Workplace safetyOutcomes Curriculum
Driver safety
This course equips participants with the essential knowledge to drive safely and responsibly under Australian road conditions.
Self-paced online moduleSCORM, Rise 360 or hostedScenario-basedCertificate of completionLegislation mapping included
Built for
Who this course is for
Whether you're learning solo or rolling training out across a whole team, the course fits.
All employees
The foundations everyone needs to work safely and respectfully.
People leaders & managers
Modelling behaviour, spotting risk early and responding well.
HR and people & culture
Policies, procedures and prevention in practice.
Small businesses without a compliance team
Practical, ready-to-run training that meets the obligation.
What your team will learn
Identify common road hazards and apply strategies to manage them.
Understand how to properly set up a vehicle to reduce risk and improve comfort.
Recognise the signs of driver fatigue and apply preventative strategies.
Follow Australian road laws including speed limits, mobile phone use, and BAC rules.
Understand the importance of fleet policies and safe driving procedures in the workplace.
Respond appropriately to aggressive drivers and emergencies on the road.
Inside the course
Story of James: a case-based scenario introducing driving risks and best practices.
Road crashes in the workplace: statistics and costs.
Benefits of a road safety culture (e.g. fewer fatalities, better business outcomes).
Hazard types: traffic congestion, reckless driving, distractions, poor vehicle conditions.
Realistic scenario navigation exercises.
Visual scanning, pedestrian awareness, and driving in construction zones.
Seat, steering wheel, and pedal positioning.
Mirror adjustments and headrest alignment.
Vehicle maintenance checklist (tyres, brakes, lights, belts, wipers).
Reference to Shell’s 10-point safety checklist.
Definition and effects of fatigue on concentration and reaction time.
Signs of fatigue: drifting, yawning, missed signs.
Management strategies: regular breaks, rest, light meals, sharing driving duties.
Key laws.
Scenario: handling road rage and aggressive drivers.
Safe responses to distractions and risky behaviours.
Employer fleet management policies and the importance of compliance.
Reasons for procedures: safety, cost control, compliance, operational efficiency.
Encouragement to locate and review relevant internal fleet policies.
Key takeaways video and resource links (e.g. Australian road legislation, WHS guidance).
Encouragement to embed safety knowledge into daily driving habits.
Make it yours.
Your policies, your scenarios, your branding — three customisation levels, from logo and terminology to fully tailored media and role-based learning paths. Typical turnaround: 5–15 business days.
We are educators, not legal advisors. Our modules help your organisation meet its obligations; they are not legal advice on breaches or incidents. Legislation may apply differently across industries — modules are reviewed by experts in WHS, HR, privacy and psychological safety and updated when national legislation changes.
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