Blind Spot Management Techniques
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RUBIX:
"Take notes - this is essential information!"
🚗 The S.M.O.G. Technique
Signal
Activate turn signal early (RCW 46.61.305)
Mirrors
Check all mirrors for vehicles
Over shoulder
Physical head check - technology can fail!
Go
Execute lane change smoothly
⚠️ Highway Blind Spot Facts
📊 WSDOT: 33% of highway crashes involve blind spot lane changes
SR-410 Enumclaw Area Danger Zones:
- • Semi-trucks merging from Highway 410
- • Limited visibility at White River bridge
- • Fog conditions reduce mirror effectiveness
💡 No-Zone Rule: If you can't see the truck's mirrors, the driver can't see you!
Blind Spots Found: /
Click on the blind spot areas around the
🎉 Perfect! All blind spots identified!
⚡ Remember: Blind spot monitors can fail in rain/fog - always do a physical check!
STAGE 4: MASTER
Blind Spot Management