Driver Refresher Course

For many people car travel is an important aspect of their independence and well-being, giving them access to friends, family, shopping and health related services such as GP’s, hospitals and opticians.

However, research suggests that human error is a contributory factor in almost all collisions and that 54% of people killed or seriously injured on Dorset’s roads in the last 3 years*  were in a car.  * 3 year casualty data (2007-9)

Driver refresher courses are designed to address the most common causes of collisions in Dorset, namely a lack of hazard perception and awareness and inappropriate use of speed.  The courses provide drivers with an opportunity to update their driving skills and knowledge, helping them deal with ever changing road conditions, and can reduce the risk of becoming involved in a road collision.

Held during the day, the 3 hour courses give drivers an opportunity to discuss issues related to driving and receive help and guidance with things that may concern or worry them.

No driving is involved. The group discussions include:  new driving techniques; changes in the law and Highway Code; keeping fit to drive; motorways and roundabouts

As part of a pilot scheme courses are free to attend at various venues around the county.

The following Driver Refresher Courses are free to attend – to book your place email roadsafety@dorsetcc.gov.uk or contact the Road Safety Team on 01305 224558.

Other dates/venues may become available – details will appear on  www.dorsetforyou.com/roadsafety or contact the Road Safety Team    

Day Date      2009 Time Venue                                                          
Thurs 13 May 9.30am Verwood – The Hub,  Room 30Brock Way BH31 6WW
Thurs 13 May 2pm Verwood – The Hub,  Room 30Brock Way BH31 6WW
Wed 19 May 9.30am Bridport – Leisure Centre – PavilionBrewery Fields DT6 5LN 
Mon 24 May 9.30am Bournemouth Kings Park safety Centre 
Mon 24 May 2pm Bournemouth Kings Park safety Centre 
Fri 4 June 9.30am Dorchester – Weymouth Avenue Sports  Pavilion  
Fri 4 June 2pm Dorchester – Weymouth Avenue Sports  Pavilion  
Fri 11 June 2pm Sherborne – small Digby Hall DT9 3AA
Wed 16 June 9.30am Wimborne – Allendale Centre Hanham Road  BH21 1AS
Wed 16 June 2pm Wimborne – Allendale CentreHanham Road  BH21 1AS 
Mon 21 June 9.30am Poole Upton House – The Study  
Mon 21 June 9.30am Poole Upton House – The Study  
Tues 29 June 9.30am Chickerell – Willowbed Hall 

 

A limited number of practical driver refresher courses are also available free of charge (usually £37.50), full details are available at the courses.