Defensive Driving - Large Vehicles

Course Description 

Most vehicle accidents are the result of human error. An accident or collision occurs if an error is made incorrectly. A consistent, defensive approach to driving is the best way to reduce the likelihood of driver error. This course aims to provide drivers of large vehicles with the knowledge and safe driving techniques they need to prevent collisions and violations.

Course Objectives  

• List the five characteristics of defensive drivers.
• State the three major causes of traffic accidents.
• Describe your actions to remain in control of yourself as you drive.
• Describe what you can do to control your vehicle as you drive.
• List the eight most common driving errors and give examples of how to prevent them.
• State the collision prevention formula.
• Describe the action to take during a collision/traffic incident.

Course Duration

43 minutes

Target Audience 

Managers, supervisors, engineers, technicians, or any individual working directly with this equipment or product  

Requisite Knowledge 

None