Like many Private Hire Drivers working in London, you will at some point be required by TfL (Transport for London) to take your SERU assessment.
The SERU assessment stands for Safety, equality and regulatory understanding assessment. This is a test that all PHV drivers must take with TfL to either get their Private Hire Licence or continue to remain licensed as a Private Hire Driver in London to work for such platforms as Uber and Bolt.
The SERU assessment is a test which has Multiple-choice questions and complete the sentence questions based on the PHV Driver’s Handbook which was produced by TfL. You need to get 60% or more to pass the SERU assessment. As with any type of exam or test, it is essential to prepare.
How to prepare for the SERU Assessment?
Preparation for the SERU assessment can vary from person to person, it all depends on their own confidence and understanding of the industry. For example, an existing driver who has done the job for many years may find it fairly straightforward. Below we will give examples of ways drivers can prepare.
- Read the PHV Driver’s Handbook
This is a no-brainer, every driver who is preparing to take the SERU assessment should at the minimum read the PHV Driver’s Handbook provided by TfL. This handbook covers all the information needed to pass the SERU assessment. TfL also provides the content from the handbook as videos on their website.
- Take a SERU Assessment Course
There are many online courses that have helpful content including videos that cover the information from the PHV Driver’s Handbook and then they provide online quizzes and SERU mock tests to help you better prepare for your SERU assessment. You can find many online courses by searching “SERU Assessment” on Google.
- Watch Videos on YouTube
Many companies and drivers have taken the time to make videos covering the SERU assessment sections. You can watch these videos to get insights into the types of questions asked on the SERU assessment. There are many videos to choose from, you may need to go through a few before you find a creator that you prefer.
- Take SERU Mock Tests
The best way to be 100% sure of what to expect on your SERU assessment is to read the PHV Driver’s Handbook or watch videos online and then take SERU Mock Tests. This way you will get a real feel of what to expect on the actual SERU assessment and it will give you an idea of how well you’ve grasped the information from the PHV Driver’s Handbook.
Whichever option best suits your situation, it is always important to prepare for your SERU assessment to ensure you get your Private Hire Licence or continue to stay licensed.
