Chapter 7, 8 and 9 Flashcards
Is it legal to use a cellular phone while driving?
No! You cannot use any electronic device while driving.
What is the “two second” rule?
It is used to make sure that you are not following too closely behind a vehicle.
It is calculated by:
- Watching when the back of the vehicle ahead of you passes a fixed object.
- Count one-thousand-and-one, one-thousand-and-two.
- If you pass the same object before you are finished counting, you are following too closely.
What is a space cushion?
It is the space between you and the vehicle ahead, behind and to either side. It allows you to stop safely or steer around a possible hazard.
Hazards can be:
Fixed- those that do not change (e.g., hills, curves, intersections, or merging roadways).
Variable- Those that do change (e.g., children, icy roads, left - turning vehicles or emergency vehicles).
Why should you show extra caution when sharing the road with bicycles and motorcycles?
Bicycles:
- They do not have brake lights to warn you when they are stopping
- You may not notice them when you are turning right. Be sure to shoulder check your blind spot to the right
- Cyclists may not notice you when you open your door after parking, so always check for a cyclist who may ride up beside your vehicle
Motorcycles:
- They often drive in the left portion of the lane - never share a lane with a motorcycle
- Their turn signals can be hard to see
- They can stop very quickly so allow extra following space
- Motorcyclists can lose control in poor weather or road conditions
What rules apply to funeral processions?
If you are driving in a funeral procession:
- You may follow the procession through an intersection without stopping, if it is safe to do so
- You must have your headlights on, and you must be following right behind the vehicle ahead in the procesion
Do not pass through a funeral procession; yield the right-of-way until it has passed
What do you do if you see a school bus stopped on a non-divided highway?
If alternating amber lights - pass with extreme caution and be prepared to stop.
If alternating red lights - do not pass. Stop 20 m or 20m in front (depending which way you are traveling).
What do you do if you see a school bus stopped on a divided highway?
- If alternating amber lights - pass with extreme caution and be prepared to stop
- If alternating red lights - drivers on the same side cannot pass. Stop 20 m behind. Drivers on the opposing side can proceed with caution.
What are the laws regarding alcohol use and driving?
- Drivers in the GDL program cannot consume any alcohol before driving. If you do, you will have your operator’s license privileges suspended immediately for 30 days
- Fully licensed drivers who provide a breath sample between .05 and .08 are subject to immediate license suspensions, towing and impound charges and vehicle seizures
- Any drivers who provide a breath sample over .08 or who refuse to provide a breath sample are committing a criminal offence.
How many demerit points are deducted from a graduated drivers licence when an offence has been committed?
Same as for a fully licensed driver, but you will also lose 2 points for:
- Driving between midnight and 5 am (Class 7 only)
- Having more passengers than seatbelts
- SUpervising when not fully qualified (i.e., acting as a supervisor to an individual with a Class 7 license).
Note: If you accumulate (i.e., build up) 8 or more demerit points within a 2 year period, your operators license will be suspended. For fully licensed drivers, a suspension will occur with 15 or more demerit points.
What are the legal consequences of driving with a BAC level over .08?
The driver will be charged and faces an immediate license suspension, towing and impound charges, and vehicle seizure.
If found guilty, first time offenders face:
- One year license suspension
- Mandatory participation in the “Ignition Interlock Program” for one year
- Completion of the “Planning Ahead” impaired driving course
