Small Vehicle Training

General Driving

  • Fueling
  • Hands on wheel
  • Avoid distractions
  • Speed
  • Check over shoulder
  • 3 mirror checks while turning
  • Check mirrors every 3-5 seconds
  • Keep eyes moving
  • Turn signals
  • 15-second eye lead time
  • 3-second following distance
  • Scanning intersections before entry
  • What to look for in parked cars
  • When stopped allow vehicle ahead to move forward for several seconds
  • Where to stop behind crosswalks
  • Reasons for braking early
  • See tires touching the road when stopped behind a car
  • Identify packs and clusters
  • Obtain eye contact
  • Using warning devices
  • Stale and fresh lights
  • Space around the vehicle (cushion)
  • The lane of least resistance/centering
  • Tire to ground contact
  • The point of no return
  • Mirror check as we brake
  • Definition of a green light
  • Seek alternatives to backing

Mountain Driving

  • Speed, uphill and downhill
  • Proper gear for downhill
  • Brake check
  • Possible problems
  • Traffic checks
  • Proper lane choice
  • Emergency flasher use

Emergency Procedures

  • Emergency flashers
  • Warning triangles
  • Evacuation decisions
  • Call for help
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