Oilfield Driver Awareness

Course Objective:

Oilfield Driver Awareness course is aimed at workers who drive in oilfield environments who require the needed skills and a certificate showcasing their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. This course will teach strategies to improve driving behaviour and mitigate factors that influence driver attitudes.

Learning Objectives & Specific Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to understand the oilfield driving environment and the special considerations required to safety operate a motor vehicle in these situations. In addition, this course may be required for workers who will be driving in the oil industry. Alberta students who receive a score equal or greater than 80% on the written exam may be eligible for a reduction of 3 demerit points. 

Topics Include:

• Sculpting a safe and professional driving attitude
• Defensive driving skills
• Regulations and policies at the provincial and federal level
• National Safety Code (NSC) requirements
• Proper vehicle inspections
• Off-highway driving techniques
• Journey management, road conditions and hazard identification