Alertness Flashcards
what does a circular road sign mean
gives orders
what do triangle road signs tell you
give warnings
what do rectangular signs mean
give information
on a dual carriage way what is a central reservation
an area of land that separates opposing lanes of traffic
before you make a U-turn in the road you should
look over your shoulder for a final check
as you approach a bridge you should (3)
- slow down
- consider using your horn
- beware of pedestrians
in which of these situations should you avoid overtaking: just after a bend in a one way street on a 30 mph road approaching a dip in the road
approaching a dip in the road
this road marking warns
arrow on ground pointing from one lane to other
overtaking drivers to move back left as approaching junction and do not have time to overtake
your mobile phone rings while you are travelling you should
pull up in a suitable place
why are these yellow lines painted across the road
to make you aware of your speed
you are approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time you should
be ready to stop
what should you do before stopping?
use the mirrors
when following a large vehicle you should keep well back because this
allows the driver to see you in the mirrors
when you see a hazard ahead why should you use the mirrors
to asses how your actions will affect following traffic
you are waiting to turn right at the end of the road. Your view is obstructed by parked vehicles. What should you do?
stop and then move forward slowly and carefully for a proper view
objects hanging from your interior mirror may (2)
restrict your view
distract your attention
on a long motorway journey boredom can cause you to feel sleepy. You should (2)
leave the motorway and find a safe place to stop and ensure a supply of fresh air into your vehicle
you are driving at dusk. You should switch your lights on (2)
even when street lights are not lit and so others can see you
what four things are most likely to cause you to lose concentration whilst you are driving
using a mobile phone, talking into a microphone, tuning your car radio and looking at your map
you should only use your mobile phone when
suitably parked
you are driving on a wet road. You have to stop your vehicle in an emergency you should
keep both hands on the wheel
when you are moving off from behind a parked car you should (3)
look round before you move off
use all mirrors on the vehicle
give signal if necessary
you are travelling along a narrow country road. when passing the cyclist you should go
slowly leaving plenty of room
your vehicle is fitted with a hand held telephone. to use the telephone you should
find a safe place to stop
you lose your way on a busy road. What is the best action to tale
turn into a side road and stop and check a map
windscreen pillars can obstruct your view. You should take particular care when
approaching bends and junctions
you cannot see clearly behind you when reversing. What should you do
ask someone to guide you
what does the term blind spot mean
an area not covered by your mirrors
using a hands free phone is likely to
divert your attention
you are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What should you do before emerging
check the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle
you are waiting to emerge from a junction. The windscreen pillar is restricting your view. What should you be particularly aware of
motorcyclists
your vehicle is fitted with a navigation system. How should you avoid letting this distract you when driving
stop in a safe place before using the system
Case study:
James has a two hour drive to make on a motorway. He has a cold and his nose is also slightly blocked. He takes an off the shelf cold remedy to help reduce his symptoms. Its a cold and dull day and the car heater is on. James also turns on his dipped headlights. An hour into the boring journey James begins to feel drowsy.
What information should James check on the medication?
Why would James be using lights in daylight?
How’s the boring journey physically affecting James?
What should James do about his condition?
How could James help himself stay alert in the short term?
- information about the medication causing drowsiness
- to maximise his visibility to others
- he becomes drowsy
- stop in a service area, drink a caffeinated drink and then rest
- open the window
