Driving Hazards: Perception & Negotiation iv) Changing Speed &/Or Direction So, you are driving along the High Street and the car in front starts braking. You immediately glance in your rear view mirror and ease off the gas. You are now in a great position to judge how quickly you can brake without risking the…
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Driving Hazards: Perception & Negotiation iii) Hazard Procedure Basics As previously discussed, as far as we are concerned while driving, a hazard is anything that could cause us to change speed or direction. The best drivers have a simple procedure when faced with a driving hazard: Check Mirror(s), Ease Off the Gas, Decide If Change…
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Driving Hazards: Perception & Negotiation ii) Recognising Driving Hazards Early When the Hazard Perception Test was first introduced some of the best Approved Driving Instructor (ADIs) initially struggled with it. After much discussion and trial & error, the consensus was reached that the experienced ADIs were actually anticipating the hazards at the split seconds they…
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