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Unit 901
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A
driver may eventually need to complete a road test re-examination.
For Class 5 and 7 drivers, this is called an Enhanced Road Assessment
(ERA). |
The
driver will receive a letter if an ERA is required, and they have
to complete the ERA within the time frame specified in the letter. |
ICBC
driving examiners administer the ERA's on behalf of Road Safety
BC and there is no fee charged for the assessment. |
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Unit 902
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Here
are the 3 most common reasons why a driver might be asked to complete
an ERA: |
1)
A doctor reports a medical condition that may affect the driver's
fitness or ability to drive safely. |
2)
The results of a previous on-road assessment suggest a follow-up
is necessary. |
3)
A collision report, police report, or other report indicates the
driver may be unable or unsure how to handle a common driving situation. |
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Unit 903
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Class
5 and 7 drivers with a medical condition that may affect the motor,
cognitive, or sensory functions required for driving may be asked
to complete an ERA in order to maintain their current licence. |
Drivers
of any age may be asked to complete an ERA. Referrals to the ERA
are not made on the basis of a age. |
The
ERA appointment takes approximately 90 minutes. |
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Unit 904
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It's
a legal requirement to complete the ERA. |
If
a driver doesn't comply with the ERA, their existing driver's licence
is cancelled and is no longer valid. |
If
a driver chooses to retire from driving instead of taking the ERA,
they can exchange their driver's licence for a free British Columbia
Identification Card (BCID). This can be done by booking an appointment
to visit an ICBC driver licensing office. |
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Unit 905
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After
an ERA, the driver's results are reviewed along with other relevant
information in their file. If there were any traffic violations,
dangerous actions, or other safety concerns during the ERA, the
driver is issued a learner's licence while their file is reviewed.
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driver should bring a licensed person to their ERA appointment because
an ERA driver cannot drive home on their own if they're issued a
learner's licence. |
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Unit 906
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As
of May-01-2021 in BC, lawyers are generally no longer involved in
crash claims with ICBC because there are predetermined amounts for
claims. |
People
involved in crashes can only sue the driver at fault if that driver
is convicted of a driving offense or that driver's vehicle is found
to be faulty. |
By removing lawyers and legal fees from the system, ICBC is trying
to reduce insurance premiums and enhance coverage. |
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Unit 907
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ICBC
insurance premiums are affected by the driver's claims history,
optional insurance and deductibles, location, type of vehicle (age,
make, model, repair cost), driver's experience, technology (anti-theft
devices, auto braking to avoid a crash), and how the vehicle will
be used. |
Here
are some vehicle use categories: less than 5,000 km per year, pleasure,
commuting, business, delivery. |
Driverless use of a vehicle (autopilot, smart summon) may breach
insurance coverage. |
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Unit 908
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ICBC
insurance covers you in Canada and the United States only if you
correctly rate the use of the vehicle, specify who drives the vehicle,
ensure anyone who drives the vehicle has a valid licence, give correct
information after a crash, don't drive if your licence is expired
or suspended, and don't drive when impaired by alcohol or drugs. |
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Unit 909
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Steps
you can take with ICBC if you wish to appeal a decision about your
claim: |
You
can raise your concerns with your claim representative and/or their
manager, and then ICBC's Claim Decision Review process. |
If you have exhausted the channels inside ICBC and are still dissatisfied,
there are other options outside of ICBC such as the BC Office of
the Ombudsperson. |
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Unit 910
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The
Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) is a decision-making body independent
from ICBC. |
If
you disagree with an aspect of your ICBC claim such as your entitlement
to accident benefits or the fault assessment (when it results in
a monetary loss), you may apply to the CRT for dispute resolution. |
CRT costs range from $75 to $200 depending on the type of claim. |
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Unit 911
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Traffic
laws are often different in other cities, provinces, or countries;
therefore, check the laws for the places you intend to drive. |
Florida Motor Vehicle Act: Don't enter an intersection or marked
crosswalk unless there's space past the intersection or crosswalk
for the vehicle you're driving so you don't obstruct other vehicles
or pedestrians. In Florida on Jun-22-2017, the driver of a car that
was hit while blocking an intersection was blamed for the death
of someone in the other car. |
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Unit 912
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Audio,
video, and other recording devices cannot be used during the road
test. GPS and navigation systems must be turned off. Using these
devices could lead to the cancellation of the road test. |
Other
than guide dogs and service dogs, pets are not permitted on a road
test or in ICBC driver licensing offices. This includes emotional
support animals. |
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Unit 913
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You
need to bring a safe, reliable vehicle for your ICBC road test.
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Your
vehicle's interior must be scent-free, clean, and free of any items
that may affect health and safety. |
If
your vehicle isn't safe (seatbelts not working, outstanding serious
vehicle safety recall, etc.) or it doesn't meet legal requirements,
ICBC may cancel your road test. |
Your
road test vehicle must have Canadian licence plates. |
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Unit 914
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For
your ICBC road test, if you plan to use a vehicle from a car sharing
co-op or company and are not the named member, you must provide
a letter from the company authorizing you to use the vehicle for
the test. |
The
letter must be written on original letterhead, dated, and signed
by a representative of the company. A new letter must be produced
for each road test attempt. |
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Unit 915
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Before
the road test, you can ask questions such as these: |
Can
I have the stereo on? |
Can
I have the window down? |
Can
I wear sunglasses? |
What
happens if I turn the wrong way? |
Can
I take one hand off the wheel to scratch my nose for a second? |
If
I get too stressed, can I pull over for a minute? |
If
I don't know street names, is that going to be a problem? |
Can
I ask about parking? |
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Unit 916
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During
the road test and whenever you drive, you need to select the best
lane to travel in. |
When
there are 3 lanes moving in one direction within a municipality,
faster traffic often travels in the left and right lanes. |
If
you travel in the center lane, there's less chance of annoying others
and being tailgated by faster vehicles, you have the right lane
between you and any driveways, and you have the left lane between
you and oncoming traffic. |
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Unit 917
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Here
are a few road test tips: |
Prior
to a change in direction, road position or pulling away from the
curb, check to make sure the blind spot on that side is clear by
doing a shoulder check. |
When
approaching areas where hazards may be present, such as intersections
and crosswalks, you must scan the area. |
When
reversing, observe in that direction with occasional glances forward
when necessary. |
When
entering traffic, choose an appropriate space that doesnt
cause other road users to adjust their speed or road position. |
While
waiting to turn left, avoid angling the car or wheels to the left
because if you are rear-ended, you may be pushed into oncoming traffic. |
Before
backing up, look all around the vehicle (360 degrees) to ensure
the surroundings are clear. |
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Unit 918
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If
you fail your first passenger vehicle or motorcycle road test, you
must wait at least 14 days before you retake the test. |
If
you fail your second test, you must wait at least 30 days. |
If
you fail your third or subsequent tests, you must wait at least
60 days. |
If
you're going to cancel or rebook a road test, give 48 hours notice
to avoid a $25 cancellation fee. |
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