Geared to Go A Workbook for Coaching New Drivers

Driver’s Progress Report – Exercise 9Driving after DarkPerformance Assessment (Circle One)1-Good 2-Fair 3-Needs Practice9Driving after DarkVision:• Scans 12 to 15 seconds ahead 1 2 3• Checks rear view mirror every 5 to 8 seconds 1 2 3• Looks to highway shoulder when oncoming 1 2 3vehicle headlights are too bright• Scans for hazards (construction, pedestrians, 1 2 3situations requiring caution)• Scans for traffic signs, signals, and controls 1 2 3• Identifies intersections (controlled/uncontrolled) 1 2 3• Uses low and high beam headlights properly 1 2 3Speed:• Drives for the conditions 1 2 3• Drives recognizing posted/unposted speed limits 1 2 3• Adjusts speed for conditions ahead 1 2 3• Accelerates and brakes properly 1 2 3Steering:• Hand position – driving straight or stopping 1 2 3(9 and 3 o’clock)• Method (hand-over-hand while turning) 1 2 3General Requirements:• Chooses proper lane for turning 1 2 3• Recognizes various lanes and their use 1 2 3• Performs proper lane change sequence 1 2 3• Maintains speed while changing lanes 1 2 3• Uses signal lights appropriately 1 2 3• Applies right-of-way at all intersections 1 2 3• Anticipates stopping/slowing well in advance 1 2 3• Adjusts to conditions (braking, steering) 1 2 3• Stops at proper stopping points 1 2 3• Does not overdrive headlights 1 2 3• Increases following distance 1 2 3• Dims headlights appropriately 1 2 3Comments:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Coach: _______________________________________________New Driver: _______________________________________________Date: _______________________________________________77