The defensive driving course gives drivers the tools to be safer drivers in hopes that they can drive in a manner that can not only save their life but can save the lives of others.
Drivers must avoid driving aggressively. Aggressive driving is defined as a “progression of unlawful driving actions.” The growth of aggressive driving has been a cause of most traffic fatalities and deaths. Drivers who drive aggressively often speed, tailgate and express their anger towards other drivers. Try to remain calm when you find yourself become frustrated or agitated while on the road. If you witness a driver driving aggressively, get the tag number of the driver and call the police.
Do not drive while impaired. Impaired driving is dangerous. Impairment can be caused by alcohol or drugs. Thousands of lives could be saved by remembering, “If you are driving don’t drink and if you are drinking don’t drive.”
Drive only when you are rested. Driving while tired or sleepy can be just as dangerous as driving while drunk. Driver exhaustion is a growing problem on the roads. Insufficient sleep and rest can slow down your reaction time and your alertness decreases. It can also cause frustration and intolerance and lead to aggressive driving. To counter this problem, make sure that you get enough rest before you get in the driver’s seat. Whenever you feel tired or sleepy, pull over to a safe area to take a nap or let someone else do the driving.
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