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GM Unit Stresses Driver Training in Autonomous Cars

General Motors Co.’s Cruise Automation unit says it puts backup drivers and auditors through extensive training before allowing them to participate in real-world autonomous vehicle tests. 
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General Motors Co.’s Cruise Automation unit says it puts backup drivers and auditors through extensive training before allowing them to participate in real-world autonomous vehicle tests.

The carmaker detailed the program in an update to the 2018 Self-Driving Safety Report is issued earlier this year.

Cruise’s fleet of self-driving test cars have a steering wheel and foot pedals that allow backup drivers to take control if necessary. An additional support person rides along in the front passenger seat to monitor and record vehicle performance.
 
During the month-long training program, vehicle operators practice on closed driving courses. They review protocols for how and when to take control of a vehicle and what to do in the event of anaccident. Participants are required to complete pre- and post-drive checklists, in-vehicle audits, exams and incident-response drills.
 
Cruise also has established rules to help prevent human error that can stem from boredom, exhaustion and distraction during autonomous vehicle testing. This includes limiting the number of driver hours, mandating regular breaks and ensuring routes don’t interfere with scheduled shift changes.

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