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NADTA Smith System

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What are the three primary benefits the Smith System provides?   Space for the vehicle Visibility for the driver Time to make decisions   show Time to make decisions          
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Space is?   for the vehicle             show
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Visibility is?   for the driver       show      
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show to make decisions              
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show Space for the vehicle + Visibility for the driver = Time to make decisions              
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Learning and applying the System provide positive results. Can you name at least three?   Reduce collision potential   Fuel consumption will be minimized   Vehicles maintenance expense will come down   Insurance costs may be less   Anxiety and frustration associated with driving can be reduced   show  
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What are the key elements of safe driving?   Space   Visibility   Time   show      
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What is Key 1?   Aim High in Steering     show        
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What is Key 2?   Get the Big Picture   show          
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What is Key 3?   Keep Your Eyes Moving       show      
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What is Key 4?   Leave Yourself an Out           show  
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What is Key 5?   Make Sure They See You             show
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Name two principles for Key 5   Seek eye contact   Use your warning devices such as Horn. Turn signals, Head lights, 4 ways, Brake lights   Proper timing is essential. Don’t put signal on to soon   Do not take eye contact for granted   Eye contact is valuable but is no guarantee     show
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Name two principles for Key 1   show Our eyes are designed to work at walking speeds            
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Name two principles for Key 2?   While scanning ahead, don't forget the sides and rear. (far to near, ditch to ditch)   Constantly update your information   Check at least one of your mirrors every 5 to 8 seconds   show Eliminate vision barriers by establishing a minimum 4 second following distance   Achieve a 360 degree circle of awareness    
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Name two principles for Key 3?   Scan all intersections before entering   Keep your eyes moving every 2 seconds   show Avoid distractions in your vehicle and your thinking   Recognize and avoid drivers who seem distracted   Avoid fix or blanked stares   Avoid focusing on an object more than 2 seconds  
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Name two principles for Key 4?   Surround your vehicle with space   Avoid traveling in packs or clusters   Anticipate the actions of others   Choose the proper lane and adjust speed to maintain your space cushion   Avoid Tailgaters - slow down and let them go around     show
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