Defensive Driving

Safe driving in today’s complex traffic environment requires the adoption of a behavior called defensive driving. A defensive driver is someone who takes all reasonable precautions to prevent traffic incidents despite the actions of those around them.

Course Description:

This course is designed to teach you the techniques and practices required to be a defensive driver by going over and above what is required by law. You will be provided with a standard of driving excellence that you can use to evaluate and improve your own driving. Whether it's at work or at home, becoming a defensive driver is a valuable and necessary asset.

Topics Covered:

• Principles and foundations of defensive driving
• How our attitude and emotions affect our driving
• The four categories of driving impairment
• Driving with children
• Navigating intersections
• Properly passing vehicles and making split-second decisions
• Turning, merging, and right of way
• Aggressive driving
• Distracted driving
• Optional modules including other road users, winter driving, and pre-trip inspection/fuel efficiency