The
logbook will be used to record the supervised on-road driving
experience that learner license holders (under the age of 25) will now
be required to meet.
The requirement to record driving
experience in a logbook is not applicable for learner drivers over 25
years of age, however it is highly recommended.
Supervised On-Road Driving ExperienceThe amount of time that will need to be recorded in the logbook will depend on:
- The learner's age at 1st issue (under 25 years or over 25 years)
- The date the license was obtained
- Being able to meet the transitional requirements
If the learner license was:
- Issued before 01/07/07, there is no requirement to record supervised on-road driving experience in a logbook.
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Issued or renewed on / after 01/07/07, 100 hours supervised on-road
driving experience including 10 hours night driving must be recorded.
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Additionally, there are specific transitional arrangements for the
first time learner license applicants who turn 16 and a half between
01/06/07 and 31/12/07 and apply for a learner license within the first
six months of implementation. These applicants are required to complete
60 hours supervised on-road driving experience including 5 hours of
night driving.
If the learner driver uses an accredited driver
trainer they will be able to record the hours at 1:3. For example, a 1
hour lesson will be recorded as 3 hours in the logbook, up to a maximum
of:
- 10 hours (10 x 1 hour sessions = a total of 30 hours) for the 100 hour requirement.
- 5 hours (5 x 1 hour sessions = a total of 15 hours) for the 60 hour requirement.
