<Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> The examples and perspective in this article deal primarily with the United States and do not represent a worldwide view of the subject . You may improve this article, discuss the issue on the talk page, or create a new article, as appropriate . (December 2013) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> </Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> The examples and perspective in this article deal primarily with the United States and do not represent a worldwide view of the subject . You may improve this article, discuss the issue on the talk page, or create a new article, as appropriate . (December 2013) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> <P> The standard Safe Practices for Motor Vehicle Operations, ANSI / ASSE Z15. 1, defines defensive driving skills as "driving to save lives, time, and money, in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others ." This definition is taken from the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course . It is a form of training for motor vehicle drivers that goes beyond mastery of the rules of the road and the basic mechanics of driving . Its aim is to reduce the risk of collision by anticipating dangerous situations, despite adverse conditions or the mistakes of others . This can be achieved through adherence to a variety of general guidelines, such as following the assured clear distance ahead and two second rules, as well as the practice of specific driving techniques . </P> <P> A driver safety program called the Driver Example Program was developed in 1964 by Chris Imhoff of the (US) National Safety Council . The program instituted a Defensive Driving Course (DDC). Defensive Driving Courses, along with Instructor Development Courses were offered beginning 1964 and 1965, typically through corporate sponsorships . </P>

Using techniques that aim at keeping you safe when conditions are not conducive to driving