EYE ON Defensive Driving

EYE ON Defensive Driving

Course Length: 30 minutes

Overview: Defensive driving skills are impacted by a variety of factors, most under a driver’s control. Pre-trip inspections are the first step because these inspections ensure all systems are working properly in a vehicle. Lights, brakes, signals, among other things, are functioning as they should be. Defensive driving means that a driver is aware of other drivers and situations and practicing proper speed and space management. Having the right attitude is also essential to defensive driving.

This course is designed to familiarize CMV drivers with the basics of defensive driving, including steps to take to managing speed and space, making sure you are seeing hazards as well as being seen, and having the right attitude.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Explain why seeing and being seen is the most important aspect of defensive driving
• List steps you can take to help ensure you can see and be seen
• Describe when and where to scan when driving
• Describe how to manage speed and space in order to drive defensively
• State how attitude plays a role in defensive driving

Outline:

J. J. Keller's EYE ON Defensive Driving covers the following topics:

Driving Defensively

• Before You Hit the Road
• Seeing & Being Seen
• Having a Heightened Awareness
• Managing Your Speed & Space
• Having the Right Attitude

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