CDL Safe Driving: Defensive Driving Techniques is a 29-minute online course that teaches commercial motor vehicle operators defensive driving strategies, hazard recognition, and accident prevention techniques as required by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations under 49 CFR Part 392. It is designed for CDL holders and fleet operators and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Commercial motor vehicles are involved in approximately 5,000 fatal crashes per year in the United States, according to data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. FMCSA regulations under 49 CFR Part 392 require that commercial vehicle drivers operate their vehicles safely and in compliance with all traffic laws. Employers who fail to ensure driver competency face civil penalties up to $16,864 per violation under FMCSA's enforcement framework, with hazardous materials transportation violations reaching up to $99,756 per offense.
This course trains your CDL drivers on defensive driving techniques specifically calibrated for commercial motor vehicles. Your team will learn hazard anticipation and scanning strategies, proper following distances for heavy vehicles, speed and space management on highways and in urban environments, techniques for handling blind spots, and post-accident procedures. The course addresses the unique challenges of operating larger, heavier vehicles that require longer stopping distances and wider turning radii.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates commercial vehicle operations under 49 CFR Parts 390-399. Part 392 specifically addresses safe driving practices and prohibits operating a CMV while impaired, distracted, or in an unsafe condition. FMCSA requires motor carriers to instruct drivers on safe operations per 49 CFR 392.2, and employers must maintain driver qualification files documenting training. Through June 2025, FMCSA conducted over 8,340 investigations resulting in more than 50,000 violations. Civil penalties for violating FMCSA safety regulations can reach $16,864 per violation, with penalties for hazmat-related offenses up to $99,756 per violation. Carriers with poor safety records face increased inspection frequency and potential loss of operating authority.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $29.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $23.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $21.55 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English and Spanish at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.