Beyond Basics™ The Beyond Basics driver training program is an advanced in-vehicle program for the experienced driver. During the 90 minute session, the driver trainer will evaluate the driver's risk perception and risk management, as well as the driver's application of defensive and co-operative driving techniques. Beyond Basics includes a DCA2.
Moving 'Beyond' basic defensive driving principals our program deals with the reality of driver inattention. The distractions that are introduced during this drive will help the driver recognize how easily the safe operation of a vehicle can be compromised.
This drive allows the driver trainer to determine:
- What information the driver recognizes as relevant (risk assessment)
- The choice of strategies the driver chooses to implement (risk management)
- Dynamic Time and Space Management skills
Once the driver's skills and abilities, strengths and weaknesses have been identified, the driver trainer will provide informative instruction based upon the individual needs of each driver to increase safety margins in weak areas.
The Area's Addressed:
- Headway Management skills
- Dynamic time management skills
- Dynamic space management skills
- Speed management skills
- Situational awareness skills
- Co-operative/Defensive driving skills
- Responsible vehicle handling.
During this session, the driver will also gain a better understanding of anti-lock braking/ 4 wheel lock (depending on the vehicle used), soft shoulder road recovery, as well as strategies for avoiding head on collisions, rear collisions, and other driving manouvers. The driver's recognition of the importance of utilizing defensive/ co-operative driving strategies will be greatly enhanced by this session as well as the risks presented when inattention or distractions are involved.
