and motorcycles;
(d)list categories of mopeds and motorcycles; and
(e)outline the requirements to obtain a moped or motorcycle rider's licence.
2.4.3Content
2.4 .T/P1Importance or role of the moped or motorcycle as a part of the national transportation system.
2.4.T/P2Characteristics of the moped or motorcycle in traffic or
2.4.T/P3Crash rate of mopeds and motorcycles.
2.4.T/P4Categories of mopeds and motorcycles
2.4.T/P5Requirements to obtain a moped or motorcycle rider's
2.5Moped and Motorcycle Parts and Controls
2.5.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to demonstrate knowledge of moped and motorcycle parts and controls.
2.5.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)demonstrate the proper use of protective gear for the moped riders and motorcyclists including proper fastening of helmets;
(b)demonstrate the proper way to carry passengers and goods;
(c)point out and use moped and motorcycle controls;
(d)identify instruments and lights;
(e)describe engine, ignition, accelerator and exhaust system;
(f)discuss the transmission system;
(g)apply the steering system;
(h)apply the braking system;
(i)explain the use of lights and reflectors;
(j)explain wheels, tires and shock absorbers;
(k)describe the moped or motorcycle body; and
(1)define the moped or motorcycle rider's gear.
2.5.3Content
2.5.T/P1Protective gear for the moped riders and motorcyclists including proper fastening of helmets.
2.5.T/P2Proper way of carrying passengers and goods.
2.5.T/P3Controls.
2.5.T/P4Instruments and lights.
2.5.T/P5Engine, ignition, accelerator and exhaust system.
2.5.T/P6Transmission system.
2.5.T/P7Steering system.
2.5.T/P8Braking system.
2.5.T/P9Lights and reflectors.
2.5.T/P10Wheels, tyres and shock absorbers.
2.5 .T/P11The body of a moped or
2.5.T/P12A moped or motorcycle rider's
2.6Basic Moped and Motorcycle Riding
2.6.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to demonstrate basic control of a moped or motorcycle in a yard.
2.6.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)prepare for riding stability;
(b)position self in different environments;
(c)control movements of the motorcycle by coordinating pedal activities, changing gears and steering;
(d)forward ride and turn;
(e)operate the steering wheel gently, get the motorcycle in right direction and keep the moped or motorcycle on fairly correct course;
(f)perform turnings as normally occurring in traffic;
(g)make proper judgments of the length and width of the moped or motorcycle (sizing), the position of the wheels and the longitudinal direction of the moped motorcycle in relation to the roadside;
(h)hard brake (emergency braking) achieving optimum braking without locking the wheels, losing steering control or stalling the engine;
(i)make a U-turn and turn by forward and reverse riding;
(j)change direction of driving on the road, safely depending on conditions;
(k)park in different kinds of parking spaces be able to perform different parking;
(l)make the necessary safety preparations for riding and get familiar with the names and positions of controls and instruments.
2.6.3Content
2.6.T/P1Riding preparation
2.6.T/P2Pedal activities and gears.
2.6.T/P3Riding.
2.6.T/P4Handlebars.
2.6.T/P5Turning.
2.6.T/P6Length and width of the moped or motorcycle (sizing), position of the wheels and the longitudinal direction of the moped or motorcycle in relation to the roadside.longitudinal direction of the motorcycle in relation to the roadside
2.6 .T/P7Hard brakes.
2.6.T/P8U-turns and turns by forward and reverse riding.
2.6.T/P9Direction of riding on the road.
2.6.T/P10Parking.
2.6.T/P11Safety preparations for riding.
2.7Moped and Motorcycle Riding on the Road (Practical)
2.7.1Expected OutcomesThe learner should be able to ride a moped or motorcycle on the road.
2.7.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)start off, ride ahead, and stop;
(b)position self in different environments;
(c)choose the appropriate speed in different situation;
(d)ride on a hill;
(e)ride through bends;
(f)approach and cross railways;
(g)choose and shift lanes;
(h)turn and ride in opposite direction;
(i)pass stationary vehicles and pedestrians;
(j)meet oncoming traffic;
(k)ride ahead or behind other road users;
(l)overtake;
(m)approach different kinds of junctions, with or without signals and with or without restricted view;
(n)ride in different kinds of junctions (straight through or turning left or right), with or without signals and with or without obligation to give right of way;
(o)ride in dark and dim lighting;
(p)ride side by side;
(q)approach, ride in and leave roundabouts; and
(r)stop and park.
2.7.3Content
2.7 .T/P1Overtaking.
2.7.T/P2Junctions, with or without signals and with or without restricted view.
2.7.T/P3Junctions (straight through, left or right turn), with or without signals.
2.7.T/P4Dark and dim lighting.
2.8Examination of Moped and Motorcycle Riders
2.8.1Expected OutcomeThe learner shall be able to acquire a Certificate of Competence for riding a motorcycle.
2.8.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of the unit, the learner will be able to sit the theory and practical driving examination for the professional class category applied for.
2.8.3Content
2.8.T/P1Theory and practical examination.
 Responsible:Driving test examiner.
 Where:At driving test centre.
 Time Schedule:2 Hours (T) 0.5 Hours (P).
 Demands:Score: Passed/not passed Overall pass mark > 80 %
 Materials:Theory tests and driving tests sheets.

CHAPTER THREE— TRAINING OF LIGHT VEHICLE DRIVERS (CATEGORY B)

3.1.Minimum Requirements for Enrolling to Train as a Light Vehicle Driver
(a)At least 18 years old; and
(b)a medical test certificate.
3.2Units for Light Vehicle Learners
(1)This chapter deals with parts of driver training that are valid for drivers of light vehicles.
(2)Knowledge, skills and other abilities are of different kinds and may be developed to different levels, as described above, depending on the content area and the situations to cope with.
(3)The topics in this chapter are grouped into—
(a)basic knowledge of a light vehicle;
(b)construction and controls;
(c)basic vehicle control manoeuvres yard; and
(d)driving on the road (practical).
3.3Units Summary and Time Allocation
CodeUnitsContentsTime (Hours)
TheoryPracticalTotal
3.4.Basic knowledge of a light vehicle(a) Requirements to obtain the driving licence.(b) The importance or role of the vehicle as a part of the national transportation system.(c) The characteristics of the light vehicle in traffic or on the road.(d) Road crashes related to light vehicles.(e) Controls and instruments.(f) Engine, ignition, accelerator and exhaust system.(g) Accessories.(h) Transmission system.(i) Steering system.202
3.5.Construction and controls of light vehicles.(a) Braking system.(b) Lights and reflectors.(c) Wheels and tyres.(d) Suspension system.(e) The body.(f) Special equipment, first aid box, tool box, warning triangles and fire extinguishers.(g) Electrical system.415
3.6.Basic vehicle control (yard driving)(a) Preparations for driving.(b) Getting familiar with the names and positions of controls and instruments.(c) Pedal activities, changing gears and steering.(d) Start off, accelerate and smooth stop without stalling the engine.(e) Combine clutch and accelerator or clutch and brakes operation.(f) Gear changes while driving operations such as steering and attention to what is happening around the driver.(g) Forward driving and turning.(h) Gentle steering wheel and maintaining a fairly correct course manoeuvring.(i) Kerb parking.(j) Vehicle length and width assessment.(k) Hard braking (emergency brake).(l) Optimum braking.(m) U-turn and forward and reverse turns (3-point turns).(n) Direction change.(o) Different kinds of parking. 4 
3.7.Driving on the road (practical)(a) Starting off, driving ahead and stopping.(b) Positioning on different environments.(c) Choice of speed in different situations.(d) Driving on hills.(e) Driving through bends.(f) Approaching and crossing railway.(g) Lane shift and choice of lanes.(h) Turning in order to drive in opposite direction passing stationary vehicles and pedestrians.(i) Meeting oncoming traffic.(j) Driving ahead of or behind other road users.(k)Overtaking.(l) Approaching different kind of junctions with or without signals and with or without restricted view.(m) Driving in different kinds of junctions.(n) Driving in dark and dim situations meeting oncoming traffic.(o) Stopping.(p) Use of lights in day time. 2424
Total1234.546.5
3.4Basic Knowledge of a Light Vehicle
3.4.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to acquire a Certificate of Competence for driving a light vehicle.
3.4.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)outline the requirements to obtain a driving licence;
(b)discuss the importance or role of the light vehicle as a part of the national transportation system;
(c)describe the characteristics of the light vehicle in traffic or on the road;
(d)discuss road crashes related to light vehicles;
3.4.3Content
3.4.T/P1Obtaining a driving licence.
3.4.T/P2Role of the light vehicle as a part of the national transportation system.
3.4.T/P3Characteristics of the light vehicle in traffic/on the road
3.4.T/P4Road crashes related to light vehicles
3.5Construction and Controls of Light Vehicles
3.5.1Expected outcomeThe learner should be able to demonstrate knowledge in the construction and control of light vehicles.
3.5.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit the learner should be able to—
(a)describe controls and instruments as used in light vehicles;
(b)discuss components of a light vehicle;
(c)describe accessories of a light vehicle;
(d)discuss the light vehicle system;
(e)discuss the importance of lights and reflectors;
(f)explain wheels and tyres;
(g)describe the body of a light vehicle; and
(h)discuss special equipment.
3.5.3Content
3.5.T/P1Controls and instruments.
3.5.T/P2Discuss the following components of a light vehicle—(a) Engine.(b) Ignition.(c) Accelerator.(d) Exhaust.
3.5.T/P3Describe light vehicle accessories—(a) Air conditioning.(b) Antilock Braking system (ABS).(c) Secondary Restraint system (SRS).
3.5.T/P4Discuss the light vehicle system—(a) Transmission system.(b) Steering system.(c) Braking system.
3.5.T/P5Lights and reflectors.
3.5.2T/P6Wheels and tyres.
3.5.T/P7The body of a light vehicle.
3.5 .T/P8Special equipment—(a) A first aid box.(b) A tool box.(c) Warning triangles.(d) A fire extinguisher.
3.6Basic Light Vehicle Control (Manoeuvre Yard)
3.6.1Expected outcomeThe learner should be able to apply basic vehicle control skills.
3.6.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)prepare to drive;
(b)describe the necessary safety preparations for driving;
(c)be able to control the movement of the car by coordinating pedal activities, changing gears and steering;
(d)demonstrate appropriate car movement;
(e)operate the pedals with increased precision and coordination, especially by combined clutch or accelerator, and clutch or brake (in all motor vehicles);
(f)demonstrate gear changing techniques;
(g)demonstrate forward driving and turning;
(h)operate the steering wheel gently;
(i)perform turnings as normally occurring in traffic;
(j)demonstrate how to park along the kerb;
(k)make appropriate judgment of the vehicle length and width, the position of the wheels and the longitudinal direction of the vehicle in relation to the road side;
(l)perform hard braking (emergency braking);
(m)carry out optimum braking without locking the wheels, losing steering control or stalling the engine;
(n)perform different manoeuvres;
(o)apply skills in change of direction; and
(p)demonstrate skills in different kinds of parking.
3.6.3Content
3.6.T/P1Driving preparation.
3.6 .T/P2Necessary safety preparations for driving and getting familiar with the names and positions of controls and instruments.
3.6.T/P3Car movement control.
3.6 .T/P4Car movement, acceleration, smooth start and stop.
3.6.T/P5Operating the pedals with increased precision and coordination, especially by combined clutch and accelerator or clutch and brake (in all vehicles).
3.6.T/P6Changing gears while driving without losing control of other operations such as steering and attention to what is happening around the motor vehicle.
3 .6 .T/P7Driving and turning.
3.6.T/P8Operating the steering wheel gently, getting the car in right direction and keeping the car on a fairly correct course.
3.6.T/P9Performing turning manoeuvres.
3.6.T/P10Parking at a kerb.
3.6.T/P11Proper judgments of the vehicle length and width, the position of the wheels and the longitudinal direction of the vehicle in relation to the road side.
3.6.T/P12Hard braking (emergency braking).
3.6.T/P13Optimum braking without locking the w heels, losing steering control or stalling the engine.
3.6.T/P14U-turning by forward and reverse driving.
3.6.T/P15Driving directions change.
3.6.T/P16Different kinds of parking.
3.7Driving on the Road (Practical)
3.7.1Expected outcomeThe learner should be able to drive, control and handle a light vehicle.
3.7.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to—
(a)start off, drive and stop a motor vehicle;
(b)position a motor vehicle in different environments;
(c)apply appropriate speed in different situations;
(d)demonstrate how to drive on hills and through bends;
(e)apply skills while encountering various situations like railway crossings, roundabouts, pedestrian crossings and junctions;
(f)choose and shift lanes appropriately;
(g)change directions by turning;
(h)make appropriate manoeuvres while passing stationary vehicles, pedestrians and overtaking meet oncoming traffic; and
(i)drive in dark, dim and foggy conditions and use of lights in daytime.
  
3.7.3Content
3.7.T/P1Vehicle driving.
3.7.T/P2Vehicle positioning.
3.7.T/P3Speed in different situations.
3.7.T/P4Hills and bends.
3.7.T/ P5Driving through various situations.
3.7.T/P6Choosing and shifting lanes appropriately.
3.7.T/ P7Changing direction by turning.
3.7.T/P8Making appropriate manoeuvres.
3.7.T/P9Meeting oncoming traffic.
3.7.T/P10Driving in dark, dim and foggy conditions.
3.8Examination of Drivers of Light Vehicles
3.8.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to acquire a Certificate of Competence for driving the category applied for under a driver mentor and subsequently be issued with a driving licence.
3.8.2Objectives of Theory or PracticalBy the end of this unit, the learner should be able to sit the theory and practical driving examination for the category applied.
3.8.3Content
3.8.T/P1Theory and practical examination
Responsible officer:Driving test examiner.
Where:At the driving test centre?
Time Schedule:2 Hours (T) 0.5 Hours (P).
Demands Score:Passed/not passed Overall pass mark> 70%
Materials:Theory tests and driving tests sheets.

CHAPTER FOUR— TRAINING OF PROFESSIONAL LIGHT VEHICLE DRIVERS (CATEGORY B PROFESSIONAL)

This Chapter shall apply to all persons employed as drivers of light vehicles including chauffeurs.
4.1Minimum requirements for enrolment to train as a Professional Light Vehicle Driver
(a)Minimum age of 22 years.
(b)Minimum four (4) years driving experience.
(c)Medical test certification.
4.2Units for Professional Light Vehicle DriversThe topics in this chapter are grouped into—
(a)introduction to a professional light vehicle;
(b)construction and controls of professional light vehicles;
(c)self-inspection of professional light vehicles;
(d)observation;
(e)professional light vehicle control;
(f)communication on the road;
(g)speed management;
(h)space management;
(i)emergency manoeuvres;
(j)skid control and recovery;
(k)adverse driving conditions;
(l)preventive maintenance;
(m)conditions of carriage;
(n)hazardous materials;
(o)emergency procedure;
(p)work planning;
(q)cargo handling;
(r)customer care;
(s)driving on the road (practical); and
(t)examination.
4.3.Requirements for issuance of a Professional Light Vehicle LicenceA Professional Light Vehicle Licence is categorized as a Professional Driving Licence. In order to be issued with this licence, one must have a Certificate of Competence issued under the Rules.
4.4Units Summary and Time Allocation
CodeUnitContentTime (Hours)
TheoryPracticalTotal
4.5.Introduction to professional light vehicles.(a) Operation of a professional light vehicle requirements to obtain the driving licence.(b) The importance or role of the professional light vehicle as part of the national transportation system.(c) The crash rate of professional light vehicle.202
4.6.Construction and controls of professional light vehicles(a) Controls and instruments engine ignition, accelerator and exhaust system.(b) Instruments and control lights transmission system.(c) Steering system, braking system and reflectors.(d) Wheels, tyres and shock absorbers.(e) The body of professional light vehicles.(f) Special equipment, tools and accessories.(g) Electrical system.(h) Pre-trip inspection checks.156
4.7.Self inspection of a professional light vehicle(a) Systematic inspecting vehicle before driving.(b) Post-trip inspections.(c) Common professional light vehicle anomalies during long distance driving.112
4.8.Observation(a) Maintaining a 360-degree view of the professional light vehicle.(b) Frontal and peripheral vision blind spots.(c) Scanning the environment.(d) Hazard perception and recognition.(e) Kinds and use of driving mirrors.1.50.52
4.9.Professional light vehicle control(a) Making the necessary safety preparations.(b) Controlling movements of a professional light vehicle.(c) Making the move-accelerate and stop smoothly.(d) Operating the pedals with increased precision and coordination.(e) Changing gears while driving without losing control—(i) Procedure for shifting up gears;(ii) Double clutch and time shift process; and(iii) transmissions shifting procedures and patterns for convectional types.(f) Forwarding driving and turning operating the steering wheel gently.(g) Performing turnings as normally occurring in traffic.(h) Kerb parking(i) Making proper judgements of the professional light vehicle length and width.(j) Hard braking (emergency braking).(k) Achieving optimum braking without locking the engine.(l) U-turning and turning by forward and reverse driving.(m) Change direction of driving on the road.(n) Backing up or reversing.(o) Parking manoeuvres.257
4.10.Communication on the road(a) "Why communicate?" Applying MSM technique (Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvres).(b) Hazard communication and signs.(c) Decoding subtle signs and cues from other drivers.202
4.11.Speed management(a) Impact of speed in road crashes and fatalities.(b) Maintaining correct following distance (4 second rule) calculating stopping distance.(c) Braking systems and techniques ABS, gears, engine brakes and retarders freewheeling risks.(d) Correct cornering technique.(e) Centre of gravity.(f) Shifting loads downhill driving.(g) Relationship of speed and visibility.(h) Speed influence on traffic flow night travel and driving.   
4.12.Space management(a) Impact of speed on road crashes and fatalities.(b) Maintaining correct following distance (4 Second Rule).(c) Calculating stopping distance Road surface condition and impact on vehicle stopping. Braking Systems and techniques- ABS, gears, engine brakes.(d) Speed and retarders.(e) Freewheeling risks.(f) Centre of gravity.(g) Shifting loads downhill driving.(h) Relationship of speed and visibility.(i) Speed influence on traffic flow.(j) Night travel or driving.(k) The concept of space envelope.(l) Techniques of space recovery.(m) Positioning to "see and be seen."6612
4.13.Emergency manoeuvres(a) Optimizing stopping distance.(b) Safely performing evasive turns on.(c) The road emergency.(d) How to get off the road turns and return safely.(e) Handling brake failure and blow outs.(f) Making quick stops and turns.303
4.14.Skid and control(a) Causes of skids.(b) Aqua planing.(c) Front-wheel skids and all wheel skids.(d) Skid recovery procedure.336
4.15.Adverse driving conditions.(a) Night driving.(b) Critical factors in night driving.(c) Visibility and conspicuity.(d) Extreme driving conditions.(e) Fog conditions.(f) Windy condition.(g) Heavy rain.(h) Hot weather.505
4.16.Preventive maintenance(a) Defining preventive maintenance (PM)(b) Kinds of driver's obligations in preventive maintenance.(c) Troubleshooting, diagnostics.(d) Reporting vehicle malfunctions.415
4.17.Conditions of carriage(a) Meaning and importance of conditions of carriage.(b) Conditions of carriage.(c) Laws and carriage conditions governing carriage of unaccompanied articles, parcels and freight.505
4.18.Hazardous materials(a) Definition and characteristics of hazardous vehicles.(b) Hazmat endorsement framework.(c) Classification of hazardous materials.(d) Safe handling procedure in loading and offloading.(e) Requirements for hazmat transportation.415
4.19.Emergency procedures(a) Basic responsibilities at a crash scene.(b) Safety precautions at a crash scene.(c) Responding to motor vehicle fires.(d) Spillage handling.(e) Incident reporting procedures.(f) Basic first aid.437
4.20.Work planning(a) Preparing journey or trip plans.(b) Legal limits on duty hours or driving hours.(c) Completing records of duty hours.325
4.21.Cargo handling(a) Cargo securement.(b) Axle weight distribution.(c) Safe loading and unloading.(d) Legal aspects of loading (the East African Community Vehicle Axle Load Control Act, 2013, Traffic Act)(e) Cargo documentation.(f) Terms and definitions.(g) Cargo movement documentation.(h) Pickup and delivery procedures.(i) Security of cargo.(j) Detecting and reporting as suspicious activity at loading points or docks and transit.(k) Dos and don'ts of personal security.(l) Conditions of carriage for unaccompanied parcels and freight.718
4.22.Customer care(a) Communication skills.(b) Handling customer expectations and complaints.(c) Handling persons with special needs and persons with disabilities.(d) Personal hygiene.(e) Sexual harassment and discrimination.202
4.23.Driving on road(a) Professional light vehicle driving.(b) Professional light vehicle e positioning Speed in different situations(c) Hills and bends.(d) Driving through various situations.(e) Choosing and shifting.(f) Lanes appropriating and changing direction by turning.(g) Making appropriate manoeuvres(h) Meeting oncoming traffic.(i) Driving in dark, dim and foggy conditions.(j) Defensive driving techniques—(i) Observing other drivers' behaviour and attitude;(ii) Anti-carjacking techniques(k) Door and window management.02424
4.24.Examination of professional light vehicle driverTheory and practical examination.20.52.5
Total57.553109.5
4.5Introduction to Professional Light Vehicles
4.5.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to demonstrate knowledge of operation of professional light vehicle.
4.5.2Content
4.5.T/P1Knowledge of operation of professional light vehicle.
4.5.T/P2Requirements to obtain the professional driving licence.
4.5.T/P3Importance or role of professional light vehicles as a part of the national transportation system.
4.5.T/P4Crash rate of the professional light vehicles.
4.6Construction and Controls of Professional Light Vehicles
4.6.1Expected OutcomeThe learner should be able to demonstrate knowledge in the construction and controls of professional light vehicles.