Passing the category C driving test is just the first step in becoming a truly safe and competent bus driver.
Getting a full driving licence allows you to drive unaccompanied on all public roads in the category of vehicle for which you hold a full licence.
If you passed your driving test in an automatic vehicle you will only be licensed to drive that type of vehicle.
There are also some special conditions that apply to novice drivers during the first two years:
If you are still a category B (car and light van) novice driver:
Now you're a fully-qualified and licensed bus driver. But you should never stop learning more driving skills and road safety awareness. Remember, now that you're a bus driver, you're even more responsible for your safety and the safety of others.
Research shows that the highest period of risk for a driver is the first two years following qualification.
You must display N-plates on any vehicle you drive for a period of two years from qualification.
This means that if it is less than two years since you got your category B (car and light van) driving licence, you must also display N-plates on any truck you drive until that two-year period ends.
Full guidance on the use of N-plates.
No. You cannot act as a sponsor or accompanying driver for a category C (truck) learner driver until you have held your category C licence for two years.