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My point, flippant as it may be, was that pointless rearward checks were not part of the training, nor would they be good advice. I used to only look over the shoulder when negotiating lateral moves and would often, perhaps due to my bad hearing, be surprised by a scooter or cyclist or even a black cab buzzing by.
I think looking over one's shoulder does not preclude looking ahead for potholes, children, stray dogs etc. I have two eyes only and whilst on the road I must use them to be fully aware of what is ahead, aside and behind me.