Driving skills syllabus

15   Turning right off a main road

Aim

• To legally and safely turn right from a main road (turning right across traffic).

Situation

• In a 50 km/h zone.
• On a two-way road with intersections to the left and right.

The driver should

• Check the mirrors (inside and outside).
• Check blind spot for traffic by looking over shoulder.
• Indicate right for at least three seconds before starting to turn.
• Position the vehicle in the appropriate lane or to the left of the centre line.
• Check the intersection for hazards.
• Slow the vehicle for the turn, using appropriate gears.
• Give way to pedestrians and other vehicles if required.
• Keep the vehicle in the correct position throughout the turn, using the appropriate lane.
• Drive at an appropriate speed throughout the turn.
• Check the mirrors again when turn completed.
• Accelerate to an appropriate speed after completing the turn.
• Perform the tasks at least three times.

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Last updated: 30 April 2009