'U Turn the Wheel' is part of the Life Ready course taught to Year 11 by the PDHPE Staff. It is organised by The Rotary Club of Caringbah and has evolved over the years to include the most pertinent issues around driving and safe use of our roads.
The course has always been well received by our students who interact well with the presenters and go away with a fresh outlook on their driving and safety.
Sample program –
| Session Name | Presenter | MainFocus |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping your 'L' and 'P's | Police Highway Patrol | Risk taking behaviour, Speed, Legal consequences. |
| New Driver Survival | Trent Driving School | Traffic hints and tips, Stopping time and distance – the reflex tester. |
| Picking Up the Pieces | Paramedic – NSW Ambulance Service | Why crashes happen and driver attitude. |
| Are We There Yet? | YouthSafe | The serious consequences of crashes and managing distractions. |
| Being Fit to Drive | NSW Community Health | Effects of alcohol and drugs on decision making, fine-motor skills and risk-taking. |
| Buying a safe used Car | NRMA Motoring and Services | Challenges faced when buying a used car – things may not be what they appear. Helpful hints as to what to look for. |