Mirrors

Purpose

To test your ability to use your mirrors appropriately

Types of error you can make

NCDE

You get allocated one non critical driving error (NCDE) if you for example

Do not check the rear vision mirrors before slowing down
Do no check the rear vision mirrors before turning, lane changing, diverging or merging
Do not check the rear vision mirrors before stopping
Do not check the rear vision mirrors regularly during general driving
Do not check the rear vision mirrors when approaching any traffic hazard
Do not check the rear vision mirrors when approaching any traffic hazard
Stare into a mirror for a period of time being excessive for the driving situation

TIP

Exercise your mirror use well.  It is vital that you gain the ability to take in and process what you see in 'the blink of an eye'.  Remember, the mirrors are not there to check yoru make up or your hair line but to observe your surrounding.  Use them frequently during driving!