martine wrote:Yes Dave I do recall and that your experience was less than pleasant...just thought you might be tempted have another go just to shut up bores like me.
After my initial drive with the Observer (with whom I got seriously at cross purposes) I had one more run out with the Chief Observer a few weeks later, and I was on my best behaviour for that one, as a result of which he told me that a little practice in applying the system more consistently would enable me to take the test with confidence - but I haven't pursued it.
I really don't think it's worth it, Martin. It would simply mean that I would be submitting myself to the ordeal of a test, which I wouldn't want to fail, and for what purpose? Driving to 'the system' does not come naturally to me, so it would be a matter of putting on an act for the test, and this would not be maintained in my subsequent driving - so what's the point?
There is no way I'm ever going to be IAM material - let alone reach any higher standard - but I'm not overly concerned about that. I very much enjoy our discussions here, and the drives I have with people from time to time, so as and when I become aware of something that I think
I can use to advantage, I try to make the appropriate adjustments to my style.
My only reservation about participating in ADUK driving days is the point I've referred to a few times - and only partially jokingly - namely, my tendency to do various things that really should be avoided by those trying to attain IAM or RoSPA standards; but I think that's enough of my waffle for now.
Best wishes all,
Dave.