Alertness Flashcards
What should people be aware of when driving?
a) Other road users
b) Pedestrians
c) signs and road markings
d) weather conditions
e) The area
What should you do before you start driving?
a) Use your mirrors to check your surroundings
b) Look around you and check blind spots
c) Signal if necessary
What are blind spots?
Any area that is hidden from the driver by either the car’s bodywork or not covered by mirrors.
What should you do if you cannot see behind you when reversing?
Ask someone to guide you
What should you do if your view is blocked by parked cars when you are coming out of a junction?
Move forward slowly and carefully until you have a clear view
What should you check before overtaking?
a) It’s safe, legal and necessary
b) You have enough time to complete
What should you do to show other drivers that you are there?
a) Switch on lights when it’s getting dark
b) Use your horn in places you cannot be seen
The purpose of circle signs
They give orders
The purpose of triangle signs
They give warnings
The purpose of rectangle signs
They give information
What should you do when turning right onto a dual carriageway?
Check the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle to stop in
What to do if there’s not enough space for your vehicle on a dual carriageway
Only emerge when it’s clear both to the right and left
What is a dual carriageway?
A road that has a central reservation to separate the carriageways
What is a central reservation?
An area of land that separates opposing lanes of traffic
In what conditions should you slow down and be particularly aware of your surroundings?
a) When the weather is very wet or windy
b) The light is poor
c) Traffic volume is heavy
Who should drivers watch out for?
a) pedestrians (especially younger, elderly or disabled)
b) Cyclists
c) Motorcyclists
d) horses
How much space should you leave when overtaking a cyclist at speeds up to 30mph?
1.5 metres
At what speed should vehicles pass a horse?
Under 10mph
How much space should the vehicle leave when passing a horse?
at least 2 metres
What should you do when breaking?
Keep both hands on the wheel
What should you do if you feel tired on the motorway?
Leave at the next exit and find a safe and legal space to stop and rest.
When should you use a mobile phone?
When you are parked legally in a safe place
