
Made a mistake during a BC practice drive? Reset your attention calmly
Replaying a missed instruction can distract you from the next hazard. Give the current road your attention, then review the mistake in a safe place.
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Replaying a missed instruction can distract you from the next hazard. Give the current road your attention, then review the mistake in a safe place.
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The practice drive ends after you have checked the parked car. Build a repeatable routine for bags, keys, windows and locks.
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A practice drive is not finished when the car stops. Keep the door closed until you have checked the space beside and behind it.
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Settle the pet and secure its travel equipment before moving. If it needs attention later, stop safely first.
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A bag in the trunk is only useful if its contents still work and match the people travelling. Check it before the trip.
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A route that worked last week may not fit today. Review the whole trip with your supervisor before leaving.
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Keep the car parked until you can see properly in every direction needed for driving. Learn the controls before you need them.
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Another car getting through does not prove a flooded road is safe for you. Make the decision before entering the water.
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Before crossing railway tracks, check that your whole vehicle can clear them without stopping. A queue that has started moving may stop again.
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An empty-looking gap beside a hedge is not proof that the road is clear. Give yourself time to see before choosing to move.
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A quick look and a pressure gauge answer different questions. Check both before treating the car as ready for practice.
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A missed exit is a route problem. Protect your driving space first, then find another route with your supervisor.
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