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Safe Driving Behavior for Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs)

Minimise the risk of a crash by learning about the principles of defensive driving for commercial motor vehicles

Vivid Learning

Updated Oct 13, 2024

What you'll learn

List undesirable driving habits that are the cause of the majority of commercial motor vehicle crashes
Describe driver pre-trip responsibilities for the avoidance of crashes
Describe safe driver responsibilities and desired driving behaviors on the road
Recognize and respond to potential roadway hazards

Course Description

The basis for all good driving habits starts with practicing defensive driving. When drivers are alert and aware of what is going on, they can react to a variety of possible hazards, such as unsafe drivers, changing weather conditions, changing traffic conditions, and road construction. When drivers drive defensively, they allow for more reaction time and better options to avoid crashing.

The objective of this course is to o enable drivers of CMVs to recognize and identify undesirable driving behaviors and hazardous conditions, and to minimize the risk of crashes.