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FP11 Managing driver fatigue risk

Driver fatigue is a major cause of road traffic collisions and can be as dangerous as drink-driving. Tired drivers have slower reaction times and suffer from reduced attention, awareness, and ability to control their vehicles.

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Description

Driver fatigue is a major cause of road traffic collisions and can be as dangerous as drink-driving. Tired drivers have slower reaction times and suffer from reduced attention, awareness, and ability to control their vehicles.

You will learn how to develop a fatigue risk management plan that includes preventative and counteracting measures. This course will also highlight the importance of fatigue management, its links to driver fitness, health and impairment.

This is a 3-hour online course counting as one optional module towards the FORS Practitioner qualifications.

Pricing

FORS rate - £70(+VAT)
Non-FORS rate - £140 (+VAT)


TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE FORS DISCOUNTED RATE


Enter your FORS ID as you add each participant and price will automatically adjust to the FORS rate.


All participants taking advantage of the FORS rate must be employed by the FORS Operator when the course is booked and paid for. The training record will be assigned the FORS ID entered.


The FORS discount is not transferable to a non-FORS operator. Improper use of a FORS ID to achieve an ineligible discount will result in training records and certificates being revoked.



Who should attend this course?

  • Fleet managers and those responsible for reducing the impact of fatigue risk in their operation
  • Transport office staff employed to support fleet managers or the appointed responsible person and are looking to advance their career
  • Line managers looking for further professional development in fatigue risk management

What objectives does the course cover?

The course equips delegates with the knowledge and skills required to manage driver fatigue across the operation:


By the end of the training course delegates will be able to:


  • Outline the regulations and responsibilities in relation to workplace fatigue and driving for work
  • Recognise the effects of fatigue and the contributory factors affecting drivers
  • Apply the processes and techniques that prevent and counteract fatigue risk
  • Develop, implement and monitor a fatigue risk management plan