Course Instructor
Chapter 1: Welcome to Traffic School
Welcome to Traffic School!
Chapter 1:ย Recent Changes/Reasons for Traffic Laws
Recent Changes/Reasons for Traffic Laws
Chapter 2: Careless Driving and its Consequences
Damage to or Loss of Vehicle
Injury or Death to You, Passengers, and/or Others
Possible Auto Insurance Increase
Financial Impact/Legal Actions/DMV Actions
Impact on Quality of Life
Contributing Factors Can Cause Collisions
Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS)
DUI and Its Additional Impact
Chapter 3: Operator Responsibilities
Knowing When Not to Drive
Communication
Being Courteous
Knowing and Correctly Applying Rules of the Road
Identifying and Responding to Hazards
Child Endangerment
Poor Driving Conditions
Rights and Duties
Chapter 4: Rights and Responsibilities of a Pedestrian
Cross at Intersections and Designated Crosswalks
Using the Shoulder of the Road, Facing Traffic When No Sidewalk Is Provided
Pedestrians with White Canes or Seeing Eye Dogs Always Have the Right of Way
Chapter 5: Driving Maneuvers
Backing Up
Lane Change
Passing
Recovering from Hydroplaning
Recovering from Fishtailing
Returning to the Road from an Uneven Surface
Chapter 6: Defensive Driving
Packing for Your Driving Adventures
Checking Road Conditions and Construction
Inspect Your Vehicle for Safety Before Taking a Long Trip
Allowing Extra Travel Time
Maintaining a Safe Following Distance
Avoiding Blind Spots
Planning for Evasive Action
Driving with Your Headlights On During the Day
Avoiding Lane Changes Near Intersections
Scanning for Hazards
Enhancing Driving with Aids
Knowing When to Give Up Your Right of Way
Chapter 7: Collision Avoidance
California Percentages and Numbers
National Percentages and Numbers
Unsafe Speed
Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road
Improper Turns
Violating Right-of-Way Rules
Violating Stop Signals and Signs
Driver Distractions
Chapter 8: Road Rage/Aggressive Driving and Avoiding It
How to Handle Another Driver Exhibiting Road Rage/Being Aggressive
Keeping Your Own Emotions in Check
Chapter 9: Driver Distractions
Eating
Hygiene
Electronic Devices
Scenery/Window Shopping
Radio/Music/Ear Buds or Headphones
Passengers (including children/pets)
Other Vehicles/Hazards
Chapter 10: The Vehicle
Vehicle Requirements to Operate on the Road
Use of the Parking Brake
Handling Mechanical Failures on the Road
Chapter 11: The Road
Use of Lanes
Passing Other Vehicles – Special Situations
Passing Other Vehicles – Dangerous Situations
Right-of-Way Situations
Adjusting Your Driving for Conditions
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