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RoSPA Level 1 Award in Defensive Driving

RFS Customised Award

The RoSPA Level 1 Award in Defensive Driving training is a comprehensive one-day course designed to enhance the driving skills and safety awareness of qualified drivers.

This course is ideal for those preparing for the RoSPA Advanced Driving Test or seeking to elevate their driving abilities to a higher standard. It is founded on the principles of 'Roadcraft: The Police Driver’s Handbook' and the RoSPA 'Advanced Car Test Guidelines.'

What does the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Defensive Driving (RFS Customised Award) cover?

Roadcraft principles: The course examines the principles outlined in 'Roadcraft: The Police Driver’s Handbook.' This comprehensive resource forms the basis of advanced driving techniques, ensuring that you grasp the foundations of safe and effective driving
Enhanced handling skills: The course focuses on enhancing your vehicle handling skills. You will learn how to control your vehicle more effectively, improving your ability to navigate challenging situations on the road
Positive driving behaviours: The course aims to instil positive driving behaviours. Learn not just the 'how' of driving but also the 'why' - fostering a mindset that prioritises safety, responsibility and the wellbeing of all road users
RoSPA advanced car test guidelines: You will be guided through the RoSPA 'Advanced Car Test Guidelines,' which serve as a benchmark for advanced driving standards. This framework helps you understand the criteria by which your skills will be assessed
Situational awareness: Raising situational awareness is a key component. You will develop a heightened sense of awareness, enabling you to anticipate and respond to changes in your surroundings, ultimately reducing the risk of accidents
RoSPA's advanced driving test is included on the last day of the course

What does the RoSPA Level 1 Award in Defensive Driving

(RFS Customised Award) cover?

Roadcraft principles: The course examines the principles outlined in 'Roadcraft: The Police Driver’s Handbook.' This comprehensive resource forms the basis of advanced driving techniques, ensuring that you grasp the foundations of safe and effective driving
Enhanced handling skills: The course focuses on enhancing your vehicle handling skills. You will learn how to control your vehicle more effectively, improving your ability to navigate challenging situations on the road
Positive driving behaviours: The course aims to instil positive driving behaviours. Learn not just the 'how' of driving but also the 'why' - fostering a mindset that prioritises safety, responsibility and the wellbeing of all road users
RoSPA advanced car test guidelines: You will be guided through the RoSPA 'Advanced Car Test Guidelines,' which serve as a benchmark for advanced driving standards. This framework helps you understand the criteria by which your skills will be assessed
Situational awareness: Raising situational awareness is a key component. You will develop a heightened sense of awareness, enabling you to anticipate and respond to changes in your surroundings, ultimately reducing the risk of accidents
RoSPA's advanced driving test is included on the last day of the course

Upon successful completion of the RoSPA Level 1 Award in Defensive Driving you will be able to:

Understand advanced driving techniques:

Gain an in-depth understanding of advanced driving techniques, including the 'IPSGA' system of vehicle control (Information, Position, Speed, Gear, Accelerate). through to coping with various driving hazards, enhancing participants' ability to respond to unexpected situations on the road.

Apply traffic laws and procedures:

The course ensures that you can effectively apply traffic laws and procedures to your driving tasks.

Responsibility for safety:

Be able to demonstrate responsibility for your safety and the safety of other road users while driving.

Awareness of human factors:

The course helps you identify how journey context and human factors can influence driver behaviour.

The RoSPA advanced test:

By the end of the course you will have developed the advanced driving techniques necessary to undertake the RoSPA advanced driving test, which will be included on your final day.

Benefits of the course

For employers:

Reduced accidents and near misses: Employers can benefit from a reduced number of driving-related accidents and near misses among their workforce by developing higher levels of knowledge and skills.

Reduced risk: The course focuses on driver understanding and behaviour, which in turn reduces the risk associated with driving.

For delegates:

Enhanced observational skills: Advanced drivers are known for being more observant and better at anticipating changes in surrounding conditions.

Improved safety: As an advanced driver you will be equipped to anticipate and control situations, thus reducing your accident risk and driving safely in various conditions.

Systematic approach: This course will help you develop a systematic approach to identifying road environment hazards, leaving nothing to chance.

This course is tailored to meet your needs if:

Qualified drivers: The course is ideal for individuals who are already qualified drivers, ensuring that you have a foundational understanding-of-driving.

RoSPA advanced driving test preparation: If you are preparing for the RoSPA Advanced Driving Test this course is specifically designed to support your test readiness. It provides the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the test.

Skill elevation: The course is tailored for drivers looking to elevate their driving skills to a higher standard beyond the basic requirements. Whether you want to become a more confident and proficient driver, this course is well suited for your goals.