Alertness Flashcards
What does it take in order for you to drive safely
Concentration
- Look around and assess the changing situations as you drivw
- Awareness of traffic
Before carrying out any manoeuvre such as moving off, stopping , turning or changing lanes. What should you do.
- Use your mirrors to assess how your actions will affect traffic behind you
- Look around for a final check (windscreen pillars can obstruct your view)
- Signal if necessary
What can you do if you cannot see behind you when reversing?
Ask a reliable person to guide you
What do you do if you cannot see when emerging a junction because your view is obstructed by parked cars?
Move forward slowly and carefully until you can get a proper view
Before you overtake what should you look for?
- If you have a clear view of the road ahead - there shouldn’t be any bends or dips
- If you have enough time to complete the manoeuvre safely
What should you do when it starts to get dark
Switch on your lights even if the street lights are not on so other road users know that your there
What should you do where you cannot be seen, such as at a hump bridge
- Use your horn so other road users know that you there
When looking at road signs and markings which gives you information about any hazards what should you do?
- Follow the advice on the sign and marking
-Slow down if necessary (watch other road users and anticipate their actions
When turning right onto a dual carriageway what do you do
First check that the central observation is wide enough for your vehicle
When Following a large vehicle what should you do?
Staying back - as it will you see the road more clearly. if you cannot see the vehicle’s mirrors, the driver may not be able to see you or know you’re there
Drivers must be aware of other, more vulnerable road users and these are…?
-Pedestrians especially where they may be hidden or approaching a crossing
-Cyclists - Always pass slowly and leave plenty of room
- Motorcyclists - Who may be obscured by your Windscreen pillar
When approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time what should you do?
- Be prepared to stop because they may change
What should you do when have to stop quickly in an emergency?
-Keep both hands on the wheel as you brake to keep control of your vehicle
Why should you always plan your journeys?
-So you know which route to take
-Have regular rest stops
Easy to fall asleep on the motorway at night what is the advice you should follow?
-Do not drive continuously for more than hours
- Keep fresh air circulating in the car
- If you start to feel drowsy, leave at the next exit
- Find a safe and legal place to stop and take a break
Distractions that can take place when driving?
- Arguments or joking
- Loud Music
- Talking into a microphone
- looking into a map
- start or adjust any music or radio
is it illegal to use your mobile phone when driving
yes makes sure you are parked legally before you go online, send and receive texts, make any calls and retrieve messages
