For this item, the examiner should check for uneven spacing at the front or back of the vehicle, the vehicle’s angle to the curb and ensure that the vehicle is parked no more than two feet from the curb. The examiner may choose to score this or to ask the applicant to try the maneuver…
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Hits: Objects / Other Vehicles or Climbs Curbs
Some of the possible objects that applicants may hit include marker poles in off-street test areas, lamp posts, parking meters, hydro poles, fire hydrants and trees. Examiners will not note light contact with any object or vehicle unless it occurs more than once, indicating a lack of skill and reasonable care. Hard bumps will be…
Fails to Observe – Uses Mirror Only / Backing / Leaving
In this section of the test, drivers are required to show only a reasonable amount of skill in maneuvering the vehicle into a limited space. For parallel parking, the examiner should select a space longer than the normal length at a parking metre. The important point is that the applicant knows what to do, rather…
Incorrect use of: Clutch / Brake / Accelerator / Gears
According to traffic engineers, the average driver crossing or turning at a busy intersection must assess and deal with over 100 potential points of conflict. Thus, it is logical that drivers should deal with such matters as changing gears, signalling and adjusting speed before entering the intersection so that they cay pay attention instead to…
Speed: Too Fast / Too Slow / Enter / Leave / Impedes
Speed is an essential factor in making turns safely. The process of turning requires the driver to co-ordinate the speed and steering to achieve the correct turning arc. Applicants who lack the steering skills to make a correct turn may overcompensate by driving too slowly, but it is important not to drive either so slowly…
Steering: Method / Control / Recovery
Good steering methods are especially important on turns. Most experts recommend the hand-over-hand method for turning the steering wheel, but any method can work if it is smooth and controlled. Normally, examiners deduct marks when applicants use their palms on the steering wheel or use the wheel spokes for holding or turning the wheel. After…
Cuts Corners – Enters Wrong Lane
The same factors that affect wide turns also apply to entering the wrong lane. If applicant use the turning method outlined here, they should have no difficulty in avoiding cutting corners. Usually, cutting corners happens when: The vehicle crosses over the centre line while approaching for a left turn, The driver fails to pull far…
Wide turns usually follow after
A vehicle approaches too far to the right of center-line or from an incorrect lane A vehicle moves too far ahead into the intersection before turning, and Applicants fail to turn the steering wheel when necessary Excessive speed is often a factor in wide turns. Also, these types of turns are common for drivers accustomed…
Turns Too Wide – Enters Wrong Lane
When turning at intersections, applicants must try as much as possible to follow the correct path. That way, they will avoid interfering with other traffic. Right turns are relatively simple, and applicants should start by entering the righthand lane as they approach the intersection. Before reaching the first edge of the crosswalk at the intersection,…
Right of Way observance: Pedestrian / Self / Position / Other Vehicles
All of these right-of-way rules apply to turning vehicles, but this type of maneuver also involves additional considerations. Normally, vehicles that are turning must yield to ones that are going straight ahead. Flashing green lights or arrows coming before or after the main phase of the light often serve as traffic signals for left turns.…
