Van Driver Class Fall '24

Van driver familiarization classes are held on the days and times listed below. The class size is limited to six individuals. You must register and submit the van driver training form 3 business days (strict enforcement) before class. This form MUST be completed and signed completely before emailing Van Driver Training Form. Please note that the form must indicate the date you wish to attend class. Also, please read VCU’s Vehicle Accident Prevention and Safety Policy.

 

Behind the Wheel training will be held on:

  • The 1st Monday of every month at 5 PM.
  • The 3rd Wednesday of every month at 11 AM.

Please send the completed van driver training form to the respective trainer.

Officer LaLonde at jgotham@vcu.edu 

Lieutenant E.L. Greer at egreer@vcu.edu 

Sergeant Boyd at bmboyd@vcu.edu

Officer P. Haller at hallerpb@vcu.edu

 

If your department has three or more students and would like to schedule group training,  please contact the program coordinator, Lieutenant Greer, at egreer@vcu.edu

Month

Mondays (5 PM)

Wednesdays (11 AM)
August 5th (Lt. Greer) 15th (Sgt. Boyd)
September 2nd (Lt. Greer) 18th (Sgt. Boyd)
October 7th (Lt. Greer) 16th (Ofc. Haller)
November 4th (Ofc. LaLonde) 20th (Ofc. Haller)
December 2nd (Ofc. LaLonde) No Class Scheduled

The training location will be at the VCU Police Headquarters located at 224 E. Broad Street. Students will need access to a van provided by their department.

 

Topics

Topics to be discussed in class include:

  1. Traffic collisions
  2. Fatal factors in traffic accidents
  3. Results of speeding
  4. Distracted driving
  5. Drinking and driving
  6. Drowsy driving
  7. Failure to yield the right of way
  8. Seat belt (requirements)
  9. Traffic safety tips
  10. Driving preparation checklist