- More than a quarter of all work-related fatalities occur in occupations that require driving, or the transportation of goods, making the need for defensive driving skills clear. In order to avoid injury, or worse, death, drivers need to understand what defensive driving really means and what unique challenges a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driver faces... even for veteran drivers.
- Defensive driving involves intentionally driving in such a way as to reduce the risk of an accident. This program is designed to help drivers develop their defensive driving skills.
- The Video Training Book is a portable training format that allows you to leverage J. J. Keller® training video content anytime, anywhere. It is ideal for training one employee at a time. No internet connection or classroom needed! View the “What’s a video training book?” section below to learn more.
What's Included
- (1) Video Training Book containing a 73-minute main program video - Combines engaging video and editing technology with expertise from industry professionals at all levels. Divided into four training modules, plus one bonus video:
- Prepare (18 mins)
- Trip Planning
- Pre-Trip Inspection
- Healthy Habits
- Hazard Perception Challenge
- Communicate (15 mins)
- Communicate Intent
- Communicate Presence
- Using Your Horn
- Communication from Others
- Hazard Perception Challenge
- Looks (23 mins)
- Distance Scanning
- Visual Search
- Use of Mirrors
- Hazard Perception
- Hazard Perception Challenge
- Manage Speed & Space (17 mins)
- Speed Management
- The Effects of Road Conditions
- Space Management
- Hazard Perception Challenge
- Bonus Video: Collision Avoidance Systems (8 mins)
- Describes common collision avoidance systems and identifies how they might alert drivers of danger.
- Emphasizes collision avoidance systems are a backup to defensive driving, not a replacement for it.
- (5) Driver Handbooks - English (Product Code: 55492) - Provide a portable, easy-to-understand reference to be used during and after training. Review key points and includes quizzes to check employees' understanding of the material.
- (1) Training Log
- (1) Earbud Set
- (1) AC Adapter
- (4) Answer Keys
What's Covered
After completing the program, drivers will be able to:
- Explain how being prepared impacts defensive driving
- Identify ways to communicate with, and receive signals from, other drivers
- Demonstrate how to look for hazards by scanning the road ahead and using their mirrors
- Recognize how to effectively manage speed and space
Interested in a license to use J. J. Keller content on your intranet or LMS?
For a quote to use this training content on your company intranet or learning management system, contact us at customsolutions@jjkeller.com or 1-800-327-6868.Learn more.
