Distractions
Support material TA 3 & 4
•To understand how distractions can impact on the learning to drive process, performance-interfering traits (PITs) and performance-enhancing traits (PETs).
•To be able to discuss what type of distractions affect drivers.
•To be able to list personal distraction.
•To develop and demonstrate coping strategies.
Summary
Learning how to identify and develop a coping strategy is an important skill for new drivers. The aim of this scenario is to assist the driver to develop this skill through achieving the following learning distractions:
•The development of self-recognition to possible distractions and identify possible causes.
•Develop coping strategies that will help reduce the effects of distractions.
Scenario