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The following habits can help reduce risk and make everyday driving calmer and safer.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Wear your seatbelt<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Make sure the driver and every passenger are correctly restrained before the vehicle moves.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Follow posted speed limits<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Observe speed-limit signs and reduce your speed further when traffic, visibility, weather or road conditions require it.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>Avoid distractions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Keep your attention on driving. Do not use a handheld phone, and adjust navigation, music or other controls before beginning your journey whenever possible.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>Maintain a safe following distance<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Leave enough space to stop safely if the vehicle ahead slows suddenly. Increase the distance in wet weather or poor visibility.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>Check mirrors and blind spots<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Use your mirrors regularly and check blind spots before changing lanes, merging or moving away from the kerb.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>Signal clearly<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Indicate early enough to help other road users understand what you intend to do. Cancel the indicator once the manoeuvre is complete.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li>Stay calm and alert<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Avoid reacting aggressively to another driver\u2019s mistake. Remain patient, watch for pedestrians and cyclists, and take a break if you become tired.<\/p>\n<p>Safe driving habits develop through regular practice and good instruction. Defensive Driving School provides one-on-one lessons designed to improve confidence, awareness and vehicle control.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/defensivedriving.com.au\/perth\/contact-us\/\">Contact us<\/a> to discuss a lesson suited to your needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Safe driving depends on attention, good judgement and respect for everyone using the road. The following habits can help reduce risk and make everyday driving calmer and safer. Wear your seatbelt Make sure the driver and every passenger are correctly restrained before the vehicle moves. 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