Defensive Driving Course, Sydney - Eastern Creek - NSW

The Defensive Driver Training Course has been developed to provide drivers with a greater understanding of the risks associated with operating vehicles in a variety of environments.The course takes into consideration the requirements for employers and employees under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (1984) and has been designed to closely follow guidelines set by the Office of Road Safety, ATSB, WorkSafe and the RTA.We identified that most car crashes are associated with -?? Disregard to road conditions?? Speeding?? Driving when tired?? Trip and time management?? Not wearing seat belts?? Vehicle loadsThis course includes theory and practical sessions to develop safe driving behaviour.Drivers will use their own vehicle during the practical components of this course (must be registered and subject to basic safety checks). All practical components are conducted at suburban traffic speeds and all relevant road laws must be adhered to at all times.All participants will be presented with a Certificate of Achievement for attending the course.Knowledge Covered?? Concentration and Attitude?? Risk Taking Behaviour?? Fatigue Awareness and Time Management?? Effects of Speed?? Vehicle Loading / Trailer Towing?? Trip Management?? Road Law?? Alcohol Awareness?? Drug Awareness?? Common Crash Scenarios?? Safety in the car?? Driving Position?? Steering Techniques?? System of Vehicle Control?? Braking Systems?? Tyres?? Emergency Procedures?? Defensive Driving TechniquesSkills Covered?? Achieve a safe emergency stop on a wet road?? Apply hazard avoidance techniques?? Experience the effect of speed on stopping distance?? Apply vision skills?? Apply correct car control techniquesAt the completion of the course it is expected that all drivers will demonstrate -?? An awareness of how risk taking and motivation can affect your safety on the road.?? How to identify potential hazards and avoid them.?? Improved vision while driving.?? An understanding of the risks associated with Alcohol, Drugs and Fatigue.?? The importance of correct tyre pressures and condition of tyres.?? The importance of seat belts and other safety devices in the vehicle.?? How to minimise distractions and loose objects in the vehicle.?? How to identify different braking systems and how to use them effectively.?? How speed can effect stopping distances?? A responsible attitude to self, other road users and community.?? How to apply defensive driving techniques.