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OSHA Driving Safety Training

  • In accordance with Federal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1926.601 and OSHA General Duty Clause
  • Covers essential knowledge on occupational driving hazards, defensive driving principles, and vehicle safety systems.
  • Available in: United States English | España Español
  • Complete the training on your own schedule, at a pace that supports your learning needs
  • Receive a certificate immediately upon successful completion of the course
  • Offered in flexible formats, including SCORM packages, self-paced online learning, live virtual instruction, and in-person classroom sessions
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Single-Seat Price
$59.99
2 Hour(s) Course
$59.99
$59.99
Bulk Buying
Employee
Per Seat
2-10
$59.39
11-20
$58.79
21-50
$58.19
51-100
$56.99
101-250
$55.79
251-500
$55.19
501-1000
$53.99
Employee Per Seat
2-10 $59.39
11-20 $58.79
21-50 $58.19
51-100 $56.99
101-250 $55.79
251-500 $55.19
501-1000 $53.99

Course Facts

What You Get
What You Get
Certificate of Completion
Training Duration
Training Duration
2 Hour(s)
Learning Type
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Access Validity
Course Access Validity
3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.
Device Support
Device Support
Apple
Android
Windows
Web
Certificate Validity
Certificate Validity
12 months, before a refresher is required.
OSHA Driving Safety Training

This course offers comprehensive knowledge on driving-related workplace hazards, defensive driving, vehicle limitations, and incident prevention strategies. This training is in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act's General Duty Clause and the related OSHA standards, such as 29 CFR 1926.601.

According to OSHA, motor vehicle accidents are one of the most common causes of workplace-related deaths. Accounting for 39 percent of the total workplace-related fatalities. Additionally, a report prepared for the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) highlighted the financial impact of crashes. In 2018, motor vehicle crash injuries, both on and off the job, cost employers $72.2 billion.

This training provides practical guidance for employees, supervisors, and driving safety professionals. It focuses on hazard recognition, safe driving practices, vehicle inspections, and extreme weather driving. The program builds essential knowledge and skills to help prevent accidents. It also supports employee safety and workplace compliance.

Who Needs This OSHA Driving Safety Training?

  • Employees in general industry, construction, utilities, healthcare, transportation, and other industries where driving is part of their job.
  • Supervisors, safety managers, and other professionals who are tasked with ensuring compliance with OSHA’s driving safety regulations.
  • Employees who drive as part of their job.
  • Employees who drive company-owned, leased, or personal vehicles for work-related travel.
  • Supervisors and other professionals who are tasked with ensuring compliance with OSHA’s driving safety regulations.

Why Choose Our Driving Safety Training?

  • Meets the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act’s General Duty Clause, as well as OSHA standard 29 CFR 1926.601.
  • Written by safety professionals who are experienced in the field of OSHA compliance.
  • Teaches the workers about driving hazards in the workplace, as well as the basics of defensive driving, vehicle inspections, and how to handle extreme weather conditions.
  • Provides information on how to identify hazards, drive safely, and comply with OSHA regulations.

OSHA Driving Safety Training Course Syllabus

This OSHA Driving Safety Training consists of 5 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as given below.

Lessons

Introduction

Lesson 1: Introduction to Driving Safety


  • Explains driving as a workplace hazard under OSHA Driving Safety Training.
  • Introduces the OSHA regulatory framework related to occupational driving safety.
  • Outlines employer responsibilities for workplace driving safety compliance.
  • Defines employee responsibilities for safe driving practices on the job.
  • Describes vehicle characteristics and operational limitations affecting driver safety.
  • Reviews vehicle instruments critical for safe operation.
  • Discusses safety devices that support OSHA-compliant driving practices.

Lesson 2: Driving Hazards


  • Analyzes hazardous driving behaviors affecting workplace driving safety.
  • Identifies risks such as speeding and distracted driving.
  • Covers impaired driving and aggressive driving behaviors.
  • Examines drowsy driving and failure to wear seat belts.
  • Reviews environmental hazards impacting safe driving operations.
  • Discusses extreme weather and reduced visibility conditions.
  • Explains risks in construction zones and traffic congestion areas.

Lesson 3: Defensive Driving


  • Introduces defensive driving techniques to prevent workplace vehicle accidents.
  • Explains how to prepare for safe driving before starting a trip.
  • Covers proper mirror adjustment for improved visibility.
  • Emphasizes consistent seat belt use for driver safety.
  • Highlights strategies to reduce driving distractions.
  • Explains maintaining a safe following distance.
  • Reviews safe lane change procedures and intersection safety.
  • Provides methods to prevent road rage incidents.

Lesson 4: Vehicle Inspections


  • Explains the importance of vehicle inspections for workplace driving safety.
  • Describes selecting a safe area for conducting inspections.
  • Covers pre-shift vehicle inspections for OSHA compliance.
  • Reviews operator readiness before vehicle operation.
  • Details visual inspections of the vehicle exterior and interior.
  • Examines safe vehicle operation during inspection checks.
  • Discusses inspection of critical vehicle safety systems.

Lesson 5: Driving in Extreme Weather Conditions


  • Examines safe vehicle operation in winter weather conditions.
  • Reviews safe driving practices during hot weather.
  • Covers vehicle preparation for extreme weather driving.
  • Explains adjusting speed for hazardous weather conditions.
  • Emphasizes maintaining a safe following distance in poor weather.
  • Discusses proper braking techniques on slippery roads.
  • Highlights maintaining visibility during adverse weather.
  • Reviews monitoring vehicle gauges during extreme temperatures.
  • Explains responding to weather-related vehicle emergencies.

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

This course meets and exceeds the compliance requirements outlined in OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1926.601 and OSHA General Duty Clause.

This Driving Safety Training is important as it:

  • Offers necessary information that can help one comprehend driving risks, factors, and motor vehicle accident prevention strategies while on the job.
  • Assists in safe workplace operations by providing workers, supervisors, and safety officers with safe and effective defensive driving techniques and safe driving practices.
  • Encourages a safe work environment by making workers aware of OSHA safety standards, employer safety obligations, and safe practices that can help reduce preventable collisions and driving injuries.
  • The course is designed to help with compliance with workplace safety standards that help reduce driving hazards in the workplace.
  • The course has been designed by safety and compliance experts with hands-on experience in driving safety, defensive driving, and occupational risk management.
  • Upon completing the course, learners will earn a certificate of completion that verifies the successful completion of the OSHA Driving Safety Training course.
  • The course is offered through various formats, including online self-paced courses, virtual instructor-led courses, and classroom courses.
  • Drivers who operate company-owned, leased, or personal vehicles for work-related travel.
  • Supervisors, safety officers, and managers charged with enforcing driving safety policies and monitoring driver performance.
  • Field workers, delivery personnel, service technicians, and workers who travel between job sites or client locations.
  • Personnel charged with conducting vehicle safety inspections, transportation operations, and preventing incidents related to transportation safety.
  • Workers exposed to driving hazards, including long-distance driving, driving on construction sites, or driving on public roadways as part of their job.

There are no prerequisites for this course.

A refresher training is required for driving safety when there are changes in job duties, driving conditions in the workplace, types of vehicles used, or safety policies that may influence safe vehicle operations. Refresher training is also recommended when employees demonstrate unsafe driving behaviors or a lack of understanding of safe driving techniques. Even though OSHA does not set a specific time interval for the refresher training for driving safety, a three-year periodic refresher training is recommended to reinforce defensive driving skills and maintain compliance.

Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.

Validity: The course certificate is valid for one year.

Renewal: Simply take this course in 12 months to maintain compliance and stay up to date on driving hazards, safety controls, and defensive driving.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Course Objectives

After completing the course, the learner will be able to:

  • Explain occupational driving as a workplace hazard and its impact on employees' safety.
  • Describe the OSHA regulatory requirements for driving safety.
  • Identify employer and employees' responsibilities under the OSH Act.
  • Explain vehicle characteristics and limitations.
  • Interpret essential vehicle instruments, controls, and safety systems.
  • Define and distinguish occupational driving hazards, such as distracted driving, impaired driving, aggressive driving, and drowsy driving.
  • Explain defensive driving principles, such as safe following distance, safe lane changes, and safe intersection navigation.
  • Conduct pre-shift vehicle inspections, visual inspections, operational checks, and safety system checks.
  • Implement safe driving practices during extreme weather conditions.
  • Explain how to prevent preventable collisions by anticipating potential hazards and situational awareness.
  • Explain how to handle emergencies and changing road conditions to prevent potential incidents.

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Michael Thompson
Vehicle Safety Manager
The course content was clear and detailed. The information provided on workplace driving hazards, OSHA regulatory structure, and General Duty Clause helped to clarify our legal responsibilities and how they relate to our daily driving practices.
Daniel Brooks
Operations Supervisor
The course was well-structured and comprehensive. The lessons related to driving hazards, vehicle inspection, and driving in extreme weather conditions were excellent.
Carlos Ramirez
Delivery Driver
The defensive driving lesson was outstanding. Information provided on the following distance, safe intersections, lane changes, and road rage was clear and easy to follow. This course reinforced the importance of preparation.
Jennifer Collins
Transportation Coordinator
The vehicle inspection lesson was extremely detailed, covering steps for a pre-shift inspection, vehicle checks, and safety system checks. This course helped to strengthen our vehicle inspection program.
Javier Mendez
Delivery Driver
The extreme weather driving lesson was extremely valuable. Information provided on winter driving, hot weather driving, emergency situations, and vehicle checks. It was extremely detailed and practical.

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