Online Defensive Driving Course for Commercial Drivers
This self-paced online defensive driving course provides commercial drivers with practical, industry-specific strategies to reduce risk, prevent collisions, and maintain compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) safety standards. Designed for flexibility, this training can be completed anytime, anywhere, and delivers comprehensive instruction across critical areas of professional driving.
You will begin with an introduction to defensive driving, then explore vehicle...
Online Defensive Driving Course for Commercial Drivers
Details + Objectives
Course code: GES7078
What You Will Learn
- Cover critical topics such as managing space and speed, anticipating hazards, and making informed decisions under pressure
- Understand how to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate
- Understand FMCSA-aligned techniques used across the trucking and transportation industry to stay safe and compliant
- Build a stronger safety record and show employers you are ready for more responsibility and advancement
How You Will Benefit
- Complete the course anytime, anywhere with easy-to-follow modules built for commercial drivers
- Spot hazards early and make safer decisions to avoid costly accidents
- Show your commitment to safety—something employers look for when hiring or promoting
- Ensure safer driving for less downtime, fewer repairs, and reduced insurance expenses for you and/or your fleet
How the course is taught
- Self-paced, online course
- 3 Months to complete
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 8 course hours
Instructors & Support
This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to completing this course.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook device.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems.
- Mac: OS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
- Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.