INTRODUCTION Observation is the most common word yet important. When we observe we want to attentively monitor what is happening at the given time. People observe in order notice or watch something being done in front of them. Effective observation in driving does not imply just perceiving things ahead while driving, but noticing and reacting appropriately in situations you come across with while driving. NOTICING WHAT IS HAPPENING AROUND YOU Being aware of what is happening around you is the most crucial thing in effective driving observation. The following are the tips on observing the road around you: Moving your eyes constantly Moving your eyes every two seconds is very helpful in understanding and getting to know what is happening in …show more content…
USING LANES AND INDICATION Safe and correct lanes are essential for the learners to consider. If you want to change lanes slow down your vehicle and observe for other vehicles that might want to change lane. Do not speed up too much when passing another vehicle or changing lanes. Keep your eyes on the lanes to see if there are curves ahead and never change lane if there are curves. Whenever you want to pass another car indicate on the side you going to. In the stop sign take it into consideration to indicate before you stop even if there are no other users in the road. Indication is important to give other vehicle users an indication of where you are going and the people who use the road. Give a right of way to pedestrians when it is due and slow down your speed when you are driving in a place full of animals ahead as you read signs in the road. SUMMARY This unit was based on assessing learner’s ability to observe effectively on the road that they are travelling in. it was all about examining the ability of the drivers to use their vehicle controls safely in order to reach their destinations. Most vehicles involved in crashes are caused by drivers who lack observation skill while