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Steamboat Springs Transit
Smith System
Policy |
Procedure |
Smith System drivers develop the habit of
driving with traffic instead of against it. Their
new attitude reduces accidents and also
saves fuel and maintenance costs. |
- All SST drivers should use the Smith System when driving any vehicle.
- There are 5 key points to the Smith System.
A. Aim high in steering.
‐ Looking further ahead than other drivers.
B. Get the big picture.
‐ Seeing more around you than other drivers.
C. Keep your eyes moving.
‐ Being more aware than other drivers.
D. Leave yourself an out.
‐ Positioning in traffic better than other drivers.
E. Make sure they see you.
‐ Making yourself more visible than other drivers.
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Revised: 11/12/2014 |