Questions and Answers
What are the 5 Keys of the Smith System in order?
What does Aim High in Steering mean in the Smith System?
Avoid collisions by seeing, evaluating, and acting upon all information available.
Explain the Get the Big Picture principle.
Fewer mistakes are made when you have the complete traffic picture.
What does Keep Your Eyes Moving entail?
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What does Leave Yourself an Out suggest?
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Define Make Sure They See You.
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What is meant by Field of Vision?
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What is Peripheral Vision?
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What is Central Vision?
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What does H.E.L.T. stand for?
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What is Habitual Eye Lead Time?
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What are the four parts of the Big Picture?
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Identify ways to communicate with other drivers and pedestrians.
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How should you react to problems caused by tailgaters?
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What actions should you take in response to staring and fatigue while driving?
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Describe the Cross Traffic Check.
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What is the Point of No Return?
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What should you watch out for regarding parked cars?
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What is the Ground Viewing Habit?
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List the four parts of the Ground Viewing Habit.
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What are the three Driver Skills?
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Study Notes
5 Keys of Smith System
- Aim High in Steering: Focus on distant targets to navigate safely.
- Get the Big Picture: Awareness of the overall traffic environment reduces mistakes.
- Keep Your Eyes Moving: Employ scanning techniques to prevent errors.
- Leave Yourself an Out: Maintain space to maneuver and avoid collisions.
- Make Sure They See You: Use communication methods to ensure other drivers are aware.
Vision Considerations
- Field of Vision: Represents everything visible within the driver's line of sight.
- Peripheral Vision: Side-to-side vision covers an angle of 177°.
- Central Vision: Straight-ahead vision encompasses a narrow angle of 3°.
Habitual Eye Lead Time (H.E.L.T)
- H.E.L.T: Refers to looking 12-15 seconds down the road for better anticipation and safety.
The BIG PICTURE
- Components include:
- Look ahead 1/2 mile on highways for early hazard recognition.
- Look ahead 1-2 city blocks in urban settings.
- Scan from sidewalk to sidewalk for pedestrians and obstacles.
- Maintain a full 360° view around your vehicle for comprehensive awareness.
Communication with Other Drivers and Pedestrians
- Use horn, brakes, turn signals, hazard lights, and eye contact to communicate intent.
Dealing with Tailgaters
- Increase visibility by using brake lights and signals.
- Adjust speed and vehicle position to create distance.
Staring and Fatigue Responses
- Recognize slower reaction times when fatigued.
- Reduce fatigue with rest and avoid fixating on a single point for more than 2 seconds.
Cross Traffic Check
- At intersections, slow down and perform a thorough check for traffic and pedestrians by looking left, right, and left again before proceeding.
Point of No Return
- The moment in an intersection where stopping safely is no longer possible, requiring continued movement.
Risks from Parked Cars
- Be vigilant as parked vehicles could pull out, doors may open, and pedestrians might cross unseen.
Ground Viewing Habit
- Check the front wheels of other vehicles to gauge their potential movement or intent.
Parts of the Ground Viewing Habit
- Consider different scenarios:
- Passing parked cars.
- Going past moving vehicles.
- Observing moving cars that are alongside you.
- Noting oncoming cars turning in front of you.
Essential Driver Skills
- Know What To Do: Understanding proper driving techniques is crucial.
- Know When To Do It: Timing is essential for safe maneuvers.
- Know How To Do It: Mastery of driving skills ensures safe operation.
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Test your knowledge of the SMITH System for safe driving with these flashcards. Each card focuses on one of the five keys, providing definitions and insights to enhance your driving skills. Perfect for drivers education students preparing for their tests.