Geared to Go A Workbook for Coaching New Drivers

Lane changingReview and discuss the procedures for changing lanes with the new driver. Emphasize the need to do ashoulder check of blind spots on every lane change. Demonstrate if necessary. Remind the learner that ashoulder check is just that – over the shoulder. The learner should not be turning all the way around tolook through the rear window.6Using both outside mirrors and rear viewmirror – Vehicle A can see Vehicles B, C and DVehicle A cannot see Vehicles E and F, either inthe mirrors or through peripheral side vision.These vehicles are said to be in Vehicle A’sblind spot.The proper sequence of events during a safe lane change is:Mirrorcheck rear and side view mirrors.Shoulder check the blind spot in the direction of the lane change.Signalif clear in the direction of the lane change.Shoulder check the blind spot in the direction of the lane change.Movesafely into the lane.Coach’s TipEnsure the new driver uses glances, rather than staring, when doing shoulder checks. Remind thedriver to maintain speed for the entire lane change.Practice! Practice! Practice! The learner must do shoulder checks on each and every lane change madewhile driving.Stay Safe – Shoulder ChecksIf you have to make several lane changes, do a shoulder check for each new lane.51