Driving Programs

National Safety Council CEVO II - Ambulance (8)
This National Safety Council program, Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator, is an interactive case based program designed to help the EMS driver.

National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course (6)
This 6 hour/6 CEU class is popular among drivers of all ages and experience levels. In addition to the educational value of the topics presented, students that complete this class can have 2 points deducted from their driving record and also receive a 5% discount off their automobile insurance for 3 years.

The average car insurance bill in the NJ/PA area is over $1,000. A discount of 5% means a savings of $150 over 3 years. Thus, this class pays for itself after only 1 year.

ETC can bring this class to your location, such as senior centers, schools, church or civic groups, companies or municipalities. We provide all materials and books. The class includes class discussion, activities, case studies and video presentations. The schedule can be over 2 evenings or 1 full day, scheduled at the convenience of your organization.

Topics
Topics that are covered in this class include:

• Driving Defensively: Identify risky attitudes and behaviors.
• Making Safe Choices: Benefits of restraint systems, avoiding alcohol, maintain control in adverse driving situations
• Becoming Aware of Conditions: How to avoid collisions and other drivers.
• Hone Your Skills: Skills and techniques to avoid head on collisions, safe and legal turns, hazards of passing.

The cost for this class is $50 per student, free for eligible volunteers. A minimum of 10 students is required to hold the class.
 

Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course (EVOC) (8)
EVOC is a National Standard Curriculum for EMS drivers.  The goal of the program is to decrease ambulance crashes and improve operations.  Discussion regarding red lights and siren use is included.  Also includes a practical driving course.  Host agencies must provide 80-100 cones and a location for the driving course.