
Driver Profiler
Human error is a significant factor in road accidents, contributing to 95 per cent of all incidents. The Driver Profiler course is a groundbreaking online driver safety tool designed to predict driver safety levels and associated risks. This assessment evaluates various factors, including psychometrics, personality traits, knowledge and attitude - serving as a reliable indicator of driver behaviour. Developed by two prominent UK universities, and exclusively available through RoSPA, the Driver Profiler course is a crucial resource for organisations aiming to enhance driver safety.
What does Driver Profiler cover?
Driver safety assessment: The course conducts a comprehensive assessment of driver safety taking into account various factors that influence driver behaviour
Cost-effective assessment: The Driver Profiler offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional in-vehicle methods for assessing driver safety
Personality evaluation: The course assesses the driver's personality traits and how they relate to their behaviour on the road
Eight human characteristics: The course specifically measures eight human characteristics including demographics, distraction and speed, co-operation, dealing with pressure, violations and journey planning
Psychometric analysis: It includes a psychometric evaluation to understand the psychological aspects affecting a driver's behaviour
Knowledge assessment: It examines the driver's knowledge related to safe driving practices and regulations.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will be able to:
Demographics
Gain an understanding of how demographic factors can impact driver behaviour and safety.
Distraction
Learn how distractions affect driving and how to mitigate them for safer driving.
Speed
Understand the role of speed in driver safety and how to manage it effectively.
Co-operation
Learn how cooperation and interaction with others on the road influence driver behaviour and safety.
Dealing with pressure
Acquire skills for handling stressful situations while driving and maintaining safety.
Violations
Understand the implications of traffic violations and how to avoid them for safer driving.
Journey Planning
Learn effective strategies for planning journeys to enhance safety and reduce risks on the road.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Effective recruitment exercise: Employers can use the Driver Profiler as a recruitment tool to ensure that potential drivers fit the required safety profile, ultimately reducing the risk of accidents and related costs
- Compliance with HSE guidelines: This course is specifically designed for at-work drivers and aligns with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines on risk assessing all drivers, helping organisations meet their legal duty of care
- Online learning convenience: The online format of the course minimises disruption to workplace operations and reduces the time drivers spend away from their core duties. This convenience enhances productivity and operational efficiency
- Cost savings: Traditional in-vehicle training can be costly and time-consuming. The Driver Profiler’s online platform means faster delivery and no additional training fees, leading to significant cost savings
- Identification of 'at risk' drivers: The platform allows managers to access percentage scores, enabling them to identify 'at-risk' drivers and organise targeted training programmes, ultimately reducing the likelihood of accidents.
For delegates
- Personalised feedback: The course provides individual drivers with valuable insights into their driving behaviour, including accident history, mileage and the type of driving they engage in. This personal feedback helps drivers understand their strengths and areas where they can improve
- At-risk area identification: Delegates will have access to the Driver Profiler summary screen, allowing them to see areas of their driving that are considered 'at risk.' This information empowers drivers to make informed decisions about their behaviour on the road
- Actionable tips and advice: Individual feedback includes practical tips and advice to help delegates improve areas of their driving that may need attention. This guidance is invaluable for enhancing safety and reducing risk.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
The Driver Profiler course is ideally suited for organisations that operate a fleet of vehicles or employ individuals who drive for work purposes. It is particularly beneficial for the following
✓ Fleet managers: Those responsible for managing a company's vehicle fleet will find this course invaluable in improving driver safety and reducing accidents
✓ HR managers: Human resources professionals can use the Driver Profiler to ensure that employees who drive for work meet safety standards, reducing risks associated with employee driving
✓ Training managers: Those responsible for training and development can use this course to design targeted training programmes based on the assessment results, thus optimising training resources
✓ Logistics managers: Professionals in the logistics industry can use the Driver Profiler to enhance safety within their supply chain, reducing the likelihood of accidents and delays.