DriveABLE Testing
The DriveABLE Cognitive Assessment Tool (DCAT) is an assessment protocol that uses cutting edge hardware and software to identify medically at-risk drivers. The DCAT uses a fully configured plug-and-play system comprised of a touch-screen and a 3-button base. The assessment presents 6 tasks that measure the cognitive processes needed for safe driving and predict actual on-road performance. Developed through years of university research, the DCAT is the most accurate cognitive assessment of driving performance available.
What does it Measure
The DriveABLE Cognitive Assessment Tool (DCAT) is a simple test that consists of six tasks. These tasks are performed on a touch screen. Throughout your assessment you will have a DriveABLE trained and certified assessor by your side. They will set you up for the assessment, explain every task to you, and provide you with an opportunity to practice each task before it starts.
You will be required to
The DriveABLE Cognitive Assessment Tool (DCAT) is an assessment protocol that uses cutting edge hardware and software to identify medically at-risk drivers. The DCAT uses a fully configured plug-and-play system comprised of a touch-screen and a 3-button base. The assessment presents 6 tasks that measure the cognitive processes needed for safe driving and predict actual on-road performance. Developed through years of university research, the DCAT is the most accurate cognitive assessment of driving performance available.
What does it Measure
- Motor Speed and Control
- Span of Attentional Field
- Spatial Judgement and Decision Making
- Speed of Attentional Shifting
- Coordination of Mental Abilities
- Identification of Driving Situations
The DriveABLE Cognitive Assessment Tool (DCAT) is a simple test that consists of six tasks. These tasks are performed on a touch screen. Throughout your assessment you will have a DriveABLE trained and certified assessor by your side. They will set you up for the assessment, explain every task to you, and provide you with an opportunity to practice each task before it starts.
You will be required to
- Watch the Screen
- Put your finger on the screen to touch and identify objects
- Press one of three buttons to complete tasks
- Please do not drive yourself to the assessment; have someone drive you or use alternate transportation
- If you use glasses for reading or driving, or if you wear hearing aids (make sure you have fresh batteries), please bring them with you
- Please continue to take any medication as prescribed, or as you normally would prior to driving
- The assessment will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours to complete