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ASC/N0012 Practice HSE and security related guidelines

▪ use the accelerator, steering
control and brakes correctly to
regulate speed and bring the
vehicle to a stop safely
▪ coordinate the operation of all
controls to manoeuvre the vehicle
safely and responsibly in all
weather and road conditions in
forward gear. In reverse gear to
take help of assistant.
▪ use the windows, wipers,
demisters and climate and
ventilation controls so that you
can see clearly
▪ monitor and respond correctly to
gauges, warning lights and other
aids when driving
▪ in case of any malfunctioning or
breakdown, to immediately attend
to the problem by :
o stopping the vehicle at a safe
place
o carrying out a quick diagnostic
check
o carrying out minor adjustments
or temporary repairs if possible
o asking for help in case of major
problems by accurately
reporting the exact nature of
problem so that adequate help
is made available
▪ at all times while driving to
practice good driving habits of
gear change, acceleration and
braking to ensure obtaining
maximum fuel efficiency.
PC2. conform to state specific traffic
regulations such as
▪ change lanes safely at
appropriate speed and observing
traffic conditions
▪ overtake other road users legally,
safely and by using correct
signalling
▪ at all times observe the speed and
distance in relation to vehicles 37 12 25
ahead, behind and on the sides
and maintain a safe distance from
other vehicles.
▪ signal your intentions correctly to
other road users within a safe,
systematic routine
▪ respond appropriately to all
permanent and temporary traffic
signals, signs and road markings

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