Description
For drivers to recognise the safety considerations when driving on different road types and the correct associated driving behaviour.
For drivers to recognise the changes in driving that are needed for different road types
For drivers to identify the risk of vulnerable road users to them, the risks faced by vulnerable road users and the measures, safe practises and driving behaviour that can reduce these risks.
For drivers to have an updated knowledge on the Highway Code and be able to apply this to their daily driving activities
For drivers to recognise and discuss the steps they need to take to prevent a bridge strike and how to deal with a bridge strike incident if it does occur
For drivers to recognise the risks posed to road workers, themselves and other road users, how to minimise the risks and the correct driving behaviour and attitude when dealing with roadworks and traffic
For drivers to have awareness of route planning systems, be able to discuss the techniques used, to understand the reasoning behind using route planning systems and to know what should be considered when planning all routes
Subject Areas
- Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving
- Vulnerable Road Users
- Professional Driver & Company Issues