Theoretical + practical module
The truck remains the most versatile means of transport. But driving responsibly with such a heavy vehicle requires a lot of skill. The ‘Defensive Driving’ training not only refreshes existing knowledge, but also teaches you various, efficient techniques that you can apply directly in practice.
Target audience
- Professional drivers with a Class C or D driving licence.
Results
- Each participant receives 7 credit points as part of Code 95
Practical
- Theoretical part: half day
- Practical part: 3 hours
- What to bring with you:
- Identity card
- Driving licence
- The practical part takes place on public roads, so you must provide your own truck!
- Trucks can be rented if desired!
Objective
Participants gain insight into defensive driving, with special attention to:
- Consciously and responsibly participate in traffic and prevent own mistakes
- Recognizing risks and learning correct techniques
- Conscious and preventive driving, including timely anticipation of situations such as blind spots and load securing
Short content
Amply attention is given to:
The causes and severity of road accidents
Factors that contribute to accidents on public roads
Active and passive safety measures
Proactive safety behaviour
Preventive driving techniques, traffic anticipation, viewing techniques, blind spots, stopping distances and safe loading of vehicles
During the practical session, the fundamental defensive principles of maneuvering and driving on public roads are taught individually.
Additional exercises take place on private grounds, including visual checks before departure, correct entry and exit, adjusting mirrors, and checking dead corners and reversing techniques.
The practical part ‘Defensive driving’ per participant is 3h30 behind the wheel.
Ever thought about subsidies?
Different instances can give a subsidie to follow this training.
In Company training
A training course for your staff only? That is possible!
