Vehicle: Car
Eight habits that reduce collision risk
Build a routine around visibility, space and communication. Spot conflicts early enough to slow down or wait; no checklist guarantees another road user’s behaviour.
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Direct answer and scope
Build a routine around visibility, space and communication. Spot conflicts early enough to slow down or wait; no checklist guarantees another road user’s behaviour.
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Before you act: checklist
- Use eight habits: look ahead; check mirrors; check blind spots; keep following space; adapt speed; signal early; put the phone away; begin rested and sober.
- Reassess space as traffic or conditions change.
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Limits and local checks
At junctions, check for a second hazard after the first passes. After missing a turn, continue safely rather than correcting suddenly. Practise weak habits with an eligible supervisor or instructor and review the handbook.
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- Safe and Responsible Driving
Ontario Ministry of Transportation · Official guidance and relevant requirements · Official indexed text consulted; direct full-page access limited; supports safe-control advice, not nationwide footwear legality; human review pending
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