Safer Driving Practice

Managing Risk on the Roads

The Road Safety & Sustainable Travel Unit has designed a course aimed at company car and high mileage drivers. The course, entitled 'Safer Driving Practice', aims to address the many issues associated with the increased risks experienced by this group of drivers.

Experienced Road Safety Officers, all of whom come from a driver training background, deliver the theory element, while qualified Approved Driving Instructors, all of which are experienced in the delivery of defensive driving techniques, conduct the practical sessions.

Half day in-class session which includes:

Drivers Attitude & Behaviour
Defensive Driving Techniques
Impairment & Distractions
Incident Avoidance scenarios
Highway Code knowledge

Following the theory session:

A practical assessment with feedback will be conducted followed by advice on defensive driving techniques.
A written report will be given to each driver at the conclusion of the practical session.

Benefits of Defensive Driver Training:

Reduced risk to road traffic incidents
Enhances personal development
Raises Company profile
Addresses Health & Safety issues regarding Occupational Road Risk
Should reduce accident costs and down time
Addresses environmental issues
Assists in reducing stress and fatigue while driving

Further information

If you would like an informal discussion about this course please contact the Road Safety & Sustainable Unit on 01785 276617

E-mail: roadsafety@staffordshire.gov.uk

Last Modified: 23/04/2008 09:49:39
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