Master Florida's roads with confidence again!
Navigating Florida's traffic laws and busy roads again for a driver returning from any traffic violation can be a very traumatic experience.
Our Mandatory Remedial training program is customized to help returning Fleet drivers regain their confidence, eradicate 'bad or outdated habits' and upgrade driving skills to ones necessary to have them back driving safely.
Learn how we can assist your company to develop a 'SAFETY FIRST' culture.
Florida mandatory remedial training categories
In Florida, mandatory remedial driver training is categorized into "Driver Improvement" courses based on traffic violation severity. Failure to complete a mandatory course can lead to license suspension. At Pinnacle, we ensure you understand, and meet, these requirements by completing any one of the required courses to get you back on the road as a safe driver.
Basic driver improvement (BDI / TCAC) – 4 hours
Mandatory for offenses like running a red light, reckless driving, or failing to stop for a school bus. Also required for Traffic Collision Avoidance (TCAC) if at fault in a crash with injuries or multiple crashes within two years.
- If a driver receives a non-criminal moving violation and does not have a commercial driver license, they may elect to attend a FLHSMV-approved basic driver improvement school once every 12 months or a total of eight times within their lifetime.
- Drivers must voluntarily elect to attend basic driver improvement school within 30 days of the traffic citation. If an election is not made, their right to elect school is forfeited and points are assessed.
- Within the 30-day window, the driver must pay the fine and fees for the traffic citation. Upon payment, drivers should also notify the court if they are electing to attend basic driver improvement school. If the fee is not paid within 30 days, their license will be suspended for failure to pay.
- Drivers must complete the traffic school course within the court-required time period. If the court-required time is not met, their license will be suspended for failing to attend course.
- Drivers must provide required proof of course completion and documentation of the paid fines and fees to the court. It is the driver’s responsibility to meet the court reporting requirements.
- Visit our Basic Driver Improvement Course page to read more.
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Mandatory School Requirements
Drivers with a valid Florida driver license who have been convicted of the following offenses in Florida per section 322.0261, Florida Statutes or in another state (sections 322.24 and 322.44, Florida Statutes), are required to attend a basic driver improvement course.
- Offenses include:
- Failure to obey a traffic control signal;
- Failure to obey a steady red light;
- Failure to stop for a school bus;
- Racing on the highway;
- Racing on the highway – spectator; and
- Reckless driving.
Drivers have 90 days from the citation date to complete the required school or the driving privilege will be canceled. The license will remain canceled until the school requirement is completed.
- Offenses include:
Three crashes within Three Years - 12 hours (ADI) + 4 hours of on-the road training
Mandatory for drivers with a continuous driving history of being responsible for causing crashes.
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Requirements Under Florida Law
Florida law mandates that drivers convicted of or pleading no contest to a third traffic offense involving a crash within 36 months must fulfill specific requirements. Failing to do so within 90 days of conviction will lead to driver's license cancellation.
The mandatory steps include completing an FLHSMV-approved 12-hour Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) course, receiving 4 hours of behind-the-wheel training from an approved Florida-licensed commercial driving school, and passing an extended road test.
- Visit our Three Crashes in within Three Years page to read more.
Advanced driver improvement (ADI) – 12 hours
Mandatory for drivers with suspended or revoked licenses due to excessive points or habitual traffic offenses. Completion (or enrollment verification) is often required for a hardship license.
- Drivers must complete an Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) course if their driver license was suspended in Florida for accumulation of points, as a habitual traffic offender (non-DUI related), or by court order.
- To be suspended for points, a driver accumulates:
- 12 points within 12 months (30 day suspension);
- 18 points within 18 months (3 month suspension); or
- 24 points within 36 months (1 year suspension).
- Visit our Advanced Driver Improvement Course page to read more.
More than just compliance: Real benefits for drivers and companies
Our remedial training ensures that drivers understand and correct their driving errors, thus preventing license cancellation. For fleet operations, we offer behind-the-wheel training by certified, Florida State instructors which is crucial for New drivers, Refreshers for existing ones and Returning ones.
Customized, 'Incident-Preventative' training from Pinnacle Fleet Safety Training is proven to help reduce accidents, curtail insurance cost hikes, and minimize/eradicate potential legal liability actions.
"Did you know that by spending $1 on 'preventable-incident' training your company can save $4!"
Customized training approach
At Pinnacle Fleet Safety Training, our certified driving instructors utilize a tailored approach to cater to each individual’s driving skills, behaviors, and learning style. We recognize that every driver is different, and our training is designed to accommodate those unique needs.
Did you know that each company vehicle accident costs around $26,000!
Fleet safety solutions
For fleet managers in Orlando, reducing preventable vehicle accidents is crucial. Our programs document training for compliance and insurance requirements, helping to improve driver behavior.
Pinnacle Fleet Safety Training offers professional, and customized, light-fleet driver training for non-CDL vehicles, ensuring your team drives safely and responsibly.
