attitude Flashcards
how should you not drive?
in a competitive way as it increases risks for road users
what should you do when passing a horse?
-keep speed down
-give them lots of room
if there are sheep on the road, what should you prepare to do?
stop and switch of engine
if yout driving a slow vehicle and have created a que, that should you do?
-pull over as soon as you can safely
-let traffic pass
how can you help other road users?
-signalling correctly
-taking up correct positioning at junction
in dry conditions, what is the safe distance to be behind a car?
2 seconds
in wet conditions, what is the safe distance to be behind a car?
four seconds
why shouldnt you be taligating
-very dangerous
- intimidates driver infront of you
why should you keep well back from large vehicles?
-so you cab see further down road
-be prepared for hazards
what should you do if a driver is following you to closely?
gradually slow down to increase gap between you and vehicle
what should you do if a road user cuts infront of you?
drop back until youve resoterd you margin of saftey
how should you act towards other road users?
patient
when should you sound your horn?
if theres danger others need to know about
when should you dip your headlights?
-following another vehicle
-meeting another vehicle
what brake should you use at night?
parking brake/ hand brake