Defensive Driving Training
Defensive Driving Training is organized around four core areas: vehicle care, laws and controls, preparedness, and weather and hazard conditions.
Learn crucial techniques and regulatory guidelines to maintain safety on the road. This comprehensive course prepares commercial drivers with essential knowledge, covering everything from pre-trip inspections and hazard anticipation to regulatory compliance under OSHA guidelines.
Learning Objectives
After completing this training, learners will understand:
- Regulatory compliance and CSA scoring.
- Pre-trip inspections and cargo securement.
- Space and speed management.
- Hazard anticipation.
- Adverse weather conditions.
- Complex driving maneuvers.
- Driver fitness and wellness.
- Emergency response procedures.
Course Information
- Course Length: 25 Minutes
- Regulations Covered: Section 5(a)(1)
- Intended Audience: Commercial Drivers
- Format: 100% Online, Self-Paced Course
- Compliance Topic: Defensive Driving
- Copyright Date: 2026
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