Mobility dealers show strong support for latest PWMS retailer training course at Herts Ability
Attended by a healthy number of local mobility equipment dealers, Herts Ability, the accredited Driving Mobility centre based in Welwyn Garden City, has hosted the latest Powered Wheelchair and Mobility Scooter (PWMS) Retailer Training Course.
Supported by the Department for Transport in England, the charity Driving Mobility provides this customer assessment and safety training scheme for mobility scooter retailers. The courses aim to improve road safety for all – through a process that ensures people looking to purchase, or hire mobility vehicles, are given comprehensive advice on the right product for their individual needs along with safe driving guidance.
The course at Herts Ability was split in two halves, welcoming two different groups to complete the training. Attendees had a range of expertise from new starters to assessors and manufacturers of specialist equipment. Following an indoor presentation and discussion, the trainees completed a test drive on different scooters and wheelchairs and experienced what this element of an assessment would involve.
The participants also learnt about visual field deficits and other vision impairments, using specialist glasses which proved to be an insightful exercise. Both groups came together for lunch where some good quality networking took place.
James Hinkins, who led the course said: “It was a pleasure to support these independent companies in completing the PWMS retailer training.
“I believe we all formed new professional relationships which will be beneficial to not just us, but individuals living in the local area with restricted mobility. By working together, we can ensure better, more appropriate mobility product provision for greater independence and road safety in the community.”
To sign up for a free training course near you, contact Driving Mobility on info@drivingmobility.org.uk.