Subject: | Crossroads |
Recap: | Turning Left/Right, Emerging Left/Right, MSPSL |
Objective: |
What: How to approach and negotiate crossroads safely How: Look at the main points of crossroads and how the MSPSL routine should be applied, followed by on road practice. By the end of the lesson: Be able to plan for and negotiate crossroads under full control and with due regard for other roafd users with little or no help from your instructor |
Main Points: |
MARKED How To Identify: Look for two roads opposite each other to identify the junction, other clues include: Hazard - MSPSL: Major-To-Major Note: When Turning Right When 2 vehicles are turning right decide whether to pass: Minor-To-Everywhere Extra Obs: An extra factor to be taken into consideration is the road opposite LARAL UNMARKED All Directions How To Identify: No road markings or signs (often found on country roads / housing estates). Priorities: Never assume priority - at an unmarked crossroads nobody has priority. Speed: Imagine a give way line and approach as though you intend to emerge |
References: |
Driving The Essential Skills (Pg. 164-167) |