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Millions of drivers take the road each day as part of their job. PureSafety offers over 40 driver safety courses that address fundamental challenges that drivers encounter. From mandatory Department of Transportation (DOT) Driver Compliance courses to topics addressing high risk driving practices such as Extreme Driving Conditions, our courseware will help you ensure that your drivers know their responsibilities and stay safe on the road.

15 Passenger Van Safety
A 15-passenger van behaves much differently from a passenger car. Most people do not know that these vans are more likely to roll over than any other type of vehicle. This course offers safe van-driving techniques that, if implemented, will drastically reduce the risk of injury or even death when driving a 15-passenger van.

Course Length:
46 Minutes

Learning Objectives:
  • Differences between driving a 15-passenger van and driving a car
  • Effective driving preparation strategies to maximize safety
  • Safe van-driving techniques
  • Procedures to safely conclude a trip

    Course Languages:
    English

    Accident and Breakdown Procedures
    Breakdowns and accidents are unplanned events. You never know if, when, where, or how they will happen. But every time you get behind the wheel, you need to be prepared for the worst. The purpose of this course is to make you more prepared in the event of an accident or breakdown.

    Course Length:
    34 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Prepare yourself for an accident or breakdown
  • Remain safe and provide aid at the scene of an accident or breakdown
  • Document accident and breakdown information for future use

    Course Languages:
    English

    Avoiding Rear-End Collisions - Large Vehicles
    Rear end collisions can be very serious since the vehicle that is struck from behind is usually stopped or moving very slowly while the other vehicle is in motion. The potential for catastrophe is even greater when the vehicle in motion is a large truck and the vehicle that is struck is a smaller vehicle such as an automobile. This course focuses on the common causes of rear-end collisions and what drivers of large vehicles can do to reduce their risk of being involved in such a collision.

    Course Length:
    42 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Six major factors that contribute to rear-end collisions
  • What to do to avoid colliding with a vehicle in front
  • How to reduce the risk of another vehicle colliding from the rear

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Avoiding Rear-End Collisions - Light Commercial Vehicles
    Rear end collisions can be very serious since the vehicle that is struck from behind is usually stopped or moving very slowly while the other vehicle is in motion. The potential for catastrophe is amplified when the vehicle in motion is a van or truck and the vehicle that is struck is a smaller vehicle such as an automobile. This course focuses on the common causes of rear-end collisions and what drivers of light commercial vehicles can do to reduce their risk of being involved in such a collision.

    Course Length:
    34 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Six major factors that contribute to rear-end collisions
  • How to avoid colliding with a vehicle How to reduce the risk of another vehicle
  • Colliding from the rear

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Changing Lanes for Large Vehicles
    Any time a driver changes position in the flow of traffic with a large vehicle - whether passing other vehicles, merging or exiting roadways – the chances of a mishap increase. This course helps drivers become aware of safe, professional maneuvering techniques to apply when they're on the road.

    Course Length:
    12 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Cushion of safety
  • Strategies for changing lanes, passing vehicles and merging on or exiting the highway

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Changing Lanes for Light Commercial Vehicles
    Any time a driver changes position in the flow of traffic with a commercial vehicle – whether passing other vehicles, merging or exiting roadways – the chances of a mishap increase. This course helps drivers become aware of safe, professional maneuvering techniques to apply when they're on the road.

    Course Length:
    12 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Cushion of safety
  • Strategies for changing lanes, passing vehicles and merging on or exiting the highway

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Defensive Driving: Large Vehicles
    Most vehicle accidents are actually the result of human error. If an error is made at the wrong moment, an accident or collision will result. A consistent, defensive approach to driving is the best way to reduce the likelihood of driver error. The goal of this course is simple: to provide you with the knowledge and safe driving techniques you need to prevent collisions and violations.

    Course Length:
    57 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Characteristics of defensive drivers
  • Major causes of traffic accidents
  • What you can do to control your vehicle as you drive
  • Actions to take to remain in control of yourself as you drive

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Defensive Driving: Small Vehicles
    Most vehicle accidents are actually the result of human error. If an error is made at the wrong moment, an accident or collision will result. A consistent, defensive approach to driving is the best way to reduce the likelihood of driver error. The goal of this course is simple: to provide you with the knowledge and safe driving techniques you need to prevent collisions and violations.

    Course Length:
    65 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Characteristics of defensive drivers
  • Major causes of traffic accidents
  • Actions to take to remain in control of driving
  • What to do to control your vehicle as you drive
  • Common driving errors and how to prevent them
  • The collision prevention formula
  • Actions to take in the event of a collision or traffic incident

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Delivery Driver Safety
    As a delivery driver you're on your own most of the day. This means it's up to you to choose the safest work techniques. This course covers the basics of lifting and good body mechanics, so you can use the best possible techniques to reduce your risk of injury while you work.

    Course Length:
    26 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Pre-trip Inspections
  • Entering and exiting a delivery truck
  • Unloading products at customer locations
  • The best lifting techniques
  • Using a hand truck properly
  • Working with ramps
  • Planning your route when you make a delivery
  • Closing the back door of a delivery truck

    Course Languages:
    English

    Distracted Driver
    Distracted driving and distracted drivers are a big problem on our roads today. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that driver inattention is a factor in 25-50 percent of highway collisions, or 4,000-8,000 crashes every day. By failing to give their full attention to the road, distracted drivers put themselves, their passengers and everyone else on the road at risk. This course presents strategies drivers can use to remain focused on the road.

    Course Length:
    33 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Types of distractions when driving
  • Strategies for avoiding and minimizing distractions

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    DOT Driver Compliance
    This training covers some important US Department of Transportation ( DOT) rules that all Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) drivers are required to follow. They include driver qualifications, the revised Hours of Service regulations, how to fill in a log book correctly, requirements for inspections, safety equipment needed on board a truck and some Hazardous Materials HAZMAT) issues. The purpose of all of these rules is to keep CMV drivers and everyone else on the road safe.

    Course Length:
    24 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Documents needed for a qualified driver
  • Hours of Service regulations
  • Filling out a daily log sheet
  • Required inspections
  • Requirements for drug and alcohol testing
  • HazMat compliance issues
  • What a DOT auditor will look for during an inspection

    Course Languages:
    English

    Driver Fatigue
    Fatigue impairs a driver’s ability to safely operate a large truck or other types of equipment. It leads to accidents that cause vehicle damage, property damage, injury and even death.

    Course Length:
    36 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Explains other factors that contribute to driver fatigue
  • Identifies the signs and symptoms you need to watch for
  • Equips you with ways to fight this dangerous and deadly condition

    Course Languages:
    English

    Extreme Driving Conditions
    Extreme weather driving includes every adverse weather condition that could cause a hazardous driving situation, such as rain, snow, ice, fog, or extremely cold or hot weather. The purpose of this training is to show drivers how to handle extreme weather conditions on the road so they you can stay safe - rain, snow or shine.

    Course Length:
    35 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Key factors for driving safely in extreme weather
  • How to drive on differing road surfaces
  • The actions to take when driving in winter weather
  • How to reduce speed to drive in different extreme weather conditions
  • How to prepare for and drive in extremely hot weather

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Fleet Safety
    Statistics show that operating a motor vehicle is one of the most hazardous activities that we undertake everyday. With today's accident cost potential, effective incidental fleet management is a necessity for any business. This training will focus on fleet vehicles that generally do not fall under DOT rules and regulations.

    Course Length:
    52 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • How to identify the vehicles within your company's incidental fleet
  • Definition and examples of negligent entrustment
  • Writing a fleet management program
  • Establishing driver criteria for company and non-company vehicle use
  • Specific safe driving issues
  • Implementing a fleet management program

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Food Service & Distribution - Delivery Driver Safety
    Food service delivery drivers have a demanding job lifting and maneuvering heavy loads. This course presents delivery drivers with proper lifting techniques and good body mechanics to help reduce their risk of injury.

    Course Length:
    36 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Pre-trip safety measures
  • Safe lifting and bending techniques
  • Best practices for navigate stairs, ramps, doors and other aspects of the customer’s location

    Course Languages:
    English

    Hazards of Speeding - Large Vehicles
    The vast majority of speeders realize the potential consequences of their actions. Yet many motorists continue to put themselves and others at risk when they refuse to adopt a common sense approach to driving. In this course, we will examine the hazards of speeding. We’ll also explore reasons why speeding just doesn't make good sense, even when you’re rushing to meet a deadline.

    Course Length:
    13 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Hazard of speeding
  • Speed and stopping distance
  • Reduce the need to speed

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Hazards of Speeding - Light Commercial Vehicles
    Chances are you’ve been instructed on the dangers of speeding at some point; and as the operator of a light commercial vehicle, you carry the responsibility of protecting not only your company’s assets, but also the lives of others as well as your own. In this course, we will examine the hazards of speeding. We’ll also explore reasons why speeding just doesn’t make good sense, even when you’re rushing to meet a deadline.

    Course Length:
    13 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Hazard of speeding
  • Speed and stopping distance
  • Reduce the need to speed

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Hazards of Tailgating - Large Vehicles
    Professional drivers need to be able to react swiftly to events which may happen farther along the roadway. Tailgating limits the reaction time of professional drivers, significantly increasing the chance of an accident. This course explains the consequences of tailgating and lists strategies to overcome the impulse to tailgate.

    Course Length:
    14 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Consequences of tailgating
  • Stopping distances
  • Overcoming the impulse to tailgate

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Hazards of Tailgating - Light Commercial Vehicles
    Professional drivers need to be able to react swiftly to events which may happen farther along the roadway. Tailgating limits the reaction time of professional drivers, significantly increasing the chance of an accident. This course explains the consequences of tailgating and lists strategies to overcome the impulse to tailgate.

    Course Length:
    14 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Consequences of tailgating
  • Stopping distances
  • Overcoming the impulse to tailgate

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Road Rage
    In today's fast paced world, it seems that many drivers carry their frustrations and impatience into their vehicle with them. Road rage is something you must be aware of and control as a driver. This training is designed to give you the information you need to avoid becoming the victim of road rage - or succumbing to it yourself.

    Course Length:
    27 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Aggressive driving versus road rage
  • Road rage triggers
  • Avoiding/reacting to road rage

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Safe Backing and Turning
    Backing is our weakest skill because we spend 99% of our time driving forward. A consistent defensive approach to backing and turning can reduce the likelihood of driver error. This training is designed to serve as a training tool for new drivers as well as veteran drivers.

    Course Length:
    35 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Pre-trip inspections
  • Safe backing and turning procedures
  • Identifying potential hazards
  • Using spotters
  • Awareness of blind spots

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Stop Signs & Signals - Large Vehicles
    The time you save by rolling past a stop sign or blazing past a yellow or red light will never justify the potential harm you might do to yourself and to other motorists. That's the central message of this course.

    Course Length:
    15 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Right-of-way violations
  • Railroad crossings
  • Driving strategies

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Stop Signs & Signals - Light Commercial Vehicles
    The time you save by rolling past a stop sign or blazing past a yellow or red light will never justify the potential harm you might do to yourself and to other motorists. That's the central message of this course.

    Course Length:
    15 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • Right-of-way violations
  • Railroad crossings
  • Driving strategies

    Course Languages:
    English
    Spanish

    Towing Trailers
    Trailers towed by motor vehicles provide an efficient, convenient way to carry heavy loads but they present challenges to drivers. To avoid accidents, you should understand exactly how towing a trailer affects the vehicle you are driving and what you can do as a driver to stay safe as you tow your load.

    Course Length:
    22 Minutes

    Learning Objectives:
  • General towing principles
  • Connecting a vehicle and trailer
  • Driving and parking with a trailer

    Course Languages:
    English