This lesson on Save Driving includes a complete training packet. Each in-service packet takes approximately one hour to complete and fully meets the Medicare in-service training requirements. As aides need training, you can make as many copies as you want - there's no restriction when used with aides assigned from your office location. Remember that Home Health Aides must have 12 hours of in-service training every year. LESSON OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this program, the home health aide will be able to: List two reasons for keeping his or her vehicle in good repair Name two different strategies for coping with difficult driving Describe the actions to take should an accident occur, and State the two major causes of vehicular accidents. OVERVIEW Motor vehicle safety can help prevent injuries and fatalities. Over a million people are killed each year (3,000 each day) on the world's roadways. Tens of millions are injured. Most home health aides spend a large portion of their work day driving. One of the biggest challenges for the home health aide could be getting to the patient's home safely and in a timely manner. The purpose of this in-service is to provide additional information to home health aides regarding vehicular and driving safety. It offers tips for vehicle safety to keep aides safe on the road in order to provide care to patients.