Chapter 7

Searching and Giving Meaning

SIPDE-system used to deal with driving situations

• S-Search 20-30 sec ahead or 2 blocks

• I-Identify objects or conditions within 12-15 seconds that could interfere with your driving

• P-Predict what actions or conditions could affect your driving

• D-Decide what actions will you take

• E-Execute your decision

Use SIPDE to help you react to this scenario. What would you do?

SMITH SYSTEM

1. aim high and look ahead, not down

2. keep eyes moving

3. get the big picture

4. make sure others see you

5. leave yourself a way out or a margin of safety around you