Defensive Driving Courses for Australian Workplaces
Low Risk Driving Course
The Low Risk Driving Course is a one-day safe driving program usually conducted at your place of business with small group sizes ensuring maximum trainee participation and we do not exceed a ratio of more than four participants to one trainer.
Low Risk Driving Update Course – Half Day
The Low Risk Driving Update Course is a half-day program designed for drivers who have previously attended the Low Risk Driving Course – One Day.
Four Wheel Driver Training
Low Risk 4WD Training Course – One Day
CDTA‘s Low Risk 4WD Training Course is a one-day course designed for those who use 4WD vehicles for work and who are serious about managing 4WD safety. The program blends key aspects from our one day Low Risk Driving Course with basic 4WD knowledge and skills.
4WD Operator’s Course – Two Day
CDTA‘s Operator’s Course is a two day course designed for those who use 4WD vehicles for work and who are serious about managing 4WD safety. The program blends key aspects from our one day Low Risk Driving Course with basic 4WD knowledge and skills.
All About 4WD – One Day
All About 4WD is a one-day course for those who want to know more about their 4WD vehicle. Unlike CDTA‘s other 4WD courses, All About 4WD focuses on using your 4WD in routine driving situations and is not intended for those planning to do serious off-road driving.
Trailer Towing
Trailer Towing Familiarisation Course – Half Day
This course assists drivers with the knowledge and skills required to safely tow a trailer, while also helping them think in ways that promote cautious, low-risk driving behavior.
Low Risk Trailer Towing Course – One Day
This course is designed for drivers who may be required to tow trailers including larger trailers as part of their job requirements. It also incorporates are important aspects of the Low Risk Driving Course.
More Lessons & Courses for Adults
Begin your journey towards confident and safe driving with our adult driver lessons and courses. Whether you're a complete beginner or seeking to brush up on your skills, our comprehensive programs cater to drivers of all levels and backgrounds. Our experienced instructors provide personalised instruction tailored to your individual learning style and goals, ensuring that you receive the support and guidance you need to succeed.
Suspended Licence Course (Online)
PLEASE NOTE* THIS IS NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR THE TRAFFIC OFFENDERS INTERVENTION PROGRAM/DRIVER EDUCATION COURSE. This course aims to provide driving advice and road rules refresher modules that will assist someone who has had their licence suspended.
Skilled Driver Course (Online)
This course aims to provide you with valuable information on how to drive safely, exercise defensive driving techniques and teach you to use caution behind the wheel, while scanning for potential hazards.
Workplace Safety Course (Online)
Onroad Driving School is a Registered NDIS provider, and we offer extensive driver training for clients with NDIS funding in Sydney, Queanbeyan, Central Coast, Newcastle, Perth, Canberra, Wollongong and Melbourne. Our instructors have undergone specific training under NDIS Guidelines to offer a professional and appropriate service to our clients with additional needs.
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Older Driver Assessment
A driving assessment from your home, conducted by a licensed and accredited driving instructor. This assessment is on a 'fee for service' basis. You are able to choose any accredited driving instructor accredited to deliver the assessment.
Driving Lessons
Onroad Driving Education prides itself in making sure that from the time you join us, you feel comfortable and assured. Our expert instructors offer a wide array of driving classes, including specialised programs about safe driving and defensive driving. We are available in multiple states.
Disability Driving Lessons
Onroad Driving School is a Registered NDIS provider, and we offer extensive driver training for clients with NDIS funding in Sydney, Queanbeyan, Central Coast, Newcastle, Perth, Canberra, Wollongong and Melbourne. Our instructors have undergone specific training under NDIS Guidelines to offer a professional and appropriate service to our clients with additional needs.
Driving Safety That Protects Your Business
Is your team truly prepared for the risks they face on the road every day? Workplace injuries, particularly driving and vehicle injuries, can turn into a significant liability for businesses if not addressed effectively. Businesses must stay proactive in managing these risks! Our corporate-focused defensive driving lessons are designed to reduce driving-related risk while strengthening compliance and supporting safer, more confident teams.
Why Defensive Driving Matters at Work
Defensive driving training is fast becoming a critical component of workplace risk management. For corporates, a defensive driving course is more than a driving skill upgrade. It is a way to develop a safety-first driving approach in drivers and teach them the essential techniques to improve performance and efficiency. Our defensive driving courses train drivers to identify hazards early and respond safely, making it easier for corporates to meet Work Health and Safety (WHS) obligations and fulfil duty of care requirements.
In Australia, employees who drive for work face many risks and safety exposures. Structured defensive driving lessons can help businesses to prevent frequent incidents and reduce vehicle damage and disruption of work. It can teach corporate drivers effective hazard perception, safe following distances, speed control, and situational awareness in challenging situations and places such as urban traffic, highways, and work-related travel routes.
We also offer low-risk driving courses that strengthen this foundation by shifting the focus from reaction to avoiding risk to developing consistently safe behaviour. Drivers learn to plan ahead, minimise exposure to danger, and make deliberate choices that reduce fatigue, stress, and distraction.
Training That Delivers Real Business Results
Our driver safety training course is designed exclusively for corporates and teams, ensuring we fulfil your business’s operational requirements rather than individual driving needs. We offer tailored training programs that meet your organisation’s needs, industry risks, and internal safety policies. Our low-risk driving courses support compliance and deliver measurable improvements in driver performance.
Key benefits of a structured defensive driving class include fewer incidents, reduced insurance claims, lower repair and maintenance costs, and reduced vehicle downtime. With fewer incidents, the risk of disruption to operations and exposure to legal and reputational risk also decreases significantly. Over time, consistent defensive driving lessons help build a stronger safety culture, make drivers more responsible, and enhance the business’s compliance reporting outcomes.
Looking to improve employee safety and strengthen WHS compliance? Book our low-risk and defensive driving courses today and strengthen driver safety across your organisation.
Q1. Does defensive driving training help with WHS compliance in Australia?
Yes. Under Australia's Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act, employers are legally required to eliminate or minimise risks to workers, including those who drive for work. Providing structured defensive driving training is one of the most effective ways to demonstrate your duty of care obligations. At CDTA, our courses are designed specifically to help Australian businesses meet their WHS requirements, reduce legal exposure, and protect their people on the road.
Q2. Who should attend a defensive driving course?
Any employee who drives a vehicle as part of their job should attend a defensive driving course. This includes fleet drivers, field workers, sales representatives, tradespeople, and managers who travel between work sites. If your business operates company vehicles or requires staff to drive their own vehicles for work purposes, structured defensive driving training is an essential part of your workplace safety program.
Q3. What is the difference between defensive driving and low risk driving?
Defensive driving focuses on reacting safely when a hazard appears. Low risk driving, which is the foundation of all CDTA programs, goes a step further by teaching drivers to anticipate and avoid dangerous situations before they develop. Rather than simply responding to risk, low risk drivers plan ahead, maintain situational awareness, and make deliberate decisions that reduce their exposure to danger. This evidence-based approach consistently produces better safety outcomes for organisations across Australia.
Q4. Do you come to our workplace to deliver the training?
Yes. CDTA's defensive driving courses are typically delivered at your place of business, so there is no need for your team to travel to an external facility. Our qualified trainers come to you, minimising disruption to your operations while ensuring your staff receive hands-on, practical training in a familiar environment. We service businesses across Australia and can accommodate a wide range of workplace locations and settings.
Q5. Can defensive driving training reduce our company's insurance costs?
Yes, in many cases it can. Many insurance providers recognise structured driver training as a genuine risk reduction measure and may offer lower premiums to organisations that can demonstrate a consistent, documented training program. Beyond insurance savings, businesses that invest in regular defensive driving training typically see fewer vehicle incidents, lower repair and maintenance costs, reduced workers' compensation claims, and less operational downtime. The return on investment from driver safety training is measurable and significant over time.