Description
- to show the statistics of PCV involvement in road traffic collisions
- to show the risks involved in driving
- to understand the health and safety legislation that applies to the driver at work
- to understand and apply risk assessment in the workplace
- to complete a company accident / incident form
- to appreciate vulnerable road users and how to respond safely
- to understand the medical conditions that may prevent drivers from driving commercial vehicles
- to understand factors that influence the safety of the driver - speed awareness, seatbelts, fatigue / alcohol/ drugs and penalties
- to be aware of bridge strikes , the consequences , prevention of hitting a bridge
- to be aware of tunnel procedure in case of accident, breakdown and fire
- to be aware of how to deal with a bus fire - fire extinguisher type and use
- to be able to understand and drive safely in adverse weather conditions
Subject Areas
- Vulnerable Road Users
- Health, Safety & Emergencies
- Personal Health & Wellbeing
- Physical/Mental Health & Wellbeing