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Module (1) – Theoretical defensive driving training:
Defensive driving being a new topic in the Arab market is always miss- perceived by the trainees. The trainees are confused what the seminar is all about and are pre set to the concept of having been driving for many years and that they do not need to learn about driving. The first half of the first day is intended to change this perception to the perception that everyone knows how to drive but there are scientific approaches that most of us don’t know. There is a foundation and there are guidelines and rules to follow. This is done by demonstrating case studies of different accidents and discussing the scientific reasons behind the accidents.
More than 90% of accidents are human errors and those could be avoided by following simple rules. By the end of the first day, the trainees are exposed to these different rules. The aim of the second day is to convert the driver from an aggressive driver to a defensive driver by enriching him with all the defensive driving rules and attitudes. This is also supplemented by explaining the basic systems of the vehicle and how to respond to any defect that may occur. The two day theoretical defensive training module is ended by a multiple choice exam in which we test how much of the delivered information was correctly conceived.
Module (2) – practical defensive driving training:
The practical defensive driving training which lasts for one day is divided in two parts with the first part on pre- inspection, and the second part being a road test for each trainee in which he drives his car or truck with one of our instructors who evaluates many points about defensive driving techniques that the trainee follows.
This is done in a role play in which the instructor ask the trainee to drive to a certain destination while the instructor silently observes his pre inspection skills, and defensive driving techniques.
Module (3) – First Aid on the Roads training:
As mentioned before, over 90 % of accidents happen because of human errors.
There are however a small percentage of accidents that is not avoidable. This one day module trains people on dealing with injured passengers by applying first aid techniques which can make the difference in life or death.
Scope of Work:
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Subject |
Description |
Duration |
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Introduction |
- Defensive driving definition
- Drivers attitude
- Drivers classification
- Professional / Aimer
- Defensive / Offensive
- Driving standards
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0.5 hour |
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Accidents |
- Road accident statistics in Egypt
- Description & cause of accidents
- Preventable accidents
- Common driving errors
- Excuses we give for accidents
- Accident following too closely (real case study)
- Lessons learned:
- Following distance rule
- Unexpected behavior from other drivers
- Reasons for junction collisions
- Accident drowsiness due to medication (real case study)
- Lessons learned:
- Being under influence (medication / Alcohol)
- Fatigue (rule of work and rest)
- Drivers fatigue
- Sleeping process
- Avoiding HEAD ON collisions
- Collision prevention formula
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2 hours |
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Driving at high risk Countries |
- Journey planner
- Road risk assessment
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0.5 hour |
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General causes of accidents |
- Drivers qualifications
- Driving tasks
- Vehicle maintenance
- Pre-trip inspection
- Wheels & Tires
- Braking systems
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2 hours |
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Accident Prevention & Driving Behaviors: |
- Behavior
- Driving rules
- Using and changing lanes
- Passing
- Negotiating curves
- Negotiating downgrades
- Parking
- Pedestrian interaction
- Emergency equipments
- Right of way
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1 hour |
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Defensive driving skills |
- Good driving skills definition
- Safety devices fitted to your vehicle
- Being prepared for road hazards
- Scanning
- Blind spots
- Communicating
- Distractions
- Cell phones
- Road Rage
- Changing lane
- Courtesy
- Cutting off
- Driving slow on the left lane
- Engagement
- Gestures
- Tale gating
- Other
- Drinking and driving
- Driving at night tips
- Driver obligation list
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1 hour |
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Multiple choice exam |
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0.5 hour |
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Car mechanics & Maintenance |
- Basic systems
- Car defects diagnosis
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2.5 hours |
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Pre-trip inspection |
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1 hour |
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Road test |
Depending on the number of passengers allowed per vehicle, a road test is conducted for three or four participants per round. The total round takes two hours in which the participants drive in different conditions and are exposed to different situations. The behind the wheel participants comments on his actions to the instructor and the other participants in the vehicle. The commentary practical driving has proven to be very effective. |
4 hours |
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First aid for road accidents |
Training to deal with accidents in order to prevent the occurrence of deaths or chronic problems of the injured or affected passenger.
- Introduction
- Hemorrhage
- Simple wounds and injuries
- Orthopedic injuries
- Ophthalmic (eye) injuries
- Burns
- Basic Life supports
- Practical training of the day
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5 hours |
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Total number of hours |
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20 hours |
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Total number of days |
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4 | |