an instructors guide to delivering compulsory basic training - NIDirect

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Pupils should understand the impact the weather can have on their safety when
cornering.
Basic skills - To help pupils assess any bend they need to be looking out for road
signs, road markings and chevrons. When approaching a bend, they need to control
their speed and select the most appropriate gear. They need to leave a safe gap
between them and other vehicles. They must also be able to lean into a bend while
steering a steady course.
Faults they should avoid:
• braking while leaning over;
• coasting;
• cornering too fast;
• leaning over too far; and
• riding too close to oncoming traffic or too close to the gutter.
Obstructions
2. CBT Syllabus
To help deal with obstruction safely pupils need to be taught to ride defensively.
This means riding:
• at the correct speed for the road, weather and traffic conditions;
• in the correct road position;
• in the correct or most appropriate gear; and
• looking ahead, anticipating and preparing for changing situations.
Basic skills - How well they cope with an obstruction depends largely on how well
they are planning ahead. To cope effectively with hazards pupils need to:
• look well ahead;
• give themselves time and space to act;
• use the OSM/PSL routine effectively;
• be in the correct road position; and
• be in full control of their speed.
A pupil’s attitude can affect how easily they learn these skills.