Advanced Driving Theory Flashcards
(28 cards)
What is the average driver reaction time?
0.75 - 1 second
DEFINITION - DRIVER REACTION TIME
The time that passes from the moment that the driver observes the need for the action and the time he/she takes that action.
STATIONARY HANG BACK
The distance that you stop from the rear of the vehicle in front of you. You should position your vehicle so that you can see the rear tyres of the vehicle in front of you in contact with the road surface.
What varies thinking distance?
- Speed of the vehicle
- Mental & physical condition of the driver
- Degree of concentration which is given to the driving
Order for making a turn
- Course select
- Mirrors & signals
- Right & left checks
- Brakes
- Right & left checks
- Gears & Mirrors
- Shoulder check
- Evasive action (break/accelerate)
- Acceleration points/skidding points
Seven features for making a lane change
- Course select
- Mirrors & signals
- Shoulder check
- Reassess
- Diverge into chosen Lane
- Once fully in chosen lane, check mirrors
- Cancel signals
Rule 305 - Exemption for drivers of police vehicles
1) a provisuon of the Australian road rules doesn’t apply to the driver over a police vehicle if:
A) in the circumstances:
i) driver is taking REASONABLE CARE; &&
ii) it’s reasonable that the provision should not apply; &&
B) if the vehicle is a motor vehicle that is moving - the vehicle is DISPLAYING a BLUE OR RED FLASHING LIGHT OR SOUNDING AN ALARM
Rule 305
When does subrule (1)(b) does not apply to the driver?
If in the circumstances, it is reasonable:
a) not to display the light or sound the alarm; or
b) for the vehicle not to be fitted or equipped with a blue or red flashing light or an alarm
What causes a front wheel skid?
Excessive speed
Course steering
How do you eliminate a front wheel skid?
Remove foot off accelerator, and at the same time,
Straighten the front wheels, and
Once traction has been reestablished,
Renegotiate the hazard
What causes an All Wheel Skid?
Excessive or sudden braking
How to rectify an All Wheel skid
Ease pressure of the brake pedal
Allow rolling motion to be regained
Reapply brake and
Avoid relocking
Causes of an Rear wheel skid
Excessive speed
Course steering in relation to speed which in itself is not excessive, rough acceleration
How to rectify a Rear Wheel skid?
Remove foot off the accelerator
At the same time, steer in the direction of the slide.
Be aware of secondary flick.
Following distance in Good condition (normal driving)
2 seconds
Following distance in Adverse Conditions (normal driving)
4 seconds
SVC for corners and bends. All corners and bends demand the application of the following principles:
- Vehicle to take the corner under the influence of progressive acceleration whenever possible - not rolling round while decelerating, nor being wrenched round with the brakes on.
- vehicle to be in the right place on the road
- travelling at right speed
- correct gear engaged for speed.
3 rules for braking
- Brake only when travelling straight
- Let brake pressure vary with condition of road surface
- When descending steep whinging hill, maintain firm braking on straight stretched, and lightly as possibly in bends/corners
What isn’t a rule for braking
Ensure your threshold brake at every opportunity
What isn’t a cause of fatigue?
Hydration
Balanced diet
What are causes of fatigue?
Lack of quality sleep
Time of day
Length of time performing task
Sleeping disorders
When driving on an unsealed road, what vehicle would you use?
4WD
What are indicators of fatigue?
Constant yawning
Drifting over lanes
Sore eyes
Struggle keeping head up
Delayed reaction
Daydreaming
Difficulty remembering last KMs
Variations in driving speed
