Defensive Driving - Speed Kills: Human Factors

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Last Updated 07/2025
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What you'll learn

Identify the psychological and situational factors that contribute to speeding-related accidents.
Explain how impairment, fatigue, and distractions affect a driver's reaction time and decision-making.
Describe the importance of situational awareness and proactive driving in preventing speed-related crashes.

Amendment 42-24 Authorized for use 1 January 2025 / Mandatory 1 January 2026

Description

Speeding is less a mechanical problem than a human one, rooted in behavior, judgment, and the choices drivers make behind the wheel.

What this course covers:

  • How overconfidence, impatience, and impaired judgment lead to speeding
  • The psychological and situational triggers behind risky speed
  • The effects of distraction and fatigue on decision-making
  • Building situational awareness to prevent crashes

Ideal for drivers ready to recognize and change the habits that lead to speeding.

System Requirements

See System Requirements in the Coggno Knowledge Base

Defensive Driving - Speed Kills: Human Factors

Defensive Driving - Speed Kills: Human Factors
Defensive Driving - Speed Kills: Human Factors
Speeding is not just a mechanical issue but a reflection of human behavior and decision-making. This course examines how overconfidence, impatience, and impaired judgment contribute to speed-related accidents. Participants will explore the psychological and situational factors behind speeding, the effects of distractions and fatigue, and the importance of situational awareness in preventing crashes. By recognizing these risks, drivers can adopt safer behaviors and apply defensive driving strategies to reduce accidents and save lives. 

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed for employees and supervisors who need to complete Defensive Driving - Speed Kills: Human Factors training

Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.

The course takes approximately 8 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.

Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.

Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.

Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).

Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.

Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.

Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.

Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.

Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.

Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.

Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.