objectivesWhether you’re on or off the job site – whenever you’re operating a motor vehicle, safety is paramount. That’s why it’s important to keep your road safety knowledge fresh and learn the proper ways to handle various situations with defensive driving technique training. Our online Defensive Driving Techniques for Construction course takes only an hour to complete and can go a long way in keeping you, your coworkers, and fellow drivers safe.
NOTICE: This course is not a substitute for specific training or equipment use.
In this intermediate-level course, you’ll cover a variety of pertinent driver safety issues and methods to reduce the likelihood of an accident. Topics include:
A review of critical driver safety issues, such as aggressive driving, intersection accidents, and backing safety
Definition of “The Good Driver” and “Cushion of Safety”
The precautions to take before operating a motor vehicle, including seat belts and airbags
Tips on how to control the hazards that cause most accidents
Techniques for driving in the winter, with a trailer, and other situations
The dangers of fatigue, drugs, and alcohol and their effects on the body’s ability to drive safely
How to avoid the distractions presented by cell phones, hands-free phones, and more
Relevant regulations and standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS)
At the end of the course, you’ll have a clear understanding of what it takes to drive safely in a variety of situations – both on and off the job site. We also encourage you to further your learning by reviewing references like the State Driver’s Handbook and AAA.
descriptionWhether on or off the work place, safety is essential anytime you use a motor vehicle. That is why it is important to maintain current knowledge of road safety and to learn the appropriate methods to deal with different circumstances via defensive driving technique training. Our online Defensive Driving Techniques for construction course is just an hour long and may go a long way toward keeping you, your colleagues, and other drivers safe. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) all have relevant laws and standards. At the conclusion of the course, you will have a firm grasp of the skills necessary to drive safely in a range of circumstances - both on and off the work site. Additionally, we urge you to continue your education by consulting sources such as the State Driver's Handbook and AAA.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA 1 training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Defensive Driving Techniques For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA 1 card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Introduction
Defensive Driving Techniques
Course Overview
Training Objectives
Course Agenda
A Leading Cause of Death
Don’t Take Driving for Granted
Tick-Tick-Tick
What Are the Odds?
Employer Costs
Who’s Involved
What You Can Do
2. Preparation
1st Step
Inspect before You Drive
Emergencies
Secure Materials
Secure Your Load
3. Seat Belts and Air Bags
Seat Belt Use
What about Kids?
What about Air Bags?
4. The Good Driver Defined
What Makes a Good Driver?
Poor Driver Indicators
Good Driving Habits
5. Cushion of Safety
What is a Cushion of Safety?
Distance to Vehicle in Front of You
Distance on Your Sides
Distance to Vehicles Behind You
Anticipation Is the Key
Bad Habits
You and Trucks
6. Intersection Accidents/Backing Safety
Intersection Accidents
Precautions
Roundabouts
Intersection: Special Situations
Right Turn? Look Right!
Backing Safety
Rearview Video Systems (Back-Up Cameras)
Causes of Backing Accidents
revention of Backing Accidents
7. Aggressive Driving
On-the-Job
Dangerously Aggressive Driving
Definitions
Signs
Major Causes of Aggressive Driving
Road Rage
How to Deal With Aggressive Driving
8. Cell Phones and Other Distractions
Distracted Driving
Benefits of Cell Phones
Dangers of Cell Phones
Safe Use of Cell Phones
Common Types of Distractions
Consequences
Minimizing distractions
9. Drugs and Alcohol
Drinking and Driving
Spotting an Impaired Driver
Effects of Alcohol
Drunk Driving: Definitions
Celebrations
If you Drink
Myths About Sobering Up
Marijuana Use and Driving
10. Fatigue
Driving Drowsy Safety Facts
Warning Signs
Causes of Fatigue
Tired?
11. Winter Driving
Winter Driving Conditions
Obstruction of Vision
Critical Winter Driving Maintenance
Personal Factors
Snow and Ice Accumulation
Black Ice
Stopping Distance
Hitting the Brakes
Fog
12. Trailer Safety
Trailer Safety Basics
Hitches
Tow Vehicle and Hitch Tow Capacities
Brakes
Mirrors, Lights, Operation
13. Other Issues
Young Drivers
Parking Safety Tips
Parking on a Hill
Share the Road
Pedestrian Safety
Rental Cars
14. Summary
Summary
Employer Responsibilities and Tips
Looking Ahead
Summary Interactive
Defensive Driving Techniques for Construction only requires one hour of your time, making it easy to fit these crucial lessons into your busy schedule. Most importantly, you’ll come away with an enhanced awareness and skill set that will prepare you to ensure your vehicle is in good condition, recognize hazards, and drive safely.
