There are three basic rules to driving safely and defensively: be prepared, maximize visibility and adjust to the conditions. These rules apply even more in winter, where conditions are more hazardous than in warm weather. This course discusses how to prepare, what to be aware of during a trip and how to handle hazardous winter conditions. After completion, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of early winter preparation
- List items to include in a winter emergency kit
- Explain how the vehicle is affected by winter weather
- List strategies to maximize visibility
- Describe how to recognize and predict winter weather conditions
- List strategies to use while driving through adverse conditions
- Explain precautions to take when driving through mountains