Driver Safety

$75

Per course if individual. For larger volumes, we can quote at very reasonable rates. Contact Us.

This course equips participants with the essential knowledge to drive safely and responsibly under Australian road conditions.

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Learners will explore real-world scenarios to better understand how to apply safe driving techniques and comply with Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation. Whether driving for work or commuting, this course supports a culture of safety and accountability on the road.

Keywords: Driver Safety Australia, Workplace Driving WHS, Vehicle Safety Checks, Fatigue Management for Drivers, Road Hazard Awareness, Australian Road Rules Training, Safe Driving Practices, Fleet Safety Compliance, Defensive Driving Techniques, Legal Driving Responsibilities

Course Modules

Why Driver Safety Is So Important

Story of James: a case-based scenario introducing driving risks and best practices.
Road crashes in the workplace: statistics and costs.
Benefits of a road safety culture (e.g. fewer fatalities, better business outcomes).

Identify Hazards

Hazard types: traffic congestion, reckless driving, distractions, poor vehicle conditions.
Realistic scenario navigation exercises.
Visual scanning, pedestrian awareness, and driving in construction zones.

Set Up Your Vehicle

Seat, steering wheel, and pedal positioning.
Mirror adjustments and headrest alignment.
Vehicle maintenance checklist (tyres, brakes, lights, belts, wipers).
Reference to Shell’s 10-point safety checklist.

Driver Fatigue

Definition and effects of fatigue on concentration and reaction time.
Signs of fatigue: drifting, yawning, missed signs.
Management strategies: regular breaks, rest, light meals, sharing driving duties.

Legal Responsibilities and Safe Driving Practices

Key laws.
Scenario: handling road rage and aggressive drivers.
Safe responses to distractions and risky behaviours.

Policies and Procedures

Employer fleet management policies and the importance of compliance.
Reasons for procedures: safety, cost control, compliance, operational efficiency.
Encouragement to locate and review relevant internal fleet policies.

Module Wrap-Up

Key takeaways video and resource links (e.g. Australian road legislation, WHS guidance).
Encouragement to embed safety knowledge into daily driving habits.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify common road hazards and apply strategies to manage them.
Understand how to properly set up a vehicle to reduce risk and improve comfort.
Recognise the signs of driver fatigue and apply preventative strategies.
Follow Australian road laws including speed limits, mobile phone use, and BAC rules.
Understand the importance of fleet policies and safe driving procedures in the workplace.
Respond appropriately to aggressive drivers and emergencies on the road.

Legislation Covered

Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth): Duty of care to manage driving as a workplace risk.
Australian Road Rules: Covers speed limits, mobile use, BAC limits, and driving conduct.
Fleet Safety and Employer Policies: Reinforce company obligations under WHS and transport regulations.
State-Based Road and Transport Legislation: Applies in accordance with local jurisdictional rules.

Driver Safety

Course Modules

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Legislation Covered

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