E-learning

Employers have a legal duty to protect the health and safety of their workforce, and those who drive as part of their job face some of the highest risks. Providing appropriate training plays a key role in reducing these risks.

This course equips employees with a strong understanding of safe driving behaviours and helps them prepare for unexpected situations, including vehicle breakdowns, road traffic incidents, and adverse weather conditions.

What sets this Driver Awareness course apart from other training options?

This IOSH‑approved online Driver Awareness course has been developed by experienced health and safety professionals and is designed to be both practical and engaging. It combines interactive activities, real‑world driving scenarios, and knowledge‑check quizzes to reinforce learning, making it suitable for drivers at all levels of experience.

Can the course be customised to reflect our organisation’s policies and procedures?

Yes. The course can be tailored to align with your organisation’s specific road risk policies, procedures, and requirements. Customisation options are available—please contact us to discuss your needs in more detail.

Can this training help demonstrate a return on investment (ROI)?

Yes. Improving driver awareness can help reduce the likelihood of accidents, which may lead to fewer insurance claims, lower vehicle repair costs, and reduced downtime. When delivered through the SHINE platform, reporting tools also allow you to monitor completion rates and compliance, supporting performance and risk management reporting.

What support is available if issues arise?

We provide full technical support to ensure the course runs smoothly, whether it is accessed via the SHINE platform or integrated into your own learning management system (LMS). Our customer support team is also available to answer questions related to course content or compliance requirements.

Are discounts available for training large teams?

Yes. We offer volume‑based discounts for organisations training multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a quote tailored to your team size.

What happens if a participant does not pass the assessment?

If a learner does not pass on their first attempt, they can revisit the course materials and retake the assessment. The training is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes throughout to reinforce understanding.

How quickly can the training be rolled out?

Once purchased, the course is available immediately through the SHINE platform or can be integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training without delay.

Can employee progress be monitored?

Yes. When delivered via the SHINE platform, administrators can track learner progress, view completion rates, and download certificates to support compliance records and reporting.

1. Introduction

• An overview of road safety statistics showing why employees who drive for work face a higher risk of road traffic incidents.

2. Road risk policy

• What an organisation’s road risk policy should include and why it is important for drivers to read, understand, and follow it.

3. Consequences of unsafe driving

• The potential outcomes of careless driving and road traffic accidents, including injury or loss of life, legal action, reputational damage, environmental impact, increased costs, fines, and possible imprisonment.

4. Duties and responsibilities

• The legal responsibilities of both employers and employees to meet legislation and guidance relating to driving for work and road risk management.

5. Considerations before and during driving

• Key factors to consider before setting off, including whether travel is necessary and how to plan journeys safely.
• Important considerations while driving, such as taking regular breaks, driving appropriately for weather conditions, and avoiding distractions like mobile devices.

6. Vehicle checks

• Essential pre‑journey vehicle checks and how to carry them out, including oil and fluid levels, tyre condition, lights, and electrical systems.

7. Factors that influence safe driving

• How concentration, observation and anticipation, driver attitude, and allowing sufficient time and space all affect driving safety.

8. Motorway driving

• Guidance on driving safely on motorways and smart motorways, including overtaking, exiting safely, and responding to stationary traffic.

9. Adverse weather conditions

• Safe driving techniques in snow, ice, and other poor weather conditions.
• Pre‑journey checks and driving considerations such as speed, spacing, and visibility.

10. Personal safety

• Ways to reduce the risk of personal safety incidents while driving or sitting in a vehicle, recognising that such situations are uncommon.

11. Hands‑free equipment

• An explanation of the legal requirement to remain in full control of a vehicle.
• The dos and don’ts of using hands‑free equipment while driving.

12. Vehicle breakdowns

• What to do if a vehicle breaks down, including steps to protect yourself, passengers, and other road users.
• Specific guidance on managing breakdowns on motorways.

13. Other road users

• How to drive considerately and safely around motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians, horses, and horse‑drawn vehicles.

14. Accidents

• Practical checklists covering what to do if you are involved in a road traffic accident or if you arrive at the scene of an incident.

By the end of the online Driver Awareness course, participants will be able to:

• Understand why driving for work increases the likelihood of road traffic incidents.
• Recognise the potential consequences of unsafe or irresponsible driving behaviours.
• Understand the legal duties of both employers and employees in relation to road safety.
• Identify the key components of a road risk policy and how it promotes safe driving practices.
• Apply essential safe‑driving principles, including effective journey planning, taking appropriate rest breaks, and minimising distractions.
• Demonstrate practical awareness of vehicle safety checks, motorway driving, driving in poor weather conditions, and the correct actions to take following an accident.

• Helps employees develop safe driving behaviours, reducing the likelihood of accidents, legal exposure, and associated costs.
• Supports employers in meeting their duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 by addressing risks faced by employees who drive for work.
• IOSH approved, CPD accredited, and fully SCORM compliant training.
• Created by qualified and experienced health and safety professionals with extensive experience in delivering effective training solutions.
• Flexible online learning that participants can complete at a time and pace that suits them.
• Interactive course design to maintain engagement throughout.
• Multiple‑choice knowledge checks allow learners to test their understanding as they progress.
• End‑of‑section summaries reinforce key messages and aid learning retention.