ADI Part 1 - BAND 1 Explained ADI Part 1 Band 1: Road Procedure This section tests your understanding of how to use the road safely, correctly, and according to the law—but with the added expectation that you’ll be teaching others to do the same. It’s not just about how you drive, but how you’ll help your learners navigate real-world traffic situations

ADI Part 1 - BAND 1 Explained


ADI Part 1 Band 1: Road Procedure

This section tests your understanding of how to use the road safely, correctly, and according to the law—but with the added expectation that you’ll be teaching others to do the same.

It’s not just about how you drive, but how you’ll help your learners navigate real-world traffic situations

What Topics are covered in the ADI part 1 Band 1?


What Topics Are Covered in Band 1? Rules of the Road

You’ll need to know:

  • Correct use of lanes, roundabouts, junctions, and slip roads
  • Priority rules (e.g. unmarked junctions, mini roundabouts, merges)
  • When and how to use indicators
  • Following distances and stopping distances
  • Overtaking rules and lane discipline
  • Why it matters:
    Your pupils will ask you "Who has right of way here?" or "Should I go now?" You must know the rules—and be able to explain them simply.



What Topics are covered in the ADI part 1 Band 1? What Topics Are Covered in Band 1? Rules of the Road You’ll need to know: Correct use of lanes, roundabouts, junctions, and slip roads Priority rules (e.g. unmarked junctions, mini roundabouts, merges) When and how to use indicators Following distances and stopping distances Overtaking rules and lane discipline Why it matters: Your pupils will ask you Who has right of way here? or Should I go now? You must know the rules—and be able to explain them simply.

ADI Part 1 Band 1


Safe Driving Practices

This includes:

  • Speed limits for different vehicles and roads
  • Mirror-signal-manoeuvre routines
  • Use of gears, clutch control, and engine braking
  • Dealing with vulnerable road users (pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, horses)

🧠 Why it matters:
Many new drivers struggle with hazard awareness and speed judgement. You’ll need to spot poor habits before they form.

ADI Part 1 Band 1 Curriculum


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Use of the Road You’ll also be tested on: Entering and leaving carriageways Positioning in lanes and at junctions Rules for box junctions and yellow lines How to deal with obstructions and parked vehicles Correct use of signals, especially timing and repetition Why it matters: Positioning errors and poor road use are among the top reasons for test failures. As an ADI, it’s your job to teach this with clarity and confidence. 

ADI Part 1 Band 1 Topics

Use of the Road


You’ll also be tested on:

  • Entering and leaving carriageways
    Positioning in lanes and at junctions
    Rules for box junctions and yellow lines
    How to deal with obstructions and parked vehicles
    Correct use of signals, especially timing and repetition
    Why it matters:
    Positioning errors and poor road use are among the top reasons for test failures. As an ADI, it’s your job to teach this with clarity and confidence.



ADI Part 1 Band 1 Why it Matters




Why Band 1 Matters So Much

Band 1 is the bread and butter of safe, legal driving. As a future ADI, you're not just expected to follow the rules—you’re expected to:

  • Teach them clearly
    Spot when a pupil doesn't understand them
    Correct misunderstandings calmly and effectively
    You’re setting the tone for a safe driving career—and a test-ready pupil.


Why Band 1 Matters So Much Band 1 is the bread and butter of safe, legal driving. As a future ADI, youre not just expected to follow the rules—you’re expected to: Teach them clearly Spot when a pupil doesnt understand them Correct misunderstandings calmly and effectively You’re setting the tone for a safe driving career—and a test-ready pupil.
Sample Topics You May Be Asked About in Band 1: When you can cross a solid white line How to correctly use roundabouts Speed limits for cars vs cars with trailers Safe distances in different weather conditions Correct positioning at junctions and dual carriageways

ADI Part 1 Band 1 Topics



Sample Topics You May Be Asked About in Band 1:

  • When you can cross a solid white line
  • How to correctly use roundabouts
  • Speed limits for cars vs cars with trailers
  • Safe distances in different weather conditions
  • Correct positioning at junctions and dual carriageways




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