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What does 'Aim high in steering' emphasize?
What does 'Aim high in steering' emphasize?
- Driving fast
- Focusing only on the speed
- Finding an imaginary target (correct)
- Ignoring the traffic lane
What does 'Get the Big Picture' advise you to do?
What does 'Get the Big Picture' advise you to do?
Stay aware of your surroundings and see everything.
Keeping your eyes moving is essential for safety.
Keeping your eyes moving is essential for safety.
True (A)
What is the key concept behind 'Leave yourself an out'?
What is the key concept behind 'Leave yourself an out'?
What is suggested by 'Make sure they see you'?
What is suggested by 'Make sure they see you'?
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Aim High in Steering
Aim High in Steering
Looking at a distant point in the road, helps you make sure you stay on the correct path and focus on your destination. It also helps you to anticipate obstacles or changes further down the road.
Get the Big Picture
Get the Big Picture
Don't get distracted by one small thing. Be aware of everything around you. Make sure you are aware of traffic lights, other vehicles, pedestrians, and any other elements that may affect your travel path.
Keep your eyes moving
Keep your eyes moving
Constantly scanning your surroundings to identify potential hazards. This allows you to react to a situation quickly and avoid an accident.
Leave yourself an out
Leave yourself an out
Always keep in mind where you can safely go in case of an emergency. This may require constant attention to exits, open space, etc.
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Make sure they see you
Make sure they see you
Communicate your intentions to other road users through turn signals, headlights, and safe positioning on the road. Using your signals will make you more predictable to other drivers and help avoid misunderstandings.
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UPS 5 Seeing Habits
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Aim high in steering
- Visualize an imaginary target, like a baseball dartboard, to center the vehicle in the traffic lane.
- Helps determine a safe path for turns and obstacles.
- Key principle: Focus on finding a safe path well ahead of the vehicle's current position.
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Get the Big Picture
- Assess the width and depth of the surroundings, identifying objects and the ground.
- Maintains distance from distractions (e.g., billboards), ensuring smoother stops and turns.
- Essential reminder: Stay back and maintain awareness of the entire scene.
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Keep your eyes moving
- Regularly shift gaze between front and rear areas; focus on the immediate front for 2 seconds and the rear for 5-8 seconds.
- This habit is crucial for safety at intersections and helps anticipate traffic conditions ahead.
- Remember: "Scan - Don't stare" to avoid fixation on one spot.
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Leave yourself an out
- Always have an escape route identified, following the path of least resistance in an emergency.
- Ensure there is space available on all four sides of the vehicle, keeping an emphasis on forward space.
- Be prepared for the unexpected; it's essential for proactive driving.
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Make sure they see you
- Communicate intentions in traffic using horn, lights, and signals to ensure visibility to others.
- Establish eye-to-eye contact to enhance safety and awareness among drivers and pedestrians.
- Key principle: Avoid risks by confidently using your horn, lights, and signals to convey presence.
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