Required curriculum.
(1) The required curriculum referred to in RCW
46.82.420 includes competencies to develop knowledge, skills, and awareness related to novice drivers. Training must include, but is not limited to, instruction on the following concepts outlined in the required curriculum:
(a) Rules of the road;
(b) Vehicle components;
(c) Vehicle handling;
(d) Driver behavior;
(e) Sharing the road;
(f) Attention and perception;
(g) Hazard and risk management;
(h) Vehicle maintenance/malfunctions and technology;
(i) Managing emergencies and adverse conditions;
(j) Respect and responsibility; and
(k) Vehicle technology systems.
(2) Driver training schools will cross-reference the required curriculum and the school's curriculum guide (WAC
308-108-170) on a form provided by and submitted to the department. When changes are made that affect the cross-reference form, the school must update the cross-reference form and submit it to the department.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
46.82.420. WSR 20-05-084, ยง 308-108-155, filed 2/18/20, effective 3/20/20.]