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What is a space management system?
A process used to manage time, space, and visibility to reduce the risk of situations.
What are four examples of a space management system?
Smith, IPDE, SIPDE, SEEiT
What do the letters in the SEEiT space management system stand for?
Search, Evaluate, Execute, in Time
The space around your vehicle is described as either _______, ________, or _______.
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What are the three potential hazards in this picture?
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What can you do if the bicyclist moves into your path?
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What is the lane position you would suggest for this situation?
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When executing a decision to avoid a crash, you can either change ______ or _______.
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Describe the SEEiT space management process you would apply to a situation with a green light and potential dangers.
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What should the driver be searching for as the black vehicle approaches the intersection?
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What action should the driver of the white vehicle take if the motorcyclist enters the intersection?
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Which level of awareness and performance is most likely to lead to a crash?
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List the top four driver errors that can lead to a crash.
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Describe the proper procedure for pulling to a curb.
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Before I begin backing, I must check _________ and look into my ________to be sure the area is free of pedestrians and other obstacles.
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I will begin with my foot on the _________.
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I must remember that my ________ should be on the floor for good control.
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I have often wondered what signal I should give when backing. What is the signal for backing?
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List the seven steps to safely pull away from a curb.
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When entering the roadway from a curb, what should your target be?
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Before I begin moving, I must remember to release the _______.
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It is important that I find a ______ to establish vehicle position.
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This will be at least ____ car lengths behind the vehicle since the area directly behind the vehicle is not visible to me.
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It is often not necessary to use the _____ for speed.
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As a matter of fact, I may have to maintain some pressure on the ___ to maintain a slow, safe speed.
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The vision needed to read and identify distinct objects is called ______ vision.
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This visual area is usually ______ degrees wide.
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Good visual habits involve establishing a path of travel with a targeted area ___ seconds ahead of the vehicle.
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This is known as a _______.
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When you are unable to see your target area ahead, what should you do?
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As the speed of a vehicle increases, central and peripheral vision _______.
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A following interval of 2 seconds provides time to steer out of problem areas or brake for problems on dry surfaces at speeds up to ____ mph.
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A following interval of 3 seconds provides time to steer out of problem areas or brake for problems on dry surfaces at speeds up to ____ mph.
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A following interval of 4 seconds provides time to steer out of problem areas or brake for problems on dry surfaces at speeds up to ____ mph.
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Describe how to calculate a 3-second following interval.
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The area of vision needed to judge distance and determine position is the ________ vision.
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This area is usually between ______ and _____ degrees in width.
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The ________ vision area is approximately _- degrees wide and is needed to detect ______ and _____ changes.
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If a vehicle is approaching from the side, you should be able to detect its motion using _______ vision.
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You will then be able to identify the type of vehicle using ________ vision.
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Finally, you can determine make and model of the vehicle using _________ vision.
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Study Notes
Space Management System
- A space management system optimizes time, space, and visibility to minimize risk in driving situations.
- Key systems include Smith, IPDE, SIPDE, and SEEiT.
SEEiT Space Management
- SEEiT stands for Search, Evaluate, Execute, in Time.
Vehicle Surroundings
- The space around a vehicle is classified as open, closed, or changing.
Identifying Hazards
- Potential hazards include pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and bicyclists.
Maneuvering Around Hazards
- If a bicyclist enters the path, the driver should brake and steer to avoid collision.
Lane Positioning
- Suggest lane position 4 for increased safety in certain situations.
Crash Avoidance Decisions
- When avoiding a crash, a driver can change either their speed or position.
Intersection Awareness
- At a green light intersection with oncoming vehicles:
- Search for traffic control devices and potential dangers.
- Evaluate possible scenarios before proceeding.
- Execute by covering the brake to prepare for any necessary stops.
Driver Awareness
- Critical areas for a driver to monitor include traffic signals and surrounding vehicles' actions.
Level of Awareness and Risks
- The habit level with poor performance is most likely to cause a crash.
Common Driver Errors
- Key driver errors leading to crashes include inattention, failure to yield, tailgating, and excessive speed.
Procedures for Curbing
- Proper procedure includes checking traffic, signaling, selecting a target, checking blind zones, adjusting speed, and using a reference point to stay close to the curb.
Backing Skills
- Before backing, check around the vehicle and use mirrors to ensure the area is clear.
- Shift to reverse while maintaining control with the foot on the brake.
Backing Signals
- The signal for backing is the activation of backup lights when shifting into reverse.
Pulling Away from the Curb
- Steps to pull away from the curb include:
- Keeping the foot on the brake,
- Checking traffic,
- Releasing the parking brake,
- Selecting the proper gear,
- Signaling appropriately,
- Identifying a traffic gap.
Target Positioning
- Aim for lane position 1 when entering the roadway from a curb.
Monitoring Movement
- Release the parking brake before moving and establish a target at least three car lengths behind.
Speed Control
- Maintain slow speed by balancing pressure between accelerator and brake.
Vision Types
- Focal vision is necessary for recognizing distinct objects and is typically 3 to 5 degrees wide.
- Good visual habits involve maintaining a visual lead of 20 seconds ahead.
Adjusting Speed
- Reduce speed if unable to see the target area ahead.
Effects of Speed on Vision
- Vision capabilities diminish with increased vehicle speed.
Following Intervals
- Following intervals provide adequate response time:
- 2 seconds for speeds up to 35 mph.
- 3 seconds for speeds up to 45 mph.
- 4 seconds for speeds up to 65 mph.
Calculating Following Intervals
- To calculate a 3-second interval, begin counting when the rear of the vehicle in front passes a marker and stop counting once the front of your vehicle passes the same marker.
Critical Vision Areas
- Central vision helps assess distance and position over 30 to 36 degrees.
- Peripheral vision, spanning approximately 175-185 degrees, detects motion and color changes.
Detecting Vehicle Motion
- Use peripheral vision to detect motion from the side, central vision to identify vehicle types, and focal vision to determine make and model.
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