RoSPA Defensive Driving

Courses offered

1. 01

   RoSPA Level 2 International Award in Defensive Driving

   One of RoSPA’s most respected qualifications. It develops responsible, alert and confident drivers who can reduce road risks in challenging conditions. Delivered by RoSPA-qualified instructors, it is ideal for fleet drivers, logistics personnel and anyone who drives regularly for work.

2. 02

   ADNOC-Approved RoSPA Level 2 International Award in Defensive Driving

   The same RoSPA Level 2 award, approved by ADNOC for drivers and organisations operating in the oil & gas and industrial sectors.

Topics covered

Our general RoSPA training courses cover essential safety principles that apply to many industries, including construction, logistics, oil & gas and manufacturing.

• Understand local driving laws and procedures
• Understand vehicle and driver safety systems
• Understand how human behaviour influences driving risk
• Understand defensive driving principles
• Prepare to drive a company vehicle
• Demonstrate defensive driving techniques

These courses align with national labour and HSE regulations and are recognised by companies seeking international-standard HSE certification.

Key learning outcomes

The Level 2 International Award in Defensive Driving covers:

• Understanding driver behaviour and risk perception
• Identifying road hazards and maintaining situational awareness
• Applying defensive driving techniques to reduce accident probability
• Vehicle inspection and maintenance checks before operation
• Managing fatigue, distractions and adverse driving conditions
• Emergency handling, braking and safe following distances

This course helps organisations lower accident rates, reduce insurance claims and comply with national traffic safety requirements for corporate fleets.

Who should attend

• Professional and fleet drivers
• Logistics and transport supervisors
• Health & Safety officers
• Corporate fleet managers and risk assessors
• Employees required to drive company vehicles or heavy equipment

Learning outcomes

Participants completing the RoSPA training and driving courses will:

• Improve hazard recognition and response in high-risk scenarios
• Reduce workplace and road-related accidents
• Gain an internationally recognised RoSPA certificate
• Strengthen compliance with national occupational and transport safety laws
• Contribute to a proactive, prevention-focused safety culture

Course duration

• RoSPA Defensive Driving (Level 2): 1–2 days
• General RoSPA Safety Training: 1–3 days (depending on course type and participant role)

All sessions combine classroom instruction with real-world demonstrations and performance evaluations.

How RoSPA training reduces workplace & road incidents

With the region’s growing industrial and transport sectors, road and workplace safety remain top priorities. Arbrit’s RoSPA training and driving courses support safer workplaces and roads as the region grows. Here’s how:

• Improves driver behaviour and situational awareness: encourages responsible decision-making behind the wheel.
• Aligns with national regulatory requirements: meets national road safety and labour training standards.
• Reduces vehicle downtime and losses: defensive driving techniques minimise accidents and maintenance costs.
• Enhances public and corporate image: certified drivers and teams demonstrate professionalism and care.
• Builds safety leadership: graduates often lead internal awareness campaigns and peer training programmes.

How you'll train

• Training at our centres in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and KSA, or on your site
• Hands-on practice on the same equipment your teams use at work
• Certified trainers who bring years of site experience into every course