see-think-do 5 In the previous four chapters, you began developing your  smart driving skills by learning the basics of driving:  This chapter will bring all of these concepts together and  describe how to use them as part of  see-think-do  — a driving  strategy that helps you to be a safe and competent driver.  see  — scan for hazards. Pay attention to other road users and  the areas where hazards could occur.  think  — decide which hazards are the most dangerous.  Think quickly about possible solutions. Decide on the safest  solution.  do  — do manoeuvres to keep yourself and others safe. Whenever you drive, your eyes should be scanning the area  around you to gather information. Good observation means  knowing how to look and where to look. The next step is hazard  perception — knowing what to look for. Good observation involves looking ahead, beside and behind. You’re driving along a city street, scanning well ahead.  You check your mirrors — the car behind is keeping well  back. There is an intersection ahead. You carefully scan the  intersection to see if it’s clear before you proceed.  • being a thinking driver  • maintaining a safe vehicle  • understanding signs, signals and road markings  • knowing the rules of the road.  • See  – observation  – hazard  perception • Think – assess the risk  – choose a solution • Do – speed control – steering – space margins – communication • Using see‑think‑do in this chapter see-think-do Observation You in the driver’s seat 59