Defensive Driving - Commercial

Program Description

In a classroom setting, defensive driving techniques are presented with the aid of various audio-visual devices. These courses are designed to involve participants in group discussions of common driving problems that are encountered by drivers each day.

Program Content

Module 1—The Law (Legal Element)

Rules and regulations that apply to commercial motor vehicle operation

Module 2—The Driver (Human Element)

The human elements that affect our ability to drive safely including attitude, mental/emotional state, complacency, physical well-being, nutrition, sleep, vision, and knowledge

Module 3—The Vehicle (Mechanical Element)

Vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and factors that affect steering, stopping, and handling

Module 4—The Environment

Inside the vehicle, road surface conditions, traffic conditions, and weather conditions

Module 5—Driving Defensively

Collision prevention; use of mirrors, signs, and signals; passing; intersections; turning procedures; expressway driving; and backing procedures

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Who Should Attend?

Drivers of commercial vehicles who want to improve their on-road knowledge and learn defensive driving techniques.

Learning Evaluation

Throughout the course, module quizzes evaluate participant learning. At the end of the program, a final knowledge evaluation is administered.

Participant Course Evaluation

At the end of the training, participants will have the opportunity to evaluate and provide comments about the training they received.

Important Notices & Accommodations

AODA Accommodations

IHSA is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all customers who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our goods or services. Individuals requesting accommodation are asked to advise IHSA of the nature of accommodation that is required by contacting Customer Service at 1-800-263-5024.

Program Details and Pricing

Program
Details

Price Per Participant at
IHSA Facility

Total Course Price at
Your Facility

Program Duration
1 Day

Member Fee
$203

Member Fee
$1,455

Max Participants
20

Non-member Fee
$203

Non-member Fee
$1,455

Session Details

From: Nov 04, 2026 - To: Aug 13, 2027
City: Any
Region: Any

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ihsa_EventNumber	CourseName	Date	City	Location
E131051	Defensive Driving Commercial	11/4/2026 8:00:00 AM	Sudbury	IHSA Training Centre - Sudbury	Register
E128986	Defensive Driving Commercial	12/8/2026 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136442	Defensive Driving Commercial	1/11/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E137258	Defensive Driving Commercial	2/8/2027 8:00:00 AM	Ottawa	Ottawa Skills Development Centre	Register
E136353	Defensive Driving Commercial	2/10/2027 8:00:00 AM	Sault Ste. Marie	Sault Ste. Marie Construction Association	Register
E136453	Defensive Driving Commercial	2/11/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136360	Defensive Driving Commercial	3/12/2027 8:00:00 AM	Ottawa	Ottawa Skills Development Centre	Register
E137684	Defensive Driving Commercial	3/19/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136371	Defensive Driving Commercial	4/15/2027 8:00:00 AM	Sault Ste. Marie	Sault Ste. Marie Construction Association	Register
E136491	Defensive Driving Commercial	4/29/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136380	Defensive Driving Commercial	5/21/2027 8:00:00 AM	Sault Ste. Marie	Sault Ste. Marie Construction Association	Register
E136507	Defensive Driving Commercial	6/23/2027 8:00:00 AM	Thunder Bay	IHSA Training Centre - Thunder Bay	Register
E136513	Defensive Driving Commercial	6/24/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136517	Defensive Driving Commercial	7/7/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136389	Defensive Driving Commercial	7/23/2027 8:00:00 AM	Ottawa	Ottawa Skills Development Centre	Register
E136524	Defensive Driving Commercial	8/4/2027 8:00:00 AM	Toronto	Voyager Training Centre - IHSA	Register
E136392	Defensive Driving Commercial	8/13/2027 8:00:00 AM	Sudbury	IHSA Training Centre - Sudbury	Register

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