Observation Skills

Effective observation and Anticipation are the main two key elements of defensive driving. Effective observation gives you more awareness whereas anticipation helps you to expect the unexpected actions of other road users.


 As a driver, we should look at the horizon or very far which we call it as planning zone. Look for the actual hazards and potential hazards. Looking ahead will help you identifying the hazards and gives you time to plan how to approach the hazards.

Look Ahead   1) PLANNING ZONE

                        2) SEEING ZONE

                        3) ACTION ZONE

Look Around : Check around, check all the mirrors, be aware of blindspots. you need to have 360 degree panaromic view while driving.

Communication:  Communicate with other drivers to let other road users know, what you are going to do next. It could be your indicators, hazard lights, reverse audible and visual alarms, hand signals, horn, headlights etc.

BE VISIBLE.

Seat Belt

Seatbelt is one of the oldest but most efficient safety feature in the car. As we know, no one should be in the moving vehicle without seatbelt. The best ever video i have seen.


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