Did you know that if you are driving 88 kph and take your eyes off the road for five seconds, you will have driven about 91 meters?
Did you know that if you are driving 88 kph and take your eyes off the road for five seconds, you will have driven about 91 meters? Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of accidents, but there are other dangers that it is important to be aware of when driving. People can find themselves at the receiving end of someone’s road rage, and oftentimes, this can lead to traumatic accidents or experiences. Knowing how to prepare for all of these roadblocks can help keep you safe on the road. In this course on Driving Safety, we will discuss the best practices for safe driving. We will explain how to safely navigate around large vehicles and school buses, as well as in poor weather conditions. We will also talk about the negative impacts of distracted driving, road rage, and what you need to do in the event of an accident.
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the importance of safe driving
- Explain how to drive in poor weather conditions
- Identify the best practices to deal with aggressive drivers
- Describe what you should do in the case of an accident
Skills you’ll gain
Defensive DrivingBus DrivingHighway DrivingSafety TrainingTransportation SafetyTruck DrivingWhat You'll Learn
- Discuss the importance of safe driving and general safe driving principles
- Explain how to drive in poor weather and night conditions
- Identify best practices for dealing with aggressive drivers and road rage
- Describe what you should do in the case of an accident or driving emergency
- Navigate safely around large trucks, buses, and school buses
- Recognize the negative impacts of distracted driving
Key Takeaways
- Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of accidents.
- Driving at 88 kph and taking your eyes off the road for five seconds means driving about 91 meters without looking.
- Road rage can leave people on the receiving end of traumatic accidents or experiences.
- Knowing how to prepare for roadblocks such as poor weather, large vehicles, and aggressive drivers helps keep you safe on the road.
- The course covers what to do in the event of an accident as well as how to navigate around large vehicles and school buses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this Driving Safety course cover?
The course discusses best practices for safe driving, including how to safely navigate around large vehicles and school buses and in poor weather conditions, the negative impacts of distracted driving and road rage, and what to do in the event of an accident.
What will I learn by the end of the course?
You will learn to discuss the importance of safe driving, explain how to drive in poor weather conditions, identify the best practices to deal with aggressive drivers, and describe what you should do in the case of an accident.
What topics are included in the lessons?
Lessons include Preparing To Drive Safely, General Safe Driving Principles, Driving Around Trucks and Buses, Night Driving and Adverse Weather Conditions, Distracted Driving, Road Rage, and Driving Emergencies.
What skills does this course help build?
The course builds skills in defensive driving, bus driving, highway driving, safety training, transportation safety, and truck driving.
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Driving Safety Most of us travel the roads every day in cars, vans or trucks driving to and from work, heading out on sales calls, making deliveries or providing service to customers As part of a daily grind, Driving may seem routine, but the roads can be very dangerous. Each year, accidents claim over a million lives worldwide, almost 40,000 in the US alone, as well as resulting in millions of serious injuries. In fact, motor vehicle crashes are the number one cause of death on the job. This may make the driver's seat the most dangerous place you've ever been. Fortunately, most accidents can be prevented if you approach driving with the proper attitude, good driving skills, and a well-maintained vehicle.
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