Defensive Driving – Commercial

In a classroom setting, defensive driving techniques are presented with the aid of various audio-visual devices. These courses are designed to involve participants in group discussions of common driving problems that are encountered by drivers each day.

Module 1—The Law (Legal Element)

• Rules and regulations that apply to commercial motor vehicle operation

Module 2—The Driver (Human Element)

• The human elements that affect our ability to drive safely including attitude, mental/emotional state, complacency, physical well-being, nutrition, sleep, vision, and knowledge

Module 3—The Vehicle (Mechanical Element)

• Vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and factors that affect steering, stopping, and handling

Module 4—The Environment

• Inside the vehicle, road surface conditions, traffic conditions, and weather conditions

Module 5—Driving Defensively

• Collision prevention; use of mirrors, signs, and signals; passing; intersections; turning procedures; expressway driving; and backing procedures