Oilfield Driver Awareness

Oilfield Driver Awareness

•  course is aimed at workers who drive in oilfield environments who require the needed skills and a certificate showcasing their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

• This course will teach strategies to improve driving behaviour and mitigate factors that influence driver attitudes.

Learning Objectives & Specific Outcomes:

• Upon completion of this course, students will be able to understand the oilfield driving environment and the special considerations required to safety operate a motor vehicle in these situations.

• In addition, this course may be required for workers who will be driving in the oil industry. Alberta students who receive a score equal or greater than 80% on the written exam may be eligible for a reduction of 3 demerit points. 

Topics Include:

• Sculpting a safe and professional driving attitude

• Defensive driving skills

• Regulations and policies at the provincial and federal level

• National Safety Code (NSC) requirements

• Proper vehicle inspections

• Off-highway driving techniques

• Journey management, road conditions and hazard identification