5) Driver training Flashcards
Define rule 306
Exemption for drivers of emergency vehicles.
Under rule 306 an ACTF&R driver of an appliance responding to an incident may drive without following normal road rules, but is still legally bound to drive in a safe manner. This includes, but is not limited to driving through red lights, driving against normal traffic directions, crossing median strips, and avoiding red light or speed camera offences.
Define rule 307
Stopping and parking exemptions for police and emergency vehicles and authorised persons.
Under rule 307 an ACTF&R driver who i the driver of an appliance that has responded to an incident may stop or park without the normal restrictions applying.
Define rule 78
Keeping clear of police and emergency vehicles.
Under rule 78 other vehicle drivers should move out of the way of responding emergency vehicles. They must do this as soon as it is safe to do so, and may break road rules in order to keep clear. You should be prepared for unpredictable driver behaviour, as many drivers have never experienced emergency responce vehicles and may panic, or not know what to do.
Define rule 79
Giving way to police and emergency vehicles.
Under rule 79 other vehicle drivers should give way to responding emergency vehicles. They must do this by remaining stopped, or slowing, and may break road rules in order to give way. You should be prepared for unpredictable driver behaviour, as many drivers have never experienced emergency response vehicles and may be trying to give way without knowing your intentions.
Other vehicle drivers should never be forced out of the way, it must be their choice to take the action that they see as safe in the circumstances.
Define rule 304
Direction by a police officer or authorised person.
A person must obey any reasonable direction for the safe and efficient regulation of traffic given to the person by a police officer or authorised person, whether or not the person may contravene another provision of these Rules by obeying the direction.
Necessary elements to establish negligence
The existence of a duty of care owed.
A breach of the duty of care.
Damage or injury suffered.
The damage or injury must be as a result of the negligence. (causation)
Can a driver under UDD do anything
No - Under rule 306 they can break road rules.
But at all times they still owe a duty of care to everyone around them and must take all necessary steps to keep everyone safe at all times.
What to do if you have a accident whilst driving ACTF&R appliance
Write a detailed record in your contemporaneous notebook. Do not admit liability. Exchange details. SO advise COMCEN of accident details. Driver relived pending investigation. Commander notified. Driver training notified. Investigation conducted. Driver reinstatement or reassessment.
What is attitude defined as
Mental position regarding a person or thing.
A feeling or emotion concerning some fact.
A reflection of a person’s character or personality.
Main factors that affect a drivers behaviour
Judgement. Habits. Skills. Experience. Ability. Concentration. Age. Driver education.
Influences that can temporarily change a drivers behaviour
Alcohol or drugs. Emotions. Fatigue. Patience. Health. Absent mindedness. Road accidents. Stress factors. Confidence level. Financial worries. Working conditions.
A proactive driver has high levels of
Observation. Concentration. Anticipation. Judgement. Commonsense. Courtesy.
When sitting in the drivers seat what 4 things do you check first
Seat position.
Steering wheel position.
Mirror position.
Seatbelt.
What to check on the truck before driving
Engine Oil. Engine coolant. Clutch fluid. Brake fluid. Power steering fluid. Windscreen condition. Current rego. Leaks. Lights, Beacon, Siren. Vehicle posture, leaks and load. Wheels and tyres.
Where do you start a vehicle check
Near side headlight and work around anti-clockwise.
