OCCL Defensive Driving Solutions

Popular Driving Courses For NGO's

• 4wd Defensive Driving Training: Learn the causes & solutions for accidents and rollovers on unsealed roads.
• 4wd Bush Driving (Low Range): Manoeuvre your 4wd to its fullest capability in severe off-road environments.
• 4wd Management Training: Save money on drivers & vehicles; manage & supervise them better.
• 4wd Field Security Awareness: 4wd operation, incident identification & security awareness for field workers.
• Professional Driving Course: Hazard awareness, space management & responsibility for the professional driver.

Popular Training Packages For NGO's

• The Comprehensive 4wd Package: This popular package is a must for staff whose 4wd skills are a necessity for operation in rural areas and on unsealed roads.
• The Essential Field Personnel Package: Basic all-around training; 4wd understanding and skills are developed. Students learn the importance of operating in the Pro-Active Mindset enabling them to avoid accidents /incidents through awareness.
• The Inclusive Field Personnel Package: This is the next step up for field personnel operating in high-risk /insecure areas where there may be an immediate risk of ambush or attack. A conditioned response to a given situation is developed.

FAQ's

Can I justify the cost? The cost of the course is recoverable in fuel savings alone and generally equals the cost of one tyre. Add to this the reduced vehicle and personnel downtime that comes from fewer accidents, and less wear and tear. Read More>>

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