Road Driving Behavior Evaluation

Candidate Name*

First NameLast Name

Unit Driven*

Weather

DryRainSnow/Ice

Roadway type(s) traversed

HighwaySecondaryResidentialRural

Travel type

EmergencyNon-emergency

Emergency call type*

For each item, the evaluator will indicate a rating for each applicable item. Describe any "needs improvement" or "unsatisfactory" ratings in the comment box at the end of the form.

Pre-Departure

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Circle Check: Completed prior to moving vehicle. Wheel Chock removed.
Mirrors and Seat: Checked and adjusted.
Visual Scan: Completed before moving.
Seat belts: All personnel are seated and restrained.
Headlights activated.

Steering Control

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Two hands on steering wheel: 9 and 3 hand placement
Shuffle Steering. Shuffle steering used appropriately, no palming the wheel or 1-handed turns.

Aim High in Steering

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Visual Lead Time: viewing areas 12 to 15 seconds ahead of the vehicle.
Sees and evaluates relevant information from among distant objects.
Adjusts eye lead time distance to speed.
Keeps vehicle rolling by adjusting for traffic conditions.
Eyes properly elevated and scanning around turns and corners.

Get The Big Picture

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Following Distance Appropriate for Conditions: 4 second min. < 40mph + 1 second per additional 10mph.
Makes and executes decisions early.
Communicates with crew members effectively. Receives and acknowledges information.
Avoids being unnecessarily boxed in by other traffic or objects.
Speed is appropriate for conditions.
Drives the vehicle smoothly without avoidable hard stops, fast starts, or high force turns.

Keep Eyes Moving

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Scans mirrors frequently. (6-10 second interval)
Scans intersections before entry. (Left-Right-Left)
Moves eyes at least every two seconds. Does not fixate.
Checks mirrors when slowing or stopping the vehicle.
Avoids staring while evaluating relevant objects or situations.

Leaves An Out

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Maintains proper space cushion around the vehicle.
Adjusts to maintain cushion space despite other drivers’ actions.
When stopped in traffic, leaves appropriate space in front of vehicle.
Consistently chooses lane or path of least resistance.
Remains aware of current size and shape of space cushion on all sides.

Remaining Predictable and Visible

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Seeks rather than hopes for eye contact.
Covers or uses horn when conditions suggest the need.
Activates turn signals in a timely manner.
Brakes early to activate brake lights.
Stays out of the blind areas of other drivers.

Railroad Crossings

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Stopped before crossing, activated 4-way flashers, looked and listened before crossing.

Arriving on Scene or at Destination

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Vehicle stopped smoothly
Receives and acknowledges information from the officer. Maintains situational awareness.
Positioned apparatus appropriately for call type, function, and arrival order
Parking brake engaged before personnel dismounted
Wheel chock placed upon arrival

Scene Operations

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Effectively and independently setup and operated portable equipment as needed
Performed apparatus functions, i.e. pumping, aerial
Provided pertinent information updates to the unit officer (task completion, condition changes)
Returned equipment to a ready status

Backing

	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory
Avoid the need to back whenever possible; completed turnarounds with minimal backing
Clearly identified the intended path to the spotters if not obvious
Waited for spotter to position and initiated eye contact
Stopped backing if spotter signaled or contact with spotter was lost
Scanned opposite mirror every 8-10 seconds
Used appropriate speed and covered the brake
Driver removed headset and rolled window down to enhance communication

Evaluator Comments*

Indicate deficiencies notes and corrective behaviors required by the Candidate.

The candidate has been informed of the results of this evaluation and received coaching for any deficiencies.

Evaluator Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Evaluation*

Date

Evaluator Signature*

Road Driving Behavior Evaluation

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