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(d) LLLC Defensive Driving Techniques. Training in the LLLC (Look Ahead, Look Around, Leave Room, Communicate) driving practices, which include: e Look Ahead: Look 15 seconds ahead of the vehicle to identify potential hazards early, providing enough time to react and safely adjust. e Look Around: Constantly move head and eyes, changing point of focus at least every two seconds; check mirrors every five to eight seconds. e Leave Room: Maintain adequate space on all six sides of the vehicle (front, rear, each side, above, and below); maintain proper following distance. , e Communicate: Use headlights, brake lights, and turn signals to communicate intentions; use at least four flashes before taking any action. (ec) Sensitivity and Disability Awareness. Instruction on working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities, including effective communication techniques, patience, respect for dignity and independence, and awareness of common age-related and disability-related conditions. Operators shall understand that some passengers may have poor balance and slowed reflexes and may be painfully conscious of their limitations; operators shall never highlight a passenger’s shyness, limitations, or loss of ability. (f) Emergency Procedures. Training in emergency evacuation of all passengers (ambulatory and wheelchair-bound), use of the on-board first aid kit, fire extinguisher operation, hands-only CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and procedures for medical emergencies and auto accidents as described in Section 10 of this Policy. (g) Seat Belt and Safety Compliance. Instruction on seat belt use policies, proper positioning of lap and shoulder belts on elderly passengers, the seat belt waiver form procedure for passengers who refuse to wear a seat belt, and compliance with Executive Order 13043 regarding seat belt use. (h) Distracted Driving Prevention. Training on the prohibition of text messaging and use of handheld electronic devices while driving, consistent with federal requirements. (1) Safe Following Distances. Training on weather-adjusted following and stopping distances: Good dry weather: at least 4 seconds to stop Rainy weather: at least 5 seconds to stop Snowy weather: at least 6 seconds to stop Icy weather: at least 7 seconds to stop (j) Hazard Recognition and Response. Training on tire failure response (holding steering wheel firmly, staying off brakes until vehicle slows), skid control and recovery, fog/smoke/snow procedures, deep puddle procedures, objects in the roadway, and extreme heat conditions. (k) Loading and Unloading Procedures. Training on the safe loading and unloading sequence: ensure sight distance visibility, give traffic adequate warning, use directional signals, slow down, check mirrors, pull as far right as possible, turn on four-way flashers, place vehicle in park, apply parking brake, and check mirrors again before loading or unloading passengers. Passengers shall never cross the street to board or exit the vehicle. 9801261v6