Driver Fatigue Management

Liderazgo Training

All training programs are Outcome Based and are assessed according to various Unit Standards and Outcomes.

Assessment criteria consists of a Formative Assessment, In-Class Assessments and Summative Assessment.

Course Duration

Duration: ½ - day course
Theory
3 Hour Theoretical Training (Knowledge Accelerator) on Driver Fatigue and Road Safety

Course Overview

Driver fatigue is a very Dangerous condition created when a person is suffering symptoms of Fatigue while driving. Fatigue related accidents are often more severe than others as the drivers’ reaction times are delayed or they have failed to make any maneuvers to avoid a crash.

Research on South African roads has indicated that Driver fatigue plays a role in as many as 20% of accidents and 25-30% in fatal crashes.

Aims of this Knowledge Accelerator

• To raise awareness of the dangers and impact of driver fatigue.
• 10 Road Tips to get you to your destination safely.
• To provide drivers with effective measures to avoid Driver Fatigue and promote Road Safety.

Learning Outcomes

• In the training we will explore 4 key areas:
  • Road Safety: driver fatigue, driving conditions, unsafe vehicles and more
  • What causes of driver fatigue? We will explore a range of factors and the main causes
  • Ten Road tips to get you to your destination safely
  • Awareness that Real Safety starts and ends with the driver
• We will discuss and look at the differences between tiredness and fatigue, their signs and symptoms
• Distractions when driving – What are they? We explore their dangers and avoidance thereof
• Alcohol, drugs and sleep
• Signs of driver fatigue and avoidance
  • Things to do at home and work
  • Sleep environment
  • Lifestyle
  • Signs of fatigue

Training Aids

• Slide Show Presentation
• Driver Fatigue Safe Drive Video

Competency Scores

• All learners are to achieve 80% and above for Theoretical Assessments.