For schools

Licensed to Drive - Year 10

Remember how excited you were to be getting behind the wheel for the first time?
 
This invaluable driving introduction is designed to prepare students for the process involved in getting their driver's licence. If your school is involved in the Road Aware Keys for Life program, this is the perfect presentation to complement your program.

We discuss: 

• How to obtain your learner's permit 
• The restrictions applied to learner drivers
• Road rules to prepare for the computer based theory test

Back Seat Driver - Year 10

This important presentation is designed to raise road safety awareness to 14 and 15 year olds. While they are not driving yet, these students are often travelling with higher risk P plate drivers.

We discuss: 

• Statistics of young drivers in road crashes 
• The role of passengers in vehicles 
• Strategies for travelling safely in vehicles

Keys for Life Parent Workshop - Years 10, 11 & 12

Keys for Life is a free 60 minute workshop for parents, supervisors and their learner drivers. This workshop is a ‘must have’ for all students who are learning to drive.
 
Workshops can be booked for after-school hours and can be conducted in conjunction with the SDERA Keys for Life school road safety programme.

We discuss:

• Statistics on young drivers 
• Contributing risk factors for young drivers 
• Background to the Graduated Driver Training and Licensing System 
• Tips for supervisors and learner drivers

For more information and workshop dates visit Learn to drive.

Taking the Wheel - Years 11 & 12

Examines the challenges faced by students when they first receive their learner's permit and are working towards obtaining their P plates.
 
We discuss: 

• Restrictions of learner drivers 
• Preparation for the practical and Hazard Perception Test 
• Practical tips and common test errors

Road Safety the Reality - Years 11 & 12

As one of the age groups most likely to be involved in fatal crashes, this presentation emphasises the seriousness of road safety and explains how young people can reduce the likelihood of being involved in a crash.

We discuss: 

• Crash scenarios, the road toll and those most at risk 
• The 'Fatal Four" factors causing road deaths 
• Your choices and consequences

Drink, Drugs and Driving - Years 11 & 12

This presentation focuses on the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving. Students are given the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities such as measuring a standard drink and using the fatal vision goggles.

We discuss:

• The effects of alcohol and drugs on driving 
• Standard drinks and different effects on individuals 
• The law in regard to alcohol, drugs and driving

Buying a Car - Years 11 & 12

Buying their first car is a thrilling moment for any young driver, but there are pitfalls to avoid along the way.

We discuss: 

• Selecting the right car - vehicle inspection and road testing 
• Getting the best deal and avoiding costly mistakes 
• Purchasing a safe vehicle and how new and used cars are rated. 
• Contracts, insurance, registration and REV's check

Free2go - Year 12

Free2go is a program designed to equip Year 12 students with the information they need to stay safe on the roads, while offering plenty of hints and tips to help make their motoring experience hassle-free.
We discuss: 

• How to get your licence 
• Buying a car 
• Maintaining your car 
• How P-plate drivers can get free RAC Roadside Assistance

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PBF PREVENTION - road program (Years 11 & 12)

The RAC and the Paraplegic Benefit Fund (PBF) share a strong commitment to road safety and work closely to communicate road safety messages to the WA Community.

RAC supports PBF to deliver an innovative and powerful road safety program that encourages young people to make safer choices about road use. Facilitated by people who have sustained a spinal cord injury in their youth, the PBF PREVENTION - road program provides a first-hand account of the emotional, life-changing and enduring impact that a serious road crash has and assists students in identifying risk-reducing strategies.

The RAC and PBF work together to enhance the delivery of education to pre drivers and novice drivers by encouraging schools to take a coordinated and program-based approach to their road safety education.

If your Year 11 and 12 students have participated in the RAC Community Education program during 2010 you will be entitled to receive a free PBF Prevention – road program presentation. Don’t miss out, book now!

If you would like further information regarding the services we offer, please contact the Community Education office on 9436 4471 or complete the online booking form.