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...
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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.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Defensive Driving
- Principles of Defensive Driving
- Driver Responsibilities
- Traffic Rules and Road Signs
- Vehicle Inspection and Pre-Trip Checks
- Vehicle Maintenance Awareness
- Road Hazard Identification
- Driving Risk Assessment
- Safe Following Distance
- Speed Management
- Braking and Space Management
- Driving in Rain and Fog
- Night Driving
- Driving on Difficult Road Surfaces
- Driver Fatigue
- Distraction and Stress
- Collision-Avoidance Techniques
- Emergency Manoeuvres
- Post-Accident Procedures
- Road-Safety Culture
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
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.
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
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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