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It consolidates accommodations confirmed in DVSA DT1 and related documents, highlighting when examiners may need reminders. 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This information guide lets ADIs know what is available and will also make it easier for the examiner to check what is permitted to ensure that the appropriate assistance is provided; references to the relevant documents are included.  \n1) The eyesight test (reading a vehicle number plate at a distance of 20 metres):  \nDVSA DT1 [https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/6-general-technical-matters](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/6-general-technical-matters)[ ](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/6-general-technical-matters)section 6.17 gives specific advice regarding candidates with dyslexia (or other reading difficulties) .  \n“Black on Yellow is ordinarily easier to distinguish by most dyslexic candidates. They may also read back to front or in a non-uniform order and may have difficulty distinguishing between certain images, for example B and 8, D and O, 5 and S. They may find it easier to write down the letters and numbers rather than reading them out-this is deemed to be a reasonable adjustment”.(Alternatively use a printed sheet to point at the numbers/letters) .  \nDeaf candidates may also need to write down the letters rather than read them out. The ADI or independent interpreter may need to assist with the instructions for this.  \nDisabled candidates with mobility difficulties may remain in the car to read the number plate (examiners may advise where to park to facilitate this) .  \n2) ‘Tell me’ safety questions (before the start of the test):  \nDVSA DT1 section 6.20 [https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/6-general](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/6-general)technical-matters states that “where a special need prevents a candidate from carrying out a practical activity for the‘tell me’ question (e.g. physical disability making walking round the car or opening the bonnet difficult) they should be asked to demonstrate understanding by oral explanation”.  \n3) General communication and interaction with candidates:  \nDVSA DT1 section 8.13 [https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/8-](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/8-)[candidates-with-a-disability-health-condition-or-learning-difficulty](candidates-with-a-disability-health-condition-or-learning-difficulty details special needs provisions available for those)[ details special needs provisions available for those](candidates-with-a-disability-health-condition-or-learning-difficulty details special needs provisions available for those)[ ](candidates-with-a-disability-health-condition-or-learning-difficulty details special needs provisions available for those)[with learning difficulties or spectrum and processing disorders. It states that](with learning difficulties or spectrum and processing disorders. It states that) “where a spectrum condition (or special need) is declared or apparent and providing the test is not undermined, the examiners should, wherever possible adapt their approach to accommodate the candidate”.  \nSection 1:21 of DT1 [https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/1-car-driving-test](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1/1-car-driving-test)[ ](https://www.gov.uk/guidance","cbCaikylZW9nz850","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikylZW9nz850","pdf",168088,"English","# Special needs accommodations overview\n# Eye sight test: reading a number plate at 20 metres\n# “Tell me” safety questions\n# General communication and interaction\n# Provisions for deaf candidates\n# Independent driving and examiner awareness","[{\"question\":\"What accommodations are suggested for the eyesight test when reading a number plate at 20 metres?\",\"answer\":\"DVSA DT1 advises supporting candidates with reading difficulties, such as dyslexia, by using high-contrast presentation and allowing alternative methods like writing down characters or using a printed sheet to point at the numbers and letters.\"},{\"question\":\"How should “tell me” safety questions be handled if a candidate cannot perform the activity?\",\"answer\":\"Where a special need prevents the candidate from carrying out the practical activity, DT1 states they should demonstrate understanding through an oral explanation of the required steps.\"},{\"question\":\"What support is available for deaf candidates during the practical test?\",\"answer\":\"DT1 allows a special needs interpreter to accompany deaf and/or non-speaking candidates for tests conducted in English or Welsh only, with the interpreter at least 16 years old. Examiners may also use a Deaf Candidate Support Pack as part of reasonable adjustments.\"}]","Special Needs Accommodations for the Practical Test - Advice to ADIs | PDF"]