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## in this chapter 

• See 

– observation 

– hazard perception 

• Think 

– assess the risk 

– choose a solution 

• Do 

– speed control 

– steering 

– space margins 

– communication 

• Using see‑think‑do 

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In the previous four chapters, you began developing your smart driving skills by learning the basics of driving: 

• being a thinking driver 

• maintaining a safe vehicle 

• understanding signs, signals and road markings 

• knowing the rules of the road. 

This chapter will bring all of these concepts together and describe how to use them as part of see-think-do  — a driving strategy that helps you to be a safe and competent driver. 

see  — scan for hazards. Pay attention to other road users and the areas where hazards could occur. 

think  — decide which hazards are the most dangerous. Think quickly about possible solutions. Decide on the safest solution. 

do  — do manoeuvres to keep yourself and others safe. 

## see-think-do 

Whenever you drive, your eyes should be scanning the area around you to gather information. Good observation means knowing how to look and where to look. The next step is hazard perception — knowing what to look for. 

## Observation 

Good observation involves looking ahead, beside and behind. 

## You in the driver’s seat 

You’re driving along a city street, scanning well ahead. You check your mirrors — the car behind is keeping well back. There is an intersection ahead. You carefully scan the intersection to see if it’s clear before you proceed. 

