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New solo drivers are how many times more likely to be involved in casualty crashes than more experienced drivers?
3 times more likely
What is the minimum amount of time a driver must spend on their P1 licence if they have a good record?
12 months
What is the minimum amount of time a driver must spend on their P2 licence if they have a good record?
3 years
How many hours must be completed at night on your learner licence?
10 hours
From what distance must the L-plate be able to be seen?
20m away
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration
What is BAC?
The measure of the amount of alcohol you have in your blood
For how long do you have to hold learner licence before applying for a probationary licence?
at least 12 months for people under 18, at least 6 months for people aged 21 to 25, and at least 3 months for people aged 25 and above
What is a continuous period?
Permit must not have been broken by a suspension, cancellation or a break in continuity, such as allowing the permit to expire before regaining a new permit
What is a potential hazard?
Anything in the road environment that could present a danger or a risk while driving
What are dual controls?
Additional pedal(s) on the passenger side for use by the accompanying driver
What are the restriction regarding passengers for P-platers?
Only allowed to carry one passenger between the age of 16 and 22 unless it is an immediate family member or a full licensed supervisor
What is the BAC for learner and probationary licence holders?
0.00 BAC
What is the BAC for full licence holders?
0.05 BAC
Drivers aged … are more involved in crashes than other drivers?
18-25
What is a head check?
Looking over your shoulder to see things through the rear side windows
Solo drivers with 120 hours have …. % lower risk than drivers with 50 hours
30%
What is hazard perception?
Ability to:
- identify possible risks/dangers around you
- Assess the level of risk and predict what might happen
- respond in a way and in time to avoid or deal with these potential hazards.
What is more important: hazard perception or reaction time?
Hazard perception
What is the only way to see blind spots?
Through head checks
What is a scan?
Taking in the road scene around you by looking ahead, to the sides and in rear view mirrors
Where should you be able to see in your side mirrors?
Edge of car (rear door handles)
What to do if brakes fail?
- pump on brake hard and fast
- apply hand brake so car doesn’t skid
- change to lower gear and honk
- steer to avoid collision
0.05 BAC has … the risk of crashing compared to 0.00 BAC
double
