Quote Originally Posted by Ducatista
but, you can’t always avoid a vehicle pulling out in to your path
Ken, there is a lot you can do.
I'd claim that you can make sure that you are in the correct position (for avoidance, view and being seem), responsive gear, speed etc. most of the time if you took a systematic approach to hazard avoidance.
According to the police most accidents can be avoided by any party.
I agree with you Ducatista, you can lower the risk of being involved in an accident by adopting the safe practices you mentioned.

Interestingly, the Police use the word “most” and not all with reference to the avoidance of accidents.