Slow down and collect information
Reduce speed early enough to notice traffic control, signs, road layout and other road users. Arriving too quickly removes the time needed for a sound decision.
Order of traffic rules
Follow a person directing traffic first, then traffic lights, priority signs and finally general rules. Always identify which level currently controls the movement.
Direction and path
Work out where you and others are going. Turning left may require yielding to oncoming traffic, while crossing a cycle path requires an additional observation check.
Limited trust
Having priority does not guarantee that another driver will respect it. Observe speed and behaviour, and remain ready to respond without abandoning the rules.
Pedestrians and cyclists
Before turning, check the crossing and cycle crossing before the car begins to enter their path. Mirrors have blind areas, so direct observation is sometimes necessary.