Defensive Driving
The Defensive Driving course offered by OXQUAL develops safer, more responsible driving behaviour by improving hazard recognition, risk assessment and collision-prevention skills. The programme covers vehicle inspection, road hazards, speed management, safe following distance,...
About this qualification
The Defensive Driving course offered by OXQUAL develops safer, more responsible driving behaviour by improving hazard recognition, risk assessment and collision-prevention skills.
The programme covers vehicle inspection, road hazards, speed management, safe following distance, adverse-weather driving, driver fatigue, distraction and emergency manoeuvres. Learners develop practical awareness that can reduce road risk for both professional and non-professional drivers.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- 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
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Professional Drivers
- Fleet Drivers and Operators
- Transport Supervisors
- Logistics Personnel
- Company Drivers
- Individuals seeking to improve road-safety performance
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Improve hazard-perception skills.
- Develop safer and more defensive driving habits.
- Understand speed and following-distance management.
- Improve driving decisions in adverse conditions.
- Recognise the risks associated with fatigue and distraction.
- Develop collision-avoidance awareness.
- Reduce vehicle incidents and unsafe driving behaviour.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- 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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