NSW Log Book 17. Driving In Adverse Conditions

Learning Content
Gain experience driving in adverse conditions such as wet weather, fog, snow and ice

Learning Content

Review use of windscreen wipers and demisters

Give extra attention to road surface conditions

Increase following distance from three seconds to four or more

Reduced visibility

Reduced tyre grip requires smoother acceleration, braking and cornering

Increased oberservation of pedestrians required

Increased crash avoidance space required to respond to hazards so set up earlier

Reduce speed to repond to the changing conditions

Facts and Tips
A common crash for provisional drivers is to leave the road on a curve. This can occur in wet weather when tyre grip is reduced. Take extra care when driving on wet roads