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DEFENSIVE
DRIVING IS... |
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driving
to prevent collisions in spite of the actions of others and the
conditions around you. It’s a skill you master through study,
training, practice and above all else — consistent application. It
requires the following elements: |
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KNOWLEDGE |
of
traffic laws, behind-the-wheel procedures, and how to avoid hazards. |
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ALERTNESS |
to
conditions around your vehicle that may affect your driving |
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FORESIGHT |
anticipating
immediate and long-range developments and preparing for them. |
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JUDGMENT |
knowing
what choices you have and making the right decision. |
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SKILL |
at
handling your vehicle effectively in everyday and emergency
conditions. |
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Defensive
drivers recognize that driving is a privilege — not a right.
Consequently, they make it
a point to know, and respect the rules and regulations, which
govern our roads and highways.
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Defensive
drivers recognize that by “giving just a little” — by
tailoring their driving behavior to the six conditions which are
always present in the driving situation — they stand to “gain a
lot”. |
