Advanced Driving Skills Refresher
Are you looking to enhance your driving skills and maintain the highest standards on the road? RoSPA's Advanced Driving Skills Refresher course is designed to meet your needs, ensuring you are well-prepared for the renowned RoSPA advanced driving test. This two-day refresher course is suitable for individuals and teams, with the flexibility to accommodate up to three delegates.
What does the Advanced Driving Skills Refresher course cover?
Delivery Method:
In-house
Duration:
Two days
Driver awareness and risk management: This segment of the course emphasizes the importance of being aware of potential risks while driving. Participants are trained to recognise and evaluate hazards effectively, enabling them to make informed decisions to reduce the risk of accidents
Systematic approach to driving (Roadcraft): The advanced driving refresher course adopts a systematic approach inspired by the Police Drivers Manual (Roadcraft). This structured method teaches participants to drive with precision and discipline
Refreshing the 'thinking driver': This section encourages a proactive and alert mindset among participants. Being a 'thinking driver' means continuously assessing the driving environment, identifying potential dangers and having a proactive approach to minimise risks
Refresher of key skills: The advanced driving refresher course revisits and refines essential skills required for advanced driving. This includes honing techniques like precise positioning on the road, recognising and responding to hazards.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will:
Refresh your advanced driving skills:
The course is designed to help you refresh and refine your advanced driving skills, ensuring your skills are the best they can be.
Ensure you have maintained the highest skill levels:
By revisiting and enhancing your driving skills you will be better equipped to maintain the highest standards of driving excellence.
Prepare for the RoSPA advanced driving test:
If you are planning to take the RoSPA advanced driving test this course is the perfect preparation, ensuring you are ready to meet its demanding standards.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Fulfil your 'duty of care' to your employees: Employers have a responsibility to ensure the safety of their employees, especially those who drive as part of their job. This course can help you meet your duty of care
- Reduce occupational road risk: By enhancing the driving skills of your employees you can significantly reduce the risk associated with occupational road travel
- Reduce the chances of near misses: Improved driving skills decrease the likelihood of near misses, which can have serious consequences - including potential reputational damage.
For delegates
- Refresh your advanced driving skills: Whether driving is a part of your job or a personal interest, refreshing your advanced driving skills can boost your confidence on the road
- Help to reduce your risk of crashes or near misses: Enhanced skills translate to safer driving, reducing the risk of accidents and near misses
- Less anxiety on the road: Improved skills lead to greater comfort and reduced anxiety while driving, which can be particularly beneficial if driving is a regular part of your job.
For employers
- Fulfill your 'duty of care' to your employees: Employers have a responsibility to ensure the safety of their employees, especially those who drive as part of their job. This course can help you meet your duty of care
- Reduce occupational road risk: By enhancing the driving skills of your employees you can significantly reduce the risk associated with occupational road travel
- Reduce the chances of near misses: Improved driving skills decrease the likelihood of near misses, which can have serious consequences - including potential reputational damage.
For delegates
- Refresh your advanced driving skills: Whether driving is a part of your job or a personal interest, refreshing your advanced driving skills can boost your confidence on the road
- Help to reduce your risk of crashes or near misses: Enhanced skills translate to safer driving, reducing the risk of accidents and near misses
- Less anxiety on the road: Improved skills lead to greater comfort and reduced anxiety while driving, which can be particularly beneficial if driving is a regular part of your job.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Previous advanced driving test pass and successful completion of the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Advanced Driving: This advanced driving refresher course is designed for individuals who have previously passed the advanced driving test and are now preparing for the mandatory three yearly retest
✓ Good knowledge of the Highway Code: To succeed in this course it is essential that participants have a strong and comprehensive understanding of the Highway Code. This knowledge is a fundamental component of safe and responsible driving and is critical for success in the course
✓ Commitment to ongoing skill maintenance: Participants should be committed to maintaining and improving their advanced driving skills. This advanced driving refresher course is ideal for individuals who understand the importance of continuous skill development and are dedicated to enhancing their driving capabilities
Why choose the Advanced Driving Skills Refresher course?
The Advanced Driving Skills Refresher course stands out for several reasons:
Expert instruction by top examiners:
Our examiners are experienced and highly skilled in advanced driving techniques, ensuring you receive the best guidance to elevate your driving abilities
Real world on road coaching:
On-road coaching provides you with practical experience in real-world driving situations. This hands-on approach allows you to apply skills and knowledge in a practical context
Enhanced risk management and awareness:
Driver-awareness and risk management teaches you how to identify and respond to potential hazards effectively, helping to reduce the risk of accidents and near misses
Commentary driving and
human factors:
Improve your situational awareness and communication through commentary driving and enhance your understanding of the psychological and behavioural aspects of driving.
Whether you're an employer looking to enhance your employees' driving skills or an individual seeking to refresh and improve your own, the Advanced Driving Skills Refresher course is an ideal choice. Take the opportunity to take your driving skills to the next level with this comprehensive and reputable training.
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