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Defensive Driving

The following is a concise synopsis of the major subjects that are addressed in the classroom theoretical component of all of our Full Defensive Driver Training Courses.

1. Introduction and Fundamentals

This section addresses several misunderstandings that are often held about driving in general and the daily scenarios that include traffic. Following the completion of this introductory portion, students should be familiar with all of the important material about the acquisition of a learner's license, as well as the fundamental foundation for the Smith System of Defensive Driving.
 

2. Safety

In this discussion, we will cover safety measures like as seat belts, kid seats, airbags, and other safety equipment that, when utilized regularly, save lives.
 

3. The Smith System

When it comes to defensive driver training programs, the Smith System is considered to be the industry standard. The "Five Keys to Space Cushion Driving" are the components that make up this. Enhancing driver perception to produce safer drivers, maintaining space around your car (no more "traffic roulette"), establishing excellent driving practices, developing good seeing habits, and enhancing driver visibility are all topics that are covered in this program which aims to improve driver visibility. Recognition, Perception, and Management of Hazards: Students learn to recognize hazards and explore strategies to control them so that they are no longer a threat to them while they are driving.
 

4. City Driving

Merging and switching lanes, rights of way, uncontrolled junctions, pedestrian hazards, buses, parking, signaling, traffic congestion, traffic tempo, one-way streets, and traffic patterns are some of the topics that are discussed. In addition, the students examine and talk about a wide variety of other risks associated with driving in the neighborhood. Driving with gasoline economy: In the spirit of raising awareness about the environment, a conversation will be held about ways to drive cheaply and areas in which students may increase their economy in relation to their tires, brakes, gasoline, and various moving components can be discussed.
 

5. Roads Signs & Traffic Controls

The purpose of this lesson is to acquaint students with the many categories of road signs by providing them with an explanation of the forms and colors of road signs, as well as a thorough discussion of each individual sign and a brief video presentation. A discussion is also held on the repercussions that result from disobeying certain traffic signs.
 

6. Toxic Driving Conditions

Students may learn how to drive more safely and successfully in a variety of settings, including weather, road conditions, night driving, and other scenarios, via discussion and instruction. Not only that, but we also go over techniques to handle unexpected emergencies that may arise while you are behind the wheel.
 

7. Driving on Freeways and Highways

Entering and exiting freeways and highways in a secure manner are discussed for drivers. The usage of high-occupancy vehicle lanes is discussed in this section.
 

8. Driving While Impaired

In addition to the duties that drivers have as road users, the impact of alcohol and drugs on a driver's skills, response times, and decision-making abilities are also taken into consideration.
 

9. Avoid Collisions

The tactics for avoiding collisions and the abilities that are required to prevent placing yourself in a situation where you are at risk of being involved in a collision will be discussed in a lecture presentation and discussion. The students are taught to be proactive in their driving and to practice the See-Think-Do procedures, which are designed to keep them out of trouble in the first place.
 

10. Opinions of Drivers

Students get an understanding of how their attitudes about driving are shaped by external factors such as peer pressure, advertising, and other factors, and they examine solutions to improve their driving attitudes.
 

11. The Road Test

When it comes to the government road test, being prepared and feeling confident is essential. Every single one of the prerequisites for achieving achievement the very first time is met by us.

We teach a number of principles that might potentially save lives, trust in Driving Educators in the GTA to ensure your Defensive Driving training is impeccable and up to standard.

 

Curriculum

 

 

Brake & Avoid

At Driving Educators in North York, Downtown Toronto and Etobicoke - we feel it is our responsibility to make sure that our students get the highest possible level of instruction throughout their time spent on the road for emergency and avoidant situations. Here’s what we cover in this course:
 

Gravel Shoulder

In the event that the car slides into a gravel shoulder, the student is required to understand how to recover and maintain control of the vehicle.
 

Avoiding Head-On Contact

In this move, the students are taught how to avoid cars moving from the other lane into their lane. This technique is completely identical to the one described before. The learner will be able to prevent and avoid a contact with the head as a result of this.
 

The Avoidance of Rear Crash

Students are instructed on how to react appropriately if they are going to be struck by a vehicle coming from behind. Additionally, they are encouraged to be mindful of their blind spots and to steer with their hands rather than their feet.
 

Attempts to Avoid Swerving

When a student is taught how to react appropriately to an item that has just fallen into their path at a speed of forty kilometers per hour! There is a strong emphasis put on accurate steering and eyes ahead, with drivers always gazing into their space on the road and the direction in which they want to travel.
 

Emergency Stop with Threshold Braking and Anti-lock Braking System

The goal of the method is to ensure that the student comes to a complete stop as quickly as possible by using the most effective braking technique without the brakes being locked. When you avoid locking the brakes, you will not only prevent the vehicle from skidding, but you will also be able to bring it to a stop more quickly and effectively.

When performing this maneuver, students continue to use the threshold braking method. However, they are now approaching the object pylons at a quicker speed (60 kilometers per hour), and they will not be able to stop in time. As a result, in order to avoid colliding with the object, they must choose an escape route that is available at the moment (either left or right) and swerve.

Every one of our sessions is taught by a trained specialist. Even though the majority of the lesson will be taught in a parking lot with pylons serving as barriers in the path of drivers, the recovery of the gravel shoulder will only be done via the road when it is safe to do so.

We emphasize that every student should give serious consideration to the possibility of investing more time and money to acquire these processes since it has the potential to assist them in becoming a more careful driver.