5. hazard awareness

Question 1

what are the different types of hazard? (3)

Answer 1

• static hazards e.g. roundabouts and junctions
• moving hazards e.g. other road users
• road and weather conditions

Question 2

what are the different types of static hazards?

Answer 2

• bends
• junctions
• roundabouts
• parked vehicles
• skips
• roadworks
• traffic calming
• crossings
• traffic lights

Question 3

what should you ask yourself if you see a sign for a bend?

Answer 3

what if theres a pedestrian or obstruction just around the bend - would i be able to stop in time and safely?

Question 4

how can parked cars be a hazard?

Answer 4

• children dashing out between them
• car doors opening
• cars moving away

Question 5

what should you look out for near schools?

Answer 5

flashing amber lights showing children may be crossing

Question 6

why should you take extra care on two-way roads with a third lane in the center?

Answer 6

as traffic from both directions can use it to overtake

Question 7

if you see a hazard or obstruction ahead on a motorway or dual carriageway ahead what should you do?

Answer 7

briefly warn the traffic behind you using your hazard lights

Question 8

when should you turn on yout hazard warning lights?

Answer 8

if your vehicle has broken down and is causing an obstruction

Question 9

at some bridges what may some high vehicles need to do?

Answer 9

use the centre of the road to be able to pass underneath

Question 10

what types of vehicles will have signs on the back of them?

Answer 10

• road maintenance
• large goods vehicles over 13m long
• vehicles carrying hazardous chemicals

Question 11

when should you not overtake?

Answer 11

• if turning left shortly afterwards?
• if signs and road markings prohibit this
• when approaching a junction
• when the view ahead is blocked

Question 12

how do you prevent a car travelling too close behind you?

Answer 12

• move over if you can

- create more space between you and the car infront