Driver Safety Training
Free modules designed to make you a safer driver. Complete all 6 modules to earn your certificate, which may qualify you for insurance discounts.
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💡 Quick Tip
Each module includes practical tips you can start using today. No special equipment needed - just awareness and good habits.
Defensive Driving
The Smith System
Defensive driving means one thing: assume everyone else on the road is about to do something stupid, and position yourself so it doesn't matter when they do.
Space Management
The 7-Second Rule
Managing space around your vehicle: following distance (7-second rule for trucks), overhead clearance, side clearance, and creating escape routes. Covers the importance of maintaining a safety buffer in all traffic conditions.
Intersections and Turns
Button Hook and Jug Handle
Navigating intersections safely: right turns requiring wide swing, left turns and lane positioning, traffic signals and right-of-way, railroad crossings, and roundabouts for commercial vehicles.
Lane Changes and Passing
Check Your Blind Spots
Safe lane changes: mirror checks, blind spot awareness, signaling, gradual movements, highway merging, and passing etiquette. Special considerations for commercial vehicles with trailers.
Night Driving
Seeing and Being Seen
Operating safely in low-light conditions: proper headlight use, high beam etiquette, speed adjustment for limited visibility, fatigue awareness, and dealing with oncoming headlight glare.
Adverse Weather Driving
When to Stop
Driving in challenging conditions: rain and hydroplaning, snow and ice, high winds (especially for high-profile vehicles), fog, and the decision to park vs continue driving.
Earn Your Safe Driver Certificate
Complete all 6 modules to receive your ShieldOTZ Safe Driver Certificate. This certificate demonstrates your commitment to safe driving and may qualify you for discounts with participating insurance carriers.