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... Although this research synthesis identified specific tools and techniques that, if broadly implemented, appear likely to yield safety benefits, there are overarching needs and requirements to promote the effectiveness of driver training programs that cannot be overlooked. As emphasized in the recommendations of the 2002 International Truck and Bus Safety Research and Policy Symposium, there is an urgent need for standardized curricula for entry-level driver training and remedial training for problem drivers (Zacharia and Richards, 2002)
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... Training program elements that are good candidates for instruction using multimedia resources include familiarization with vehicle control systems; how to perform pretrip, en route, and posttrip vehicle inspections; identifying and maintaining vehicle systems; preparing the vehicle for driving in adverse weather; procedures for securing cargo; proper lifting techniques; and effective communication skills. The explanation of defensive driving techniques can also be enhanced through dynamic examples illustrated via CD/DVD-ROM technology.
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... Training operators to drive in hazardous weather and make emergency maneuvers requires still higher fidelity simulation, including top-end computer graphics and a sophisticated motion platform. Schools and companies should design simulation into their training programs in a way that makes sense in terms of their particular instructional goals and available resources.
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