DEFENSIVE DRIVING TRAINING
This Defensive Driving online course teaches the six components of the SAFER System of Defensive Driving: Space, Attitude, Foresight, Eyesight, and Responsibility and will benefit all employees and family members who have a driver’s license. This course will teach you how to drive safely and help prevent accidents. Upon successful completion of this Defensive Driving online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.
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Approximately 6 hours
Assessment
Testing conducted throughout this Defensive Driving Safety Course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A passing mark of 80% must be achieved to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are able to repeat the course twice if the 80
Completion
Upon successful completion of this Defensive Driving Safety Course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.
Defensive Driving Safety Course
COURSE OUTLINE
SAFER System of Defensive Driving
Most common collisions
Following too close
Backing up
Intersections
Wildlife collisions
Fatigue
Advanced driving
Ditch entry and recovery
Vision
Emergency braking
Skid control
Collision avoidance
Complacency
General Tips:
A good defensive driver will:
Maintain adequate distance around the vehicle and is aware of what’s in the blind spot
Keep eyes scanning for traffic nearby and down the road.
Frequently checking mirrors for other vehicle positions
Be aware of possible danger in advance in case prevention action is required
Be ready to take corrective action due to the errors of other drivers
Give up the right of way if danger is avoided
Adjust driving behavior according to roads conditions, maintain an appropriate speed and take extra care.
Always wear a seatbelt
Always show courtesy to all road users
Never drink alcohol, use drugs or be impaired while driving
Always obey the speed limits
Never take risks or make sudden lane changes causing an unsafe and dangerous situation
Always keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the one ahead
Avoid distractions associated with electronic devices such as phones and GPS
Never text and drive. Put the phone away for the trip so it is out of sight, out of reach and out of mind
Check traffic in all directions before entering an intersection
Click here for Defensive Driving tips from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation