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Maintain proper levels for all fluids. Make sure all tires are in good condition,
are properly inflated, and have proper tread depth.
Check regularly for cracked hoses, belts and frayed wires.
Make sure windows, mirrors, directional signals, head, tail, and brake lights are clean and not broken.
DEFENSIVE DRIVING BASICS DEFENSIVE DRIVING BASICS
Stay alert to changes
Look well ahead
Observe the entire situation
1a
DEFENSIVE DRIVING BASICS DEFENSIVE DRIVING BASICS
Recognize potential hazards
Decide on an appropriate response
Carry out your plan
1bWhat would your response to this situation be?
Slow Down on Rain-slicked Streets Hydroplaning is a frightening experience and can cause
serious and fatal crashes
Maintain a Safe Following Distance- minimum 4 seconds Look out for road construction and detours as most road
construction take place during the summer
Slow Down Even in Good Weather Watch out for children playing in the streets, people will
be out cycling, skating or walking
What is the number one cause of vehicle crashes in the US ?
REDUCE YOUR DRIVING SPEED IN ADVERSE ROAD AND/OR WEATHER CONDITIONS
ENTER CURVES SLOWLY
REDUCE YOUR SPEED BEFORE ENTERING AN EXIT/ENTRANCE RAMP
DRIVE SLOWLY WITH A LOADED TRAILER
SLOW DOWN IN WORK ZONES
Keep the windshield and mirrors clean and clear
Use mirrors
Constantly scan traffic to the front and sides
2a
Look 10 to 12 seconds ahead in the city
Look further ahead on the highway
2bWhat should you be looking for ?
Keep signal on until move is completed
Keep lights on for safety
Avoid distractions
2dWhat are some common distractions ?
Bikes and pedestrians
Driveways, alleyways, parking lot entrances/exits
Overhead wires, delivery vans, and dumpsters
3b
Make sure there’s enough space
When stopped in traffic, wait to proceed until the vehicle ahead has moved
3c
Avoid unmarked or low clearance underpasses
Approach carefully never assume the marked height is
correct
4a
Watch for signs of road repair
Watch for “bridging”
If there isn’t enough space, pull over and use another route
4b
It takes longer to cross due to additional length and slower acceleration
Go slow and watch for vehicles, pedestrians, people, bikes, etc.
At busy unmarked intersections stop, assume you don’t have the right of way
5a
When approaching a controlled intersection stop two times
First, at the stop sign or light
Second, after easing forward to a point where you can clearly see oncoming traffic
5c