Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification
New
The Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification, developed by PAX Training, is a 4-hour, industry-specific course designed to help drivers build safer habits, improve decision-making, and meet the safety requirements of the Platinum Safety Program™. Through practical, real-world instruction, the course focuses on hazard awareness, vehicle control, risk reduction, and professional driving standards—equipping drivers with the skills they need to operate safely and helping organizations stay compliant with program expectations.
Time to Complete
4 hours
Course Category
Platinum Safety Program™
Course Cost
$20 per user
This Course Covers
Safety Fundamentals
Trip Planning
External Communications
Pre-Trip Inspections
Vehicle Systems
Drugs/Alcohol
Fatigue and Wellness
Driving at Night
Backing Safety
Scan - Visual Search
Target - Vehicle Control
Read - Speed Management
Identify - Hazard Perception
Identify - Communication
Position - Space Management
Escape - Emergency Situations
Distracted Driving
Extreme Driving Conditions
Recommended Courses to Take Before
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Platinum Safety Program™?
The Platinum Safety Program™ is a safety and risk-management standard for the luxury transportation industry. It brings together operators, insurers, and regulators around a shared set of requirements covering driver training, vehicle safety, monitoring, inspections, and ongoing performance review. The program is designed to reduce incidents, improve professionalism, and strengthen insurance outcomes for participating members.
What is the Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification?
The Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification is the required 4-hour online defensive driving course developed for the luxury passenger ground transportation industry. It is self-guided and built around modern accident-prevention practices, using PAX Training’s P.A.I.D. and S.T.R.I.P.E. frameworks to help drivers improve focus, hazard awareness, risk reduction, and decision-making behind the wheel. Progress, scores, time, and completion are tracked through the PAX Training platform.
Do I have to pay for each person who takes the Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification on my team?
Yes. The Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification is priced per person, per course completion. Each individual who takes the certification must be paid for separately.
How long does the training take?
The training takes approximately 4 hours to complete.
What makes this program different from other driver training?
This certification was put together specifically by PAX Training for the Platinum Safety Program™. Rather than offering generic defensive driving content, it is designed to align directly with the program’s safety expectations and compliance requirements. It delivers focused, relevant training intended to support both driver performance and organizational compliance.
Why isn’t this course included with PAX Training Membership?
The Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification is an optional separate certification tied to the requirements of the Platinum Safety Program™. It is not part of the standard PAX Training Membership library and is instead offered as a standalone certification purchase.
Who needs to take the Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification?
Any driver who needs to meet the training requirements of the Platinum Safety Program™ should take the certification. This includes drivers whose companies are participating in the program and need to remain in compliance with its requirements.
How often does the Platinum Safety Program™ Defensive Driving Certification need to be taken?
The certification must be taken annually to stay in compliance with the requirements of the Platinum Safety Program™.