Citation

Shaw S. Proc. Australas. Road Safety Res. Policing Educ. Conf. 2004; 8(2).

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, copyright holder varies, Publisher Monash University)

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Abstract

This report reviews the driver safety program conducted, and subsequent joint evaluations by Shawsett Training (the private safety practitioner) and the Department of Agriculture Safety Branch. The program was conducted throughout Western Australia, delivering a one day driver training course as a pre-requisite to driving an agency vehicle. The aim of the course was described as "To raise awareness of driving practices that contributes to the safety and welfare of course participants and develop the potential for the reduction of personal injury and vehicle damage". The report refers to the emphasis of training being awareness of skill levels as opposed to skill enhancement, and emphasised observation characteristics as central to hazard awareness and risk reduction.