Drive safely and efficiently in Melbourne CBD.
GENERAL
- Identifies potential hazards, predicts developments, decides on a course of action and acts on that decision.
- Applies the system of vehicle control in all hazard avoidance situations.
ROAD CONDITIONS
- Observes and reacts to all road signs and markings.
- Reacts to railway crossings in the correct manner.
- Reacts to pedestrian crossings in the correct manner.
- Applies a cautious, courteous and patient driving style around busy shopping areas and schools.
TRAFFIC CONDITIONS
- Applies 2-second rule.
- Applies appropriate scanning techniques around the vehicle (to the sides, behind, 12-second search ahead and where appropriate shoulder checks).
- Stays left in multiple lanes unless setting up to turn right or passing slower traffic.
- Identifies and anticipates actions of turning, oncoming traffic.
- Monitors parked vehicles and adjusts lane position around parked vehicles.
- Monitors and anticipates the movement of pedestrians.
- Identifies and reacts to avoid any animal on the road.
- Identifies and, where appropriate, gives way to other road users
- Monitors and anticipates the movement of cyclists.
- Travels at a speed that allows driver to stop in the amount of clear visible road ahead
- Maintains correct lane position
- Applies the system of vehicle control at intersections and obeys all controls.
- Signals in advance of all turns or change in direction
VEHICLE CONDITIONS
- Driving performance reflects an appreciation of the power and transmission options of the vehicle.
- Manoeuvres the vehicle safely with consideration to size.
- Vehicle speed reflects the driving conditions and posted speed limits.
- Maintains correct road position in all driving situations.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
- Drives to the prevailing weather conditions.
LIGHT CONDITIONS
- Takes steps to minimise the effects of any sun strike or glare.
- Uses vehicle head lights in any low light conditions.
DRIVER CONDITIONS
- Displays a courteous and patient driving style.
- Displays effective observation and manipulative skills.