In today's busy world, it's easy to get caught up in the rush of daily life and forget the importance of safe driving. With accidents occurring every second, staying safe on the road cannot be overemphasized. That's where defensive driving comes into play. Defensive driving entails various skills and techniques that can help you drive by anticipating and responding to road hazards. This course covers all the aspects of defensive driving and more.
First, we introduce you to the principles and techniques of driving—an approach that focuses on safety, anticipation and control while behind the wheel. You'll learn about vehicle dynamics and stability, including effectively handling braking, steering, and cornering. We'll guide you on how to scan your surroundings while driving, identifying and predicting hazards. Furthermore, we establish the importance of maintaining safe following distances, dealing with tailgaters, and adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
Weather conditions can change unexpectedly at times; it is therefore crucial to be able to adapt to your driving. We'll equip you with skills for navigating various weather conditions and environments. We'll also teach you how to perform vehicle inspection and maintenance, including dealing with emergencies. This course is designed for drivers of all levels who want to improve their skills. By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge and skills to drive defensively and confidently in any driving situation. Enrol and take the first step towards safer driving today!
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
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- Discuss the concept of hazard perce...
- Indicate the factors that can affec...
- Explain the different techniques fo...
- Define the concept of defensive driving and its significance
- Discuss the concept of hazard perception and risk assessment and how to apply it to driving
- Indicate the factors that can affect a driver's ability to perceive hazards
- Explain the different techniques for maintaining a safe following distance
- Describe the different types of braking systems and techniques
- Recall the different types of road surfaces and how they affect traction
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different techniques for improving traction and grip
- List preventive measures for skids, tire blowouts, and collisions with pedestrians and animals
- Recognize the various emergency braking techniques and the differences between ABS and Non-ABS systems
- Outline the key steps in providing post-crash procedures and first aid
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