PARENT ASSISTANCE AND REVIEW CHECKLIST

Parents can assist in the driver education learning process by reviewing with the new driver the following:

1. Get in the habit of checking all tires and looking under the car for possible leaks.
2. Safe driving requires locking alt doors and making sure all passengers are wearing their safety belt.
3. Show the young driver proper mirror adjustment both inside and out.
4. Windows should always be clean.
5. Read and understand the meaning of all road signs and markings.
6. Scan ahead and always know what is in your immediate path. Be prepared!
7. Check all intersections. 33% of all traffic deaths occur at intersections.
8. Get in the habit of checking your rear view mirror every 10-12 seconds.
9. Review instrument panel, location of controls and their function.
10. Proper turning procedures, always turn into the proper driving lane.
11. Review traffic signals meaning and purposes, both horizontal and vertical lights.
12. Parking on hills with and without a curb.
13. Review parallel, perpendicular and diagonal parking.
14. Proper hand position on steering wheel.
15. Proper starting and stopping procedures, smooth and even starts and stops.
16. Review blind spots and the no zone.
17. Proper eye movement when driving.
18. Proper speed control.
19. Explain purpose of reverse lanes.
20. Review controlled, uncontrolled and partially controlled intersections.
21. Review types of streets--2 way, 1 way.
22. Review insurance coverage. Please check our web site for further information.
23. Read auto owners manual together.
24. Under hood of car show location of all fluid levels.
25. Review 4 reasons why car crashes occur, a) Driver inattention (distractions); b) Inadequate lookout; c) Excessive speed; d) Improper evasive action.
26. Review 5 ways to reduce risk when driving. (1) Keep your car in top condition. (2) Anticipate the action of all roadway users. (3) Take steps to protect yourself and others. (4) Drive only when you are in sound physical and mental condition. (5) Continue to improve your driving habits, skills and abilities which will protect you and your passengers.