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Driving for Life

Driving for Life and Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) safety training. Covers distracted driving, DUI/DWI, seatbelt use, motorcycle safety, fatigue driving, road rage, winter driving, vehicle maintenance, accident reporting, and the TRiPS system. Based on DoDI 6055.04.

40 questions and answers — updated 2025/2026
01

What is the leading cause of death for military members off-duty?

02

What is DoDI 6055.04?

03

What is the TRiPS system?

04

What is the '2-second rule' for following distance?

05

What are the effects of alcohol on driving ability?

06

What is the legal BAC limit for driving?

07

What military consequences can result from a DUI/DWI?

08

What is distracted driving?

09

What is the DoD policy on cell phone use while driving?

10

What are the signs of fatigued driving?

11

What should you do if you become drowsy while driving?

12

What motorcycle training is required for military personnel?

13

What PPE is required for motorcycle riders on DoD installations?

14

What are the ATGATT principles for motorcycle safety?

15

What is the seatbelt policy for military personnel?

16

What is road rage and how should you handle it?

17

What are the key winter driving safety tips?

18

What should an emergency car kit contain?

19

What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane?

20

What is the proper technique for driving in fog?

21

What is defensive driving?

22

What is the SIPDE process for safe driving?

23

What is the most dangerous time to drive?

24

What are the leading factors in POV fatalities among military members?

25

What vehicle maintenance checks should be performed regularly?

26

What is the minimum tire tread depth for safe driving?

27

What should you do after a vehicle accident?

28

What is the 'Fatal Vision' concept used in safety training?

29

Why is speeding dangerous beyond just the risk of a ticket?

30

What is the safe following distance for a motorcycle?

31

What are the requirements for child restraint systems?

32

What is the role of the unit safety officer/NCO in POV safety?

33

What is the significance of the '100 Deadliest Days of Summer'?

34

What should you do if a tire blows out while driving?

35

What is the proper technique for handling a skid on ice?

36

What are the dangers of tailgating?

37

What visibility precautions should motorcyclists take?

38

What is the relationship between speed and stopping distance?

39

What should be included in a pre-trip vehicle inspection?

40

What is the 'Smith System' of defensive driving?

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