Driver Performance Analysis System (D.P.A.S.)
Operating a motor vehicle demands specialized knowledge and skills. The Driver Performance Analysis System (DPAS) is intended to assess and analyze an individual driver's traffic related knowledge and skills.
Even though the ability to control the speed and direction of a motor vehicle is an important driving skill, drivers should also be able to quickly and accurately compile and process related driver and traffic information if he or she is to safely and efficiently utilize the nation's roads and highways.
DPAS is a two-phase driver performance analysis program. The first phase of DPAS is a video oriented test containing real world driving scenes. The second phase consists of a computer analysis of the test.
DPAS is a crash prevention instrument. Research has proven that drivers with the ability to quickly and accurately compile and process crucial traffic and driver information have less motor vehicle crashes than drivers that lack these abilities.
DPAS measures a driver's skills in compiling and analyzing the important traffic information that is necessary for safe and efficient motor vehicle operation. DPAS also generates statistical profiles of an individual's strengths and weaknesses as a driver.
The video testing portion of DPAS takes 40 minutes to administer. The driver's test is scored on the United Safety Council computer, and a Test Analysis Report is provided to the company that administers the test. If you would like your scoring and reporting done faster, find out about how you can do so with our DPAS Online Scoring.
The Driver Performance Analysis System can be ordered through online registration or you may contact someone for our staff to place your order. The package being sent will include your choice of VHS or DVD as well as a CD Rom with instruction on using DPAS, and the necessary grading forms.
DPAS Lease Cost: $100 | Computer Scoring and Reporting : $3 - $12 per test (Depending on Volume)
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Now Available Online! The full Driver Performance Analysis System in now available for online use . The online version includes both phases of the DPAS process, video and testing and is conveniently available to you online.
D.P.A.S. Frequently Asked Questions
Why is DPAS necessary?
Want to hire the right driver? Can you reduce accidents for your company? With insurance costs, accidents can be costly!
The DRIVER PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS SYSTEM (DPAS) is designed to reduce your risk and, in many cases, save you money on your insurance costs and your bottom line.
For $12.00 or less per test, you will receive a prompt, detailed analysis of your employees' driving skills. The test consists of 4 sections, evaluating driver knowledge and skills in:
- Traffic laws, road rules, vehicle and driver readiness.
- Hazard identification, predicting, maneuvering
- Yielding, passing, speed control
- Observation, time/space judgments
What are the benefits of DPAS?
DPAS is very beneficial in that it provides employers with the pertinent information they need to:
- Select the safest drivers
- Identify specific driving improvement needs
- Determine training needs for existing employees
- Assign/train drivers best suited to their abilities
- Eliminate unnecessary training
- Reduce company risk
- Save time and money
If you have any further questions about DPAS contact our knowledgeable staff to assist you. If you have no further questions and would like to order, then click on one of the appropriate buttons below to get started.