Checklist for Session 8-10

Place “S” for satisfactory as the following tasks are completed:

  • Approaches the vehicle with awareness
  • Enters the vehicle and makes appropriate checks and adjustments
  • Identifies controls
  • Prepares to drive
  • Follows steps to put vehicle in motion
  • Checks mirrors frequently
  • Uses commentary driving

Vehicle position for right and left turns

  • Selects the best lane and lane position; understands the correct path of travel
  • Uses proper signals
  • Positions vehicle 3 feet from the curb for a right turn
  • Stops with the front bumper even with curb or behind stop line
  • Uses side view mirror even with curb as reference point to begin right turn
  • Angles wheels slightly to the right when stopped for a right turn
  • Positions the vehicle 3-6 inches from the center line to prepare for a left turn
  • Uses front bumper even with yellow line as reference point to begin the left turn
  • Establishes a target in path of travel
  • Selects gap and avoids hesitation
  • Controls speed
  • Uses proper steering techniques
  • Turns into the closest open travel lane

Visual skills

  • Looks 15-20 seconds ahead of the vehicle
  • Selects and looks at target in the center of the path of travel
  • Recognizes signs by their shape well in advance
  • Understands meaning of yellow and white pavement markings
  • Understands meaning of solid and broken pavement markings
  • Recognizes a green arrow, left turn only, and no left turn signs
  • Searches all areas of the intersection identifying open, closed and changing areas
  • Judges driving space in traffic; demonstrates identification and good gap selection
  • Yields to pedestrians and oncoming traffic
  • Checks mirrors before slowing or stopping
  • Properly secures vehicle