As lockdown measures start to ease, many of us may begin to make more journeys by road than we have done over the last 12 months. It is understandable that some could feel apprehensive about driving again, particularly for long distances.

To support these people, as well as those who have continued to drive throughout the pandemic as part of their job role, the EMEAA Health & Safety team has developed an informative yet simple Defensive Driving course for all UK employees to access online.

This short yet very engaging 25-minute course shares safe driving strategies that enable motorists to address identified hazards in a predictable manner, anticipate situations and make safe, well-informed decisions using a planned system of driving.

Graham Russell completed the training – his verdict?

“I cannot think of a better use of 20 minutes for anyone who uses our roads either as a driver, cyclist or pedestrian.  It is a simple training course, but the “reminders and insights” might help save a life.

Maybe this 20 minutes will save your life, or the life of someone you love. Maybe the lessons from this course will help protect you from causing harm to someone else.

I completed the course with my teenage daughter who passed her driving test less than 12 months ago. We both learnt things.”

It covers many of the different situations we will experience while driving, including vulnerable road users, cyclists and large goods vehicles, as well as safe driving essentials such as speed and steering.

The course can be accessed here and has already received considerable positive feedback from people across the business.

We would strongly encourage all employees to complete the training and learn the important techniques and how to look OUT when driving – the insights and tips you pick up could help to prevent an accident and even save lives.

If you have any questions, please contact your Health & Safety Advisor.