Driver CPC - ECO SAFE DRIVING

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

All professional drivers who are required to undertake Driver CPC Periodic Training to retain their Driver CPC Licence.

AIM

To provide staff with the relevant information to enable them to drive safely and fuel efficiently.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of the programme delegates will:

• Be aware of the common causes of Road Traffic Collisions
• Be aware of driving techniques that will improve their safety and the safety of others
• Be aware of how they can save fuel by adjusting their own driving techniques

CONTENTS

• Welcome & Introduction to DCPC
• Existing Highway Code Knowledge check
• Road Traffic Collision Avoidance
  • Speed Awareness
  • Seatbelt Law & Exemptions
  • Driver Fatigue
• Driving Distractions – Reaction Times
  • Understanding reaction times
  • What can affect reaction times
  • Affects of Mobile Phone use
• Driving Techniques – Load Distribution & Security
  • Load Stability
  • Axle Loading
• Environmental & Fuel Efficient Driving
  • Anticipation & Forward Planning
  • Environment
  • Route Planning
  • Aerodynamics
  • Telematics
• Review & Evaluation

DELIVERY METHODS

• Powerpoint Presentation
• Practical Classroom demonstrations
• DVD/Video
• Group Discussions