39 ICBC Tasks > 186 Required Topics DIRECTIONS: The Tasks and Topics on this page were specified by ICBC. For each Task, count how many of its Topics you remember from the Chapters you have read, then print that total after the Task #.# on your worksheet. Example: For Task 1.1, if you remember reading about "driver attitudes" and "animals", you would print "2" after "1.1(8)" on the worksheet; however, if you don't remember reading about any of the 8 Topics listed, you would print "0".     TASK 1.1: Identify typical driving hazards and explain how each can affect one's driving behaviour. Topic 1.1.1 > weather/environmental conditions Topic 1.1.2 > road Topic 1.1.3 > driver attitudes Topic 1.1.4 > vehicle conditions Topic 1.1.5 > animals Topic 1.1.6 > other road users Topic 1.1.7 > unpredictable driving behaviours Topic 1.1.8 > sources of driving errors   TASK 1.2: Explain factors that influence risk-taking behaviour. Topic 1.2.1 > factors that affect driver risk perception (driver age, driver experience, driving environment) Topic 1.2.2 > caution versus risk Topic 1.2.3 > judging risk in various situations Topic 1.2.4 > role of overconfidence and underconfidence in inaccurate risk perception   TASK 1.3: Explain the relationship between personal factors and one's ability to perceive risk. Topic 1.3.1 > mental factors (self-esteem, aggression, frustration, impatience, feelings of power, overconfidence, awareness of consequences) Topic 1.3.2 > physical factors Topic 1.3.3 > role of self-control Topic 1.3.4 > need for peer approval Topic 1.3.5 > perception of other drivers Topic 1.3.6 > driver experience   TASK 1.4: Identify three sources of impairment and describe how each of these influences driving behaviour. Topic 1.4.1 > effects of drug and alcohol impairment Topic 1.4.2 > effects of fatigue, illness, and mental stress Topic 1.4.3 > consequences of impaired driving Topic 1.4.4 > ways to avoid driving while impaired   TASK 1.5: Analyze the possible costs (to oneself and society) of taking driving risks. Topic 1.5.1 > personal costs Topic 1.5.2 > social costs Topic 1.5.3 > financial costs Topic 1.5.4 > health costs   TASK 1.6: Determine one's risk tolerance through analysis of personal tendencies to take risks. Topic 1.6.1 > thinking for oneself Topic 1.6.2 > role of self-control Topic 1.6.3 > role of overconfidence/underconfidence Topic 1.6.4 > identifying personal limits and abilities   TASK 1.7: Consistently demonstrate realistic risk-perception in driving behaviours. Topic 1.7.1 > accurate risk perception Topic 1.7.2 > quick and effective reaction times Topic 1.7.3 > proactive versus reactive driving action Topic 1.7.4 > expectations of other road-users Topic 1.7.5 > consequences of not doing what other road users expect Topic 1.7.6 > safe time margins to complete driving maneuvers     TASK 2.1: Define one's personal values, beliefs, and motives related to driving and explain how each of these might affect driving behaviours. Topic 2.1.1 > personal driving values and beliefs Topic 2.1.2 > motives that influence driving Topic 2.1.3 > driving as thrill-seeking Topic 2.1.4 > how motives change under different circumstances Topic 2.1.5 > how values, beliefs, and motives influence attitudes toward driving   TASK 2.2: Explain how one's driving may be influenced negatively or positively by at least four social factors. Topic 2.2.1 > influence of advertising Topic 2.2.2 > societal attitudes toward cars and driving Topic 2.2.3 > influence of other people's driving habits Topic 2.2.4 > peer pressure and driving   TASK 2.3: Consistently exhibit driving behaviours that are safe and courteous. Topic 2.3.1 > overcoming negative motives Topic 2.3.2 > driving courteously Topic 2.3.3 > resisting negative influences     TASK 3.1: Describe why drivers need to continue improving their driving behaviours throughout their lives. Topic 3.1.1 > the driver as a lifelong learner Topic 3.1.2 > factors that contribute to changes in driving skill Topic 3.1.3 > changing motor vehicle technology Topic 3.1.4 > changing driving standards and laws   TASK 3.2: Demonstrate an understanding of the complexity of the driving task by using self-correcting activities while driving. Topic 3.2.1 > ongoing assessment of personal driving skills Topic 3.2.2 > use of running commentary Topic 3.2.3 > how feedback can help drivers improve their skills   TASK 3.3: Describe ways of sharing the road. Topic 3.3.1 > cyclists Topic 3.3.2 > pedestrians Topic 3.3.3 > large and slow-moving vehicles Topic 3.3.4 > animals Topic 3.3.5 > emergency vehicles   TASK 3.4: Consistently demonstrate appropriate communications with other road-users. Topic 3.4.1 > vehicle signals Topic 3.4.2 > hand signals Topic 3.4.3 > horn Topic 3.4.4 > hazard lights Topic 3.4.5 > eye-to-eye contact Topic 3.4.6 > non-verbal communication   TASK 3.5: Describe ways to show leadership regarding safe driving practices. Topic 3.5.1 > individual leadership skills Topic 3.5.2 > ICBC's Road Sense program Topic 3.5.3 > community and school road/driver safety programs   TASK 3.6: Identify environmental concerns in the use of motor vehicles. Topic 3.6.1 > efficient driving behaviours Topic 3.6.2 > disposal of car fluids and parts Topic 3.6.3 > role of vehicle maintenance     TASK 4.1: Identify key steps to take when involved in a motor vehicle crash or when arriving at the scene of a crash. Topic 4.1.1 > minor crashes Topic 4.1.2 > major crashes   TASK 4.2: Explain the meaning of all traffic control devices, signs, signals, and markings. Topic 4.2.1 > signs Topic 4.2.2 > signals Topic 4.2.3 > markings   TASK 4.3: Explain the rationale for driving regulations using several examples. Topic 4.3.1 > speed Topic 4.3.2 > parking Topic 4.3.3 > impairment Topic 4.3.4 > safety restraints Topic 4.3.5 > licensing requirements Topic 4.3.6 > vehicle insurance Topic 4.3.7 > emergency vehicles   TASK 4.4: Explain the rules of the road concerned with traffic control persons, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, and emergency vehicles. Topic 4.4.1 > traffic control persons Topic 4.4.2 > cyclists and pedestrians Topic 4.4.3 > emergency vehicles Topic 4.4.4 > motorcycles   TASK 4.5: Explain key legal regulations concerned with driving. Topic 4.5.1 > B.C. licence classes and restrictions Topic 4.5.2 > Graduated Licensing Program Topic 4.5.3 > point system and fines Topic 4.5.4 > Administrative Driving Prohibition and Vehicle Impoundment Topic 4.5.5 > licence suspensions Topic 4.5.6 > registered owner restrictions and responsibilities Topic 4.5.7 > seat belt use Topic 4.5.8 > regulations in other jurisdictions     TASK 5.1: Define the three steps of safe driving and explain the reasons for these steps (“see-think-do”). Topic 5.1.1 > defensive driving Topic 5.1.2 > collision avoidance   TASK 5.2: Consistently demonstrate correct observation skills. Topic 5.2.1 > knowing where to observe (360 degree vision, distance scanning, blind spots, visual obstructions, limits of observation) Topic 5.2.2 > knowing how to observe (shoulder checks, peripheral vision, mirrors)   TASK 5.3: Consistently interpret the driving situation appropriately. Topic 5.3.1 > maintaining attention/alertness Topic 5.3.2 > recognizing potential hazards accurately Topic 5.3.3 > using decision-making skills to drive safely (anticipating what might happen, predicting possible solutions, prioritizing situations and solutions, making appropriate choices under pressure, identifying consequences) Topic 5.3.4 > effects of impairment on decision-making Topic 5.3.5 > role of personal motives on decision-making skills   TASK 5.4: Consistently take appropriate driving actions to minimize risk. Topic 5.4.1 > choosing safe margins (front, rear, side) Topic 5.4.2 > choosing safe driving speed Topic 5.4.3 > braking and stopping safely Topic 5.4.4 > emergency braking control (ABS and conventional characteristics) Topic 5.4.5 > accelerating safely Topic 5.4.6 > covering the brake and horn Topic 5.4.7 > yielding if uncertain Topic 5.4.8 > point of no return   TASK 5.5: Consistently use safety devices correctly. Topic 5.5.1 > restraint systems (seat belts, head restraints, infant and child restraints) Topic 5.5.2 > air bags and restrictions Topic 5.5.3 > sun visors     TASK 6.1: Explain the forces of physics, such as friction, and how they affect vehicle performance. Topic 6.1.1 > vehicle traction Topic 6.1.2 > vehicle weight shift/transfer Topic 6.1.3 > vehicle balance Topic 6.1.4 > speed versus time and stopping distances Topic 6.1.5 > crash severity versus speed Topic 6.1.6 > vulnerability of the human body to injury   TASK 6.2: Identify factors that often contribute to collision situations. Topic 6.2.1 > common crash situations for new drivers Topic 6.2.2 > critical crash factors for new drivers (high risk tolerance, faulty risk perception, level of driver skills)   TASK 6.3: Describe the role of traction in vehicle control. Topic 6.3.1 > space management (front, rear, side) Topic 6.3.2 > stopping distances Topic 6.3.3 > braking distances Topic 6.3.4 > following too closely Topic 6.3.5 > point of no return Topic 6.3.6 > skid patterns of front, rear, and four-wheel drive vehicles   TASK 6.4: Explain the role of friction in hazardous driving condition. Topic 6.4.1 > how road surfaces affect stopping Topic 6.4.2 > seasonal changes on road surfaces Topic 6.4.3 > tire types and conditions Topic 6.4.4 > tire inflation Topic 6.4.5 > speed for conditions   TASK 6.5: Consistently demonstrate the ability to alter one’s driving to accommodate hazardous driving conditions. Topic 6.5.1 > speed control Topic 6.5.2 > steering control Topic 6.5.3 > speed versus stopping distances Topic 6.5.4 > risk perception versus accurate knowledge of vehicle performance     TASK 7.1: Conduct pre-trip checks. Topic 7.1.1 > exterior pre-checks Topic 7.1.2 > interior pre-checks   TASK 7.2: Consistently demonstrate proper driving techniques. Topic 7.2.1 > starting Topic 7.2.2 > smooth acceleration Topic 7.2.3 > smooth deceleration Topic 7.2.4 > correct braking techniques Topic 7.2.5 > smooth steering control Topic 7.2.6 > steady speed control Topic 7.2.7 > maintaining correct lane position   TASK 7.3: Consistently demonstrate proper vehicle control while changing direction. Topic 7.3.1 > yielding Topic 7.3.2 > crossing intersections Topic 7.3.3 > merging Topic 7.3.4 > changing lanes and passing Topic 7.3.5 > maintaining correct lane tracking Topic 7.3.6 > backing up   TASK 7.4: Consistently demonstrate proper right-of-way manoeuvres. Topic 7.4.1 > stop signs Topic 7.4.2 > two-way stops, four-way stops Topic 7.4.3 > traffic circles Topic 7.4.4 > yield signs Topic 7.4.5 > controlled and uncontrolled intersections Topic 7.4.6 > T-intersections Topic 7.4.7 > malfunctioning traffic control devices Topic 7.4.8 > emergency vehicles   TASK 7.5: Consistently demonstrate proper turns. Topic 7.5.1 > left turns Topic 7.5.2 > right turns Topic 7.5.3 > reverse/three-point turns Topic 7.5.4 > maintaining correct lane tracking   TASK 7.6: Consistently demonstrate proper parking techniques. Topic 7.6.1 > stall parking (forward, reverse) Topic 7.6.2 > hill parking (uphill, downhill) Topic 7.6.3 > angle parking Topic 7.6.4 > parallel parking Topic 7.6.5 > shoulder-of-road parking   TASK 7.7: Demonstrate proper technique on highways. Topic 7.7.1 > entering and exiting Topic 7.7.2 > curves Topic 7.7.3 > shoulders of road Topic 7.7.4 > grade of road Topic 7.7.5 > passing Topic 7.7.6 > changing lanes Topic 7.7.7 > night driving   TASK 7.8: Demonstrate proper technique on freeways. Topic 7.8.1 > entering and exiting Topic 7.8.2 > curves Topic 7.8.3 > grade of road Topic 7.8.4 > passing Topic 7.8.5 > changing lanes Topic 7.8.6 > night driving Topic 7.8.7 > parking on shoulder of road Topic 7.8.8 > emergency conditions