Resources Needed to run First Gear and On Two Wheels

The main resources needed for the delivery of First Gear and On Two Wheels are:

• Venue/s - The key factor in organising a First Gear or On Two Wheels programme is finding a venue or venues. The nature and location of the venue is likely to have an impact on the programme design as well as timing, numbers etc. While it is often possible to arrange the driving/riding and mechanics parts of the programme at the same venue, the discussion-based 'In the Mind' element requires a more comfortable setting - warmth, seating and so on. It may also require access to visual aids.

• Vehicle/s - a car or motorcycles are needed. It is essential that dual control facilities are fitted to the vehicles that are utilised for practical experience in the First Gear programme. A DSA-approved body will be able to supply motorcycles and safety equipment for use in On Two Wheels training.

• Basic tools for motor vehicle maintenance - such as screwdrivers, spanners, pliers, hammer, feeler gauges, soft iron wire, tape, lubricant spray, tow rope and jump leads, fuses and small bulbs, spare parts, red triangle, battery lead, electric torch, and fire extinguisher.

• Personal protective clothing - such as overalls for participants, gloves and glasses for battery checks, and hand cleaner.

• Training resources - such as OHP, video, flipchart, pens; etc.

• First Gear & On Two Wheels Trainers manual

• Insurance Cover - Adequate insurance cover will be required and workers are expected to ensure that their organisation is adequately covered to deliver a First Gear and On Two Wheels programme. UK Youth is not in the position to offer insurance, but experience shows that providing you use approved instructors and your normal premises, then you will be already covered. Before you can be approved as a First Gear and On Two Wheels provider, UK Youth will need to be satisfied that you are covered for all three programme elements.

Costs

Unfortunately, due to geographic differences, it is not possible to give an accurate breakdown of the costs involved. Experience has shows that each area will be able to access financial and ‘in kind’ support- the level of support, however may not be the same from area to area.