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420. Blind spot
A blind spot is an area around a vehicle that the driver cannot see directly or through the mirrors. Blind spots vary with the size and design of the vehicle and can be particularly large around trucks, buses and other high-sided vehicles. Drivers should adjust their mirrors correctly and check beside the vehicle before changing lanes, turning or moving away. Cyclists, pedestrians and motorcyclists should also avoid remaining beside large vehicles where the driver may not be able to see them.
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What is a blind spot?
A blind spot is an area around a vehicle that cannot be seen directly by the driver or adequately through the mirrors.
How should you check a blind spot?
Adjust the mirrors correctly and, where necessary, make a brief direct check beside the vehicle before changing lanes, turning or moving away. The exact technique depends on the vehicle.
Where should cyclists avoid riding near a truck?
Cyclists should avoid remaining directly beside, immediately in front of or close behind a large vehicle, particularly near intersections where the vehicle may turn.

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