Training Courses

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At Driver Development Australia, we offer a comprehensive range of training programs designed to meet all of your driver training and assessment needs. Our courses are tailored to the specific requirements of your organisation, ensuring your employees are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for safe and responsible driving. Each program combines theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world driving experience, to reinforce key safety principles.

Load Restraint Training

Proper load restraint is critical to prevent injuries and property damage. This course complies with the Chain of Responsibility provisions from the National Transport Commission’s Load Restraint Guide. It includes a classroom session on the laws and safety principles, followed by practical hands-on training to ensure the safe carriage of loads.

Dangerous Goods Awareness Training

This interactive classroom session is essential for employees involved in the handling, packaging, and transportation of dangerous goods. It provides a comprehensive overview of the responsibilities associated with the transport of hazardous materials, ensuring the safety of people and the environment. The course covers basic safety principles, legal requirements, and best practices for the safe carriage of dangerous goods

Defensive Heavy Vehicle Driver Training

This vehicle-specific course is designed to enhance driver awareness and understanding of large vehicle dynamics, hazard perception, and load safety. It also covers load restraint techniques and distribution. The course includes both a theory component and a practical on-road session, with supervision by a qualified trainer. A written evaluation is provided upon completion.

Trailer Towing Safety and Operation

This course is designed to eliminate uncertainty when towing trailers or caravans. After a short theory session, participants engage in practical training that covers safe towing practices, understanding vehicle dynamics, and mastering safe reversing techniques.

Primary Driver Awareness Presentation

Designed for experienced drivers, this engaging and interactive seminar focuses on fostering the right attitude behind the wheel. Complex issues are broken down into simple, actionable steps that help increase awareness and improve safety on the road. Active participation is encouraged through discussions and questions. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate

On Road Primary Driver Awareness

This on-road session complements the Primary Driver Awareness Seminar by putting the key principles into practice. Employees gain practical knowledge of real-world driving conditions, road laws, and strategies for adapting to our ever-changing roads.

Commercial Vehicle / Mini Bus Training & Evaluation

This course focuses on increasing driver confidence and enhancing passenger safety in larger vehicles, such as minibuses and commercial vehicles. It covers vehicle dynamics, hazard perception, and forward planning. The course includes a brief classroom session followed by a practical on-road component. A written evaluation is provided upon completion.

Driver Evaluation

Ideal for new employees or high-risk drivers, this one-on-one assessment is conducted by an accredited assessor in the employee’s work vehicle. The session evaluates the driver’s car control, safety awareness, and overall road skills. A detailed written report is provided to the employer at the end of the assessment.