Communication

Signaling (ELDT B-A)

What are the three rules to follow when you signal before making a turn? Signal early. Turn your signal on well before you turn, at least 100 to 500 feet in advance. Signal continuously. Keep your signal on until you have completed the turn. Cancel your signal after you have turned. Remember to turn off …

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Communicating the Driver (ELDT B-A)

Why is communicating with other drivers important? Communicating with other drivers in traffic is an important skill for truck drivers. It helps them drive responsibly and defensively, and anticipate the actions of other road users. Because of the size and the blind spots of large trucks, by making other drivers aware of your presence, position …

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Signaling (ELDT B)

What are the three rules to follow when you signal before making a turn? Signal early. Turn your signal on well before you turn, at least 100 to 500 feet in advance. Signal continuously. Keep your signal on until you have completed the turn. Cancel your signal after you have turned. Remember to turn off …

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Eye Contact with Other Drivers

Can you explain the importance of eye contact with other drivers to communicate on the road? Assumptions by drivers can be dangerous. Examples of driver assumptions include: you assume another driver can see you you assume that another driver will not move you assume that other drivers are careful you assume that another driver is …

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Signaling

What are the three rules to follow when you signal before making a turn? Signal early. Turn your signal on well before you turn, at least 100 to 500 feet in advance. Signal continuously. Keep your signal on until you have completed the turn. Cancel your signal after you have turned. Remember to turn off …

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Communicating the Driver’s Intent

Why is communicating with other drivers important? Communicating with other drivers in traffic is an important skill for truck drivers. It helps them drive responsibly and defensively, and anticipate the actions of other road users. Because of the size and the blind spots of large trucks, by making other drivers aware of your presence, position …

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