BRBA_DefDr Flashcards
New employees must be certified in defensive driving within this time
90 days from date of hire
a new hire must pass Defensive Driving with a minimum passing score of
92%
Re-certification of Defensive Driving is required in these instances
every 3 years, after a vehicle accident, or as required by your system/division.
In city driving, how far ahead would a 12 to 15 second eye lead time have you scanning?
About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is the 3x5 test for brakes
You pump the brake pedal 3 times and hold it for 5 seconds
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan?
Scanning the area in front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what 3 things should you do to check the traffic coming up behind you?
Check your rear-view mirror, do a 45-degree scan using your side-view mirrors, then do a 90-degree head check
This is the formula used for calculating reaction time
Space + Visibility = Time
The 360-degree safety space cushion around your vehicle is called
Safety perimeter
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance?
The 3 to 4 second rule
For which brake type should you use a steady firm pressure when braking hard?
ABS brakes
When stopped at an intersection, you should be able to see this part of the vehicle in front of you
Rear tires
When the weather turns the road conditions slick, the appropriate precaution is to
Slow down and avoid braking in a turn or on a curve
What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way?
Never assume or demand the right-of-way; always be prepared to stop, if necessary
What is the most basic rule concerning left turns?
When stopped, keep your front wheels straight and foot on brake
what is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries while driving
Wearing your seatbelt
Stop and pulling over, counting to 10, and thinking about something less stressful are some things you can do to deal with this
Frustration/ anger behind the wheel
Pay day, Social functions, and romance can positively affect this while driving
Your attitude
It is best to do this with your problems before driving
leave them at home
A vehicle driven with care may project this onto others
a positive attitude
In the event that you are currently driving when a conflict/illness surfaces you should
pull over to the side of the road to eliminate being a threat to others
There are four ways you can prevent an illness, list 2
healthy diet, exercising, getting enough rest, and following the advice of a physician.
to avoid Drowsiness you should avoid consuming this at night
Caffeine
This can be classified as an agitated state of aggressive driving
Road rage