Fixed Object Collisions: Driver Training Series

This online Fixed Object Collisions: Driver Training Series course is designed to help drivers understand how to avoid an accident or incident involving their tractor-trailer and a fixed object.

Course Overview

The Driver Training Series is a collection of training programs which emphasize the essential skills necessary for staying safe on the road. This series is appropriate for all levels of drivers, from the entry-level to the veteran driver. Fixed Object Collisions is designed to help drivers understand how to avoid an accident or incident involving their tractor-trailer and a fixed object. Specifically, it covers how to avoid contacting various obstructions while performing basic driving maneuvers.

After completing this course, an understanding should be gained of:

  • How to identify ground-level, eye-level, and overhead obstructions that have the potential to make contact with a truck
  • How to avoid a fixed object collision, especially while driving, backing, or cornering.

Course Topics

  • Cause & effect of fixed object collisions
  • Avoiding a fixed object collision
  • Planning properly, avoiding fatigue, and backing only when necessary