DDS - Defensive Driving Skills

Duration

One day in the classroom. Practical and Observation is determined by the Learner's Experience and Prior Learning.

Overview

Theoretical and Practical Defensive Driving for Professional Drivers. Also Suitable as a Refresher.
This Course is based on Selected Outcomes of the Unit Standards for:
Operating a Rigid Light Vehicle
Operating a Rigid Heavy Vehicle
Operating a Vehicle Combination

Content

  • Introduction to Defensive and Economical Driving
  • Pre-trip Inspections
  • What do we inspect on the vehicle and why?
  • Vehicle Inspection Checklist
  • Common causes of accidents
  • Defensive Driving
  • Human limitations
  • Hazards
  • Visibility
  • Eye-lead time
  • Space management
  • Reaction Time