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Defensive Driving

The PIMS Defensive Driving course develops safer and more responsible driving behaviour by improving hazard recognition, risk assessment and collision-prevention skills. The programme helps drivers anticipate p...

Training Area HiQual UK
Category Occupational Health and Safety
Learning Flexible
Provider PIMS
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Program Overview

The PIMS Defensive Driving course develops safer and more responsible driving behaviour by improving hazard recognition, risk assessment and collision-prevention skills. The programme helps drivers anticipate potential hazards and make better decisions before dangerous situations develop.

Participants study vehicle inspection, road conditions, safe following distance, speed management, fatigue, distraction, adverse-weather driving and emergency manoeuvres.

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What You'll Learn

  1. Introduction to Defensive Driving
  2. Principles of Defensive Driving
  3. Driver Responsibilities
  4. Traffic Rules and Road Signs
  5. Vehicle Inspection and Pre-Trip Checks
  6. Vehicle Maintenance Awareness
  7. Road Hazard Identification
  8. Driving Risk Assessment
  9. Safe Following Distance
  10. Speed Management
  11. Braking and Space Management
  12. Driving in Rain and Fog
  13. Night Driving
  14. Driving on Difficult Road Surfaces
  15. Driver Fatigue
  16. Distraction and Stress
  17. Collision-Avoidance Techniques
  18. Emergency Manoeuvres
  19. Post-Accident Procedures
  20. Road-Safety Culture
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Who Should Attend?

Who should attend Defensive Driving

This PIMS Defensive Driving course is suitable for professional drivers, Fleet Drivers, vehicle operators, Transport Supervisors, logistics personnel, company drivers and individuals who want to improve road-safety performance.

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Key Benefits

After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:

  • Improve hazard-perception skills
  • Develop safer defensive-driving habits
  • Understand speed and following-distance management
  • Improve driving decisions in adverse conditions
  • Recognise risks associated with fatigue and distraction
  • Develop collision-avoidance awareness
  • Reduce vehicle incidents and unsafe driving behaviour
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Assessment & Evaluation

  • Assessment Type: Written test and practical driving evaluation.
  • Format: 30 multiple-choice questions plus on-road performance assessment.
  • Total Questions: 30 theory questions plus a driving demonstration.
  • Passing Score: 70% overall.
  • Duration: 60 minutes for the written examination and 20 minutes for practical evaluation.
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