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Blind Spots

This guide explains blind areas around a vehicle and the situations in which a quick, controlled shoulder check is essential.

Featured video by Conduite Facile. Embedded from YouTube for educational reference. Driviology does not claim ownership of the video.

Creator: Conduite Facile · Watch original video on YouTube ↗

Learning Objectives

  • Identify common blind areas
  • perform an effective shoulder check
  • know when a blind-spot check is required.

Ontario Learning Notes

A shoulder check supplements mirrors and safety technology. Check before lane changes, merges, pulling away, some turns and any movement across a possible conflict path.

Key Takeaways

  • Set mirrors correctly
  • check briefly and return eyes forward
  • recheck when conditions change
  • never rely only on warning systems.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Turning the body too far
  • looking too long
  • checking after beginning the move
  • assuming blind-spot monitoring guarantees safety.

Quick Knowledge Check

1. What is one key objective when practising "Blind Spots"?

Identify common blind areas

2. What is a common mistake learner drivers should avoid here?

Turning the body too far

3. What does Ontario driving guidance say about this skill?

A shoulder check supplements mirrors and safety technology. Check before lane changes, merges, pulling away, some turns and any movement across a possible conflict path.

Editorial & Safety Review

Driviology Content Team (Top 15 editorial review) reviewed this page on July 29, 2026. Driving rules and best practices can change - always confirm current requirements with the official Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Driver's Handbook and your licensed instructor before your road test.

Sources & Disclaimer

Featured video: Blind Spots - Part 1 - What Are Blind Spots? by Conduite Facile. This video is publicly available on YouTube and is embedded here for educational reference only under YouTube's standard embed terms. Driviology does not claim ownership of, host, or re-upload this content.