Description
Before starting the journey - Vehicle checks
Introduction to Health and Safety - Health & Safety responsibilities and outline the main areas of non-driving Health & Safety that they should be aware of on a day-to-day basis.
Night driving and reduced visibility - lookout for vulnerable road users to avoid potential incidents
Combatting weather conditions and the impact they have on road surfaces and the vehicle
City and town driving - Lane discipline and decision making
Motorway and main driving - Being aware of your surroundings and potential hazards
Mountainous/ Hilly terrain - Effective use of vehicle safety systems, how to break effectively, effective gear change and gear choice
Ability to anticipate, assess and adapt to risks in traffic- Anticipation and Planning while driving
Subject Areas
- Vehicle Systems (Transmission)
- Vehicle Systems (Safety)
- Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving
- Vulnerable Road Users
- Health, Safety & Emergencies
- Personal Health & Wellbeing
- Physical/Mental Health & Wellbeing