Expectations of Other Road Users | Perception and Risk Management
Communication
road-users expect other road-users to communicate all manoeuvres before they make it.
Failure to communicate can easily lead to accidents, which means there is less predictability on the road. Drivers can communicate using turn signals, hand signals, horns, and other communication features.
Attention
Drivers expect other road-users to be attentive on the road.
Attention means being aware of other vehicles' positions and keeping an eye out not to rear-end them.
Vehicle position
Drivers expect vehicles to be in the correct position at the right moment.
For example, drivers would not expect them to turn right from the far left lane.
Ensure their vehicle is in the correct position relative to their intended manoeuvre.
Speed
Drivers expect other road-users to maintain the appropriate speeds at all times.
Failure to maintain the correct speed can easily result in unpredictability.
