Description

Our Visual Search Online Driver Training course is for Commercial Motor Vehicle drivers and is designed to enhance the visual scanning and awareness skills of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. The course focuses on teaching drivers to search for potential hazards effectively, anticipate dangerous situations, and respond appropriately to maintain safety on the road.

Key aspects of the program include:

• Visual Scanning Techniques: Training on how to systematically scan the road for hazards, such as other vehicles, pedestrians, and changing traffic conditions.
• Risk Anticipation: Drivers learn to identify potential risks early, including understanding blind spots, road obstructions, and unsafe driver behaviors from other motorists.
• Situational Awareness: The course emphasizes maintaining focus on the driving environment, managing distractions, and staying alert to unexpected changes.
• Hazard Response: Training includes reacting to hazards in real-time, ensuring that drivers are prepared to make safe and quick decisions when needed.

This training is crucial for CMV drivers to improve their defensive driving skills, reduce the risk of accidents, and ensure the safety of both the driver and others on the road. It is often part of broader safety and compliance training programs for commercial driving companies.

Course Topics:

• What is Visual Searching?
• FMCSA and Visual Search
• How to look ahead
• Blind Spots
• Mirrors
• Seeing to the sides and the rear
• Vehicle Positioning and Visual Search
• Fatigue and Alertness
• Scenario-Based Situational Awareness