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.