For Transport Operators and Community Transport

Appropriate training is an integral part of our “badging” process as it is front-line in ensuring the Safeguarding of those individuals for whom the County Council is responsible for providing passenger transport.

The following training courses are mandatory for all staff working on Worcestershire County Council transport contracts, proof of certification will be required in order to obtain a WCC ID badge.

Minibus drivers (9-16 passenger seats)training: 

• Smoke evacuation training certificate
• Wheelchair tie-downs training certificate
• Tail lift training 

Passenger Assistant training: 

• Passenger Assistant Training (PATS) training certificate
• Behaviour Management training certificate OR training date booked (to be completed within 3 months)
• Emergency First Aid at Work training certificate OR training date booked (to be completed within 3 months)

How to book Passenger Assistant and Driver training courses:

Email: trainingservices@worcestershire.gov.uk