Alertness Flashcards
What do you need to do to be able to drive safely?
Look around constantly and assess the changing situations as you driive
Be aware of all the traffic around you.
Define manoeuvre
Moving off, Stopping, Turnng or Changing lanes
What should you do before you carry out a manoeuvre?
Use your mirrors to assess how your actions will affect traffic behind you
Look around for a final check
Signal if necessary
What should you remember when doing a final check?
Windscreen pillars can obstruct your view
What should you do if you cannot see behind you when reversing?
Ask a reliable person to guide you
What should you do if you cannot see when emerging from a junction?
(View obstructed from parked cars)
Move forward slowly and carefully until you can get a proper view
What should you ensure before you overtake?
You have a clear view of the road ahead - no bends and dips
You have enough time to complete the manoeuvre safely
How can you make sure other road users know you’re there?
Switch on your lights when it gets dark, even if the street lights aren’t on
When you cannot be seen (e.g b hump bridge), consider using your horn)
What is the purpose of road signs and markings?
They give you information about any hazards
What should you do if you see any road signs or markings?
Follow their advice
Slow down, if necessary
Why do you need to watch other road users?
To try to anticipate their actions so you’re ready if you need to slow down or change directions
What do you do if you’re trying to turn right on a dual carriageway?
First check the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle
What should you do if you’re following a large vehicle?
Stay well back
Why should you stay back when following a large vehicle?
So the driver can see you in their mirrors, and so you can see the road ahead more clearly
What are the three different vulnerable road users?
Pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists
When should you particularly watch out for pedestrians?
When they may be hidden or approaching a crossing
What should you do when approaching a cyclist?
Always pass slowly and leave plenty of room
When should you particularly watch out for motorcyclists?
When they may be obscured by your windscreen pillar
Why should you be cautious of green traffic lights?
Be prepared to stop if they’ve been green for some time
Why should you always remain vigilant when driving?
No matter how prepared you are, you may still need to stop quickly in an emergency
What should you do if you need to stop quickly?
Keep both hands on the wheel as you brake to keep control of our vehicle
Why should you plan your journey?
You know which route to take
You can have regular rest stops
How do you ensure you do not become tired on a motorway?
Don’t drive continuously for more than 2 hours
Ensure you have a fresh supply of air
What do you do if you feel tired on the motorway?
Leave at the next exit. Find a safe place to stop and have a short nap.
What may distract you from driving?
Arguing or joking passengers
Loud music
Why does arguing or joking affect your driving?
It’ll take your mind off of driving
Why does loud music affect your driving?
It’ll affect your concentration, and make it difficult for you to hear sounds outside the car
What other things may distract you from driving?
Objects hanging in the car
Starting/Adjusting music or the radio
Looking at the map
Talking into a microphone
How far can you travel in a second, at 60mph?
27 metres
Why is using a mobile phone whilst driving illegal?
You are 4x more likely to have a collision
What should you do with your phone whilst driving?
Switch it off, and use voicemail
What should you do when you want to use your phone whilst driving?
Park in a safe and proper place before sending/receiving texts, making calls or retrieving messages
What should you do if you’re driving on the motorway and want to use your phone?
Leave the motorway and stop in a safe place
What should you do if you need to use your car’s navigation system?
Stop in a safe place before programming the system
What should you do if you get lost whilst driving?
Turn into a side road as soon as possible, stop and check a map
Is it OK to use a ‘hands-free’ phone whilst driving?
It’s safer to not use a phone at all.
It can still distract you.
I’ve seen yellow lines painted at intervals across the road. What do they mean?
They encourage drivers to reduce their speed. They may be red.
When do you see yellow lines painted at intervals?
On the approach to:
Hazards ( e.g. roundabout)
Reduced Speed Limit
What does the term ‘blind spot’ mean?
They’re areas that can’t be seen either when using normal forward vision, or when using mirrors.
