Rules / Eligibility   Eligibility   Drivers of local bus and inter-urban express services such as National Express and Green Line are eligible to compete if they have been employed as a driver, (not necessarily by the same company,) since 1st September of the year preceding the competition, and during the same period have not been involved in an accident for which they are in any way at fault, have not been absent from work for any period exceeding fourteen weeks continuous duration, and have no extant endorsements on their licences at the time of application. BDoY seeks to reward full-time drivers who exercise their skills throughout the year, and it is therefore also a requirement that a driver works at least three full shifts per week in order to qualify for entry to the competition.   Rules for the Final   The following general penalties will be applicable to all tests in the National Final: Touching, running on to or over any kerb or simulated kerb - 50 points Touching any hazard - 50 to 200 points Incorrect stopping at bus stops and poor positioning at kerb up to - 40 points Failure to maintain forward or reverse movement (for each shunt) - 20 points Failure to follow registered route - 200 points Failure to conform to highway code – 200 points Exceeding maximum speed limit - 10 to 140 points Failure to observe minimum speed limit - 5 to 85 points Failure to comply with company regulations - various points Driving without due care and attention - 200 points Dangerous or careless driving – suspension pending investigation Highway Code and Mechanical tests - each incorrect answer 10 points Unsigned driving licence - 100 points Non wearing of company/corporate uniform – 100 points Positive breath test – immediate disqualification Special Notes   Assistance from any person which could influence the performance of a competitor will lead to automatic disqualification from the competition. For safety reasons spectators must not enter any part of the test area. Parents are requested to keep their children under control in the vicinity of the test area.   ©2003-2010 UK Bus Driver of the Year Association Ltd. Registered in England, No. 2159826. Registered office: 'Melrose', Tattenhall Road, Tattenhall, Chester. CH3 9QH. Design by Insomniac.