an instructors guide to delivering compulsory basic training - NIDirect

2. CBT Syllabus
• excessive speed; and
• leaning over too far.
The pupils should be instructed to look round just before moving off.
You must be close enough to observe and give advice.
At the conclusion of this exercise it is important, that a two-way discussion takes
place with your pupils with a focus on how to avoid late reaction to foreseeable
hazards (prevention is better than cure). Ask them how they could prevent having
to steer to avoid a collision, it is always better they come up with the correct answer
as it is more likely to remain with them.
Carry out rear observation correctly
To be safe on the road your pupils should know as much about the traffic behind
them as they can. This can be achieved by:
• using the mirrors; and
• turning and looking over their shoulder.
You should explain the importance of effective rear observations including:
• how and when to use the mirrors; and
• how to overcome the blind spots.
You should get your pupils to practise looking round before moving off and whilst
on the move.
Basic skills – They will need to practise using their mirrors and looking around while
moving so they can:
• see what’s behind;
• check blind spots; and
• keep control whilst looking around.
They should try to avoid:
• looking round for an excessive amount of time;
• veering off course while looking round; and
• poorly timed rearward glances.
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