Friday, March 3, 2017

Defensive Driving

Smith System® Driver Improvement Institute was the professional driver training company.  Established in 1952 by Harold Smith, it operates on the principle that most collisions are preventable if the right driving habits are learned, practiced and applied consistently.  Since then, millions of drivers throughout the world including most of oil and gas company in Malaysia have used and the benefited from this system.

It operates on 5 key principles:


1. Aim High In Steering
Look at least 15 seconds into your future, not just at the vehicle in front of you.

2. Get the Big Picture
Look for hazards.  (Other Motorists, Pedestrians, Vehicle doors opening, etc.)

3. Keep Your Eyes Moving
Don’t stare.  Use your peripheral vision.  Stop the fixed habit stare.

4. Leave Yourself an Out
Monitor the space cushion around you.

5. Make Sure They See You
Use your signals.  (Directionals, 4-way Flashers, Head Lights, Brake Lights, Horn, Hand Signals.)  Make eye contact.








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