Defensive Driving (Techniques, Road Courtesy & Safety)

Defensive driving is often defined as preventing crashes before they occur, it is the demonstration of an attitude, awareness and driving skills such as:

1. Stay alert and keep eyes moving so that you can keep track of what is happening at all times;

2. Look for trouble spots developing around you;

3. Have a plan of action if the other driver does the wrong thing; and

4. Know that the law requires drivers to protect each other from their own mistakes.

A Defensive Driver must:

1. Be able to keep a safe driving record.

2. Have a positive attitude on road safety.

3. Be physically and mentally fit to drive.

4. Have received proper training before driving.