TRAINING AREA SAFETY

The TRAINING area USED for CBT training must be kept clear of vehicles, this is a legal requirement.  If, in the unlikely event, a vehicle is parked within this area, WE will endeavour to track the owner and get it removed.  If this is not possible, the CBT will unfortunately have to be postponed on safety and legal grounds.  If this is the case, we will reschedule the training.

TRAINEE SAFETY AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

On The Road will endeavour to make your training as safe and enjoyable as possible. However, there is always a small element of risk in connection with the use of any motorcycle, which cannot be totally eliminated. Unlike a car, your instructor can have no direct control over your vehicle and ultimately it is your responsibility to ride safely under the guidance of our instructors. On The Road and its employees will not be accountable for any accident or incident that may occur during the training. Any damage caused to our motorcycles will be repaired at the expense of the student / applicant (see accidental damage section)

ADVERSE WEATHER 

If OUR instructor feels adverse weather (heavy rain, wind, ice etc) will have an affect on the safety or concentration of the trainees, they reserve the right to postpone the session. The session will be rescheduled TO A SUITABLE TIME.

TRAINEE CONDUCT FOR YOUR SAFETY

You are responsible for always acting in accordance with the directions and advice given to you by your instructor during your training sessions. You are also responsible for making sure that you are adequately dressed and protected for motorcycle riding. You are obliged to inform us of any physical OR MENTAL condition that could adversely affect safety or training. You must not be over tired, injured or suffering from any ailment or have taken any drugs or alcohol which could affect your riding. You must inform your instructor if there are any problems in this respect. The student must arrive in plenty of time to allow for the course to start on time. Lateness will result in loss of the TRAINEE’s allocated training time IN THE EVENT THE FULL COURSE CANNOT BE COMPLETED TRAINEE WILL BE ASKED TO RETURN AT ANOTHER DATE AND INCUR A CHARGE. The Instructor has the right to halt or suspend training of a TRAINEE if THEY believe the student is incapacitated in any way through drink or drugs, or fails to comply with instructions or safety standards.

ANY AGGRESSIVE ATTITUDES OR BEHAVIOUR CONSIDERED BY THE INSTRUCTOR TO BE THREATENING WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF THE LESSON/CBT WITHOUT REFUND AND IN EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES, THE POLICE MAY BE INVOLVED.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

Life can throw the occasional curve ball. You may fall sick or HAVE AN EMERGENCY. On The Road recognizes that situations arise from time to time that may require you to cancel or change your booking. If you can give us at least 72 hours notice prior to commencement of your course we are happy to rebook a time to suit both parties. This can be done only by a phone call, PLEASE leave a message if out of hours OR email.

The CBT or training fees will be forfeited by the student under the following circumstances:

(i) During your course if you do not adhere to the Instructors instruction or damage the motorcycle.

(ii) If any aggressive/threatening behaviour is demonstrated by yourself.

(iii) If you decide not to continue with your training for any reason.

(iv) If On The Road feels that the trainee can not hold a basic questions and answers conversation in English.

[v] if the instructor deems you to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol or unsafe for any other reason.

The Instructor reserves the right to withdraw the student from the selected course if the Instructor believes that the required standards of safety and control will not or have not been achieved. In this situation an alternative course may be substituted to enable the student to acquire the necessary level of competence.

Any extra training needed to get the pupil up to C.B.T standard if not reached during the normal course will be charged at THE INTRODUCTION TO MOTORCYCLE TRAINING COURSE RATE IF THIS PROVIDES THE SUFFICIANT AMOUNT OF EXTRA TRAINING NEEDED OR AT THE FULL CBT RATE IF ANOTHER FULL COURSE OF TRAINING IS REQUIRED.

ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE

Included insurance is only the legally required third party: Should you be unfortunate enough to damage the Motorcycle that is provided by On The Road then you will agree to be pay the loss incurred by On The Road for the cost of any new parts required.

DAMAGE TO OUR HELMETS

Helmets are a one use only item, if you drop or damage one of our helmets they are useless to us.  You will need to pay us £50, the helmet cost and take it away with you.

LIABILITY FOR ROAD TRAFFIC OFFENCES

You as the rider in control of the vehicle are liable for any road traffic offences including speeding fines and bus lanes fines whilst on a lesson. Your details will be passed on to the relevant authorities or the police for you to pay the fines and receive any penalty points.

ILLNESS/MEDICATION/ADDITIONAL NEEDS

Due to the increased chances of injury, On The Road needs to be informed if you have any of the following issues;

: You have any illnesses that may affect your balance, concentration or anything that may affect your ability to physically control something as heavy as a motorcycle.

: Are taking any medications.

: Are shorter than 5 feet 2 in height as our hire motorcycles have a minimum seat height.

USE OF OWN MOTORCYCLE FOR TRAINING/TEST

If you are using a motorcycle or scooter other than the one provided by On The Road please ensure that the vehicle is a road registered motorcycle and is in a roadworthy condition conforming to UK laws (Insurance, MOT, Tax, two FULL SIZE L plates). You will need to arrange to have the motorcycle dropped off at the training ground (trailer, licensed friend rides it for you etc.) as you are not permitted to ride it to the training grounds until you have a current CBT certificate. In short, the responsibility for ensuring that your bike is suitable and eligible for test is yours. On The Road reserves the right to refuse to train a student on their own machine if they deem the machine to be unsuitable for training purposes.

On The Road accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage, for any reason, to any Customer’s personal property. Any damage caused to a student’s own motorcycle whilst being used for training purposes or in transport is the responsibility of the student. On The Road cannot take responsibility for recovery of your own motorcycle in case of breakdown.  Our liability insurance doesn’t cover that.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.