New Hire Orientation - General Industry: Defensive Driving

Description

This course focuses on enhancing safety and awareness for individuals operating commercial vehicles. Participants will gain insights into the unique challenges of driving commercial vehicles, emphasizing the importance of concentration and vehicle inspection. Topics include thorough vehicle checks, road condition assessments, and strategies for avoiding distractions. The course aims to instill a proactive approach to prevent accidents and promote responsible driving habits. Identify how to conduct comprehensive inspections of commercial vehicles, covering essential components such as tires, lights, wipers, and fuel systems. Enhance awareness of road conditions, potential hazards, and weather factors, enabling drivers to make informed decisions and adapt their driving behavior accordingly. Describe the dangers of distracted driving and learn effective strategies to maintain focus on operating the vehicle, including avoiding cellphone use and managing other potential distractions.

Course Objectives:

Identify how to conduct comprehensive inspections of commercial vehicles, covering essential components such as tires, lights, wipers, and fuel systems.;Enhance awareness of road conditions, potential hazards, and weather factors, enabling drivers to make informed decisions and adapt their driving behavior accordingly.;Describe the dangers of distracted driving and learn effective strategies to maintain focus on operating the vehicle, including avoiding cellphone use and managing other potential distractions.;;

Duration: 10 min.

System Requirements

Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, iPad iOS, Mac OS 10, Apple Safari 8, Android Google Chrome. Works on Mobile, Tablet or Computer.

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