Objective: The Defensive Driving Training is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to anticipate and respond effectively to road hazards, reduce the risk of accidents, and promote safe driving practices. This training aims to instil a proactive mindset to minimize potential driving risks and enhance safety for drivers, passengers, and road users.
Target Audience:
Professional drivers (e.g., delivery, logistics, company fleet)
Employees who drive as part of their job responsibilities
Organizations seeking to improve overall road safety
Individuals interested in improving their driving skills
Key Topics Covered:
Understanding Defensive Driving Principles
The concept of defensive driving
Benefits of defensive driving in workplace safety
Risk Identification and Management
Identifying potential road hazards
Risk mitigation strategies
Vehicle Safety Checks
Conducting pre-journey inspections
Ensuring vehicle roadworthiness
Safe Driving Techniques
Proper speed management
Safe following distance and lane discipline
Handling adverse weather and road conditions
Anticipating and Reacting to Hazards
Recognizing unsafe behaviours in other drivers
Defensive maneuvers for emergency situations
Fatigue Management and Driver Behaviour
Identifying and managing fatigue risks
Promoting positive driving habits and stress reduction
Accident Prevention Strategies
Avoiding common driving mistakes
Understanding and following road traffic laws
Practical Exercises and Case Studies
Analyzing real-life scenarios
Simulation of defensive driving techniques
5 Seeing Habits
Techniques that help drivers to use their sense of sight to improve their ability to prevent vehicle accidents.
Defensive drivers drive safely and anticipate the unsafe acts of others.
Alert at all times and use their eyes to identify hazards and their experience to determine the proper response.
Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2020
Penalties for traffic offences
Demerit Point
Learning Outcomes: Participants will:
Gain the ability to foresee and avoid potential road hazards.
Develop effective strategies for managing high-risk situations.
Understand the importance of proactive vehicle maintenance.
Be equipped with techniques to improve overall driving safety and efficiency.
Training Delivery:
Duration: 1-2 days (customizable based on client needs)
Methodology:
Classroom-based learning (lectures, videos, and discussions)
Hands-on practical driving sessions
Interactive group exercises and assessments
Certification: Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successfully completing the training.
This training is tailored to meet the specific needs of your workforce or organization, ensuring a significant improvement in road safety performance