Defensive Driving

Question 1

In city driving, how far ahead would a 12
to 15 second eye lead time have you
scanning?

Answer 1

About 1 to 1 ½ blocks ahead

Question 2

What is meant by a 45 degree eye scan?

Answer 2

It refers to scanning the area in
front of your vehicle from
sidewalk to sidewalk

Question 3

What is the 3 x 5 test for brakes?

Answer 3

You pump the brake pedal three

times and hold it for five seconds

Question 4

When passing or changing lanes, what
should you do to check the traffic coming
up behind you?

Answer 4

Check both your rear-view and
side view mirrors, then turn your
head 90 degrees to look over your
shoulder

Question 5

What is your safety perimeter?

Answer 5

It’s the 360-degree safety space

cushion around your vehicle.

Question 6

Complete the following formula:

Space + Visibility = ?

Answer 6

time

Question 7

What is the rule for determining the

proper following distance?

Answer 7

The 3 to 4 second rule

Question 8

Which brake type should you use a

steady firm pressure when braking hard?

Answer 8

ABS brakes

Question 9

What is the “Rear Tire Rule”?

Answer 9

When stopped behind a vehicle at
an intersection, you should be
able to see the rear tires of the
front vehicle touching the ground

Question 10

What is the most important rule to

remember concerning right-of-way?

Answer 10

Never assume or demand the right
of way; always be prepared to
stop if necessary

Question 11

What is the most basic rule concerning

left turns?

Answer 11

When stopped, keep your front
wheels straight and keep your
foot on brake

Question 12

When the weather turns road conditions

slick, the appropriate precaution is to?

Answer 12

Slow down and avoid braking in a

turn or on a curve, if possible

Question 13

How should your front wheels be
positioned when parked on an uphill
grade with a curb?

Answer 13

Turned away from the curb

Question 14

What can you do if you feel your frustration

or anger growing?

Answer 14

Stop and pull over if you can.
Count to 10, do some deep breathing,
consciously think about something less stressful.
Try to relax and cool off.

Question 15

What am I responsible for when I drive a

vehicle?

Answer 15

Your own life and the lives of others in
the vicinity
Comcast’s equipment and reputation

Question 16

Aggressive Driving:

Answer 16

Driving in a selfish manner without
regarding others’ safety
Trying to intimidate or “better” another
driver
A ticketable offence

Question 17

Road Rage:

Answer 17

Using a vehicle as a weapon with intent
to harm
Physical assault of a person or vehicle as
a result of a traffic accident
A criminal offence

Question 18

What are some signs of Aggressive

Driving?

Answer 18

Speeding
Lane blocking
Following too closely
Ignoring traffic signals
Maneuvering around traffic without using
turn signals
Blocking intersections

Question 19

What are 3 personal factors that affect your

ability to drive a vehicle?

Answer 19

Sick, tired, family problems
(angry with spouse/children/friend), work problems (conflict
with co-worker), late for appointment, drugs/alcohol.

Question 20

What are some external factors that can affect your

driving experience?

Answer 20

Other drivers’ personal factors,
pedestrians, children playing nearby, weather, poor
visibility, driving conditions.

Question 21

What can be affected when you are not in 100%

condition to drive a vehicle?

Answer 21

Other people’s lives around
you, Comcast’s equipment, and/or damaging the
environment

Question 22

how do you test the parking brake?

Answer 22

After you set the parking brake, you place the
vehicle in gear and apply a small amount of
power. The parking brake should keep the
vehicle from moving. If it doesn’t, notify your
supervisor.

Question 23

What is a typical symptom of low power steering

fluid?

Answer 23

Grinding sound when turning

Question 24

What are some common driving aids and how can

they assist you?

Answer 24

The horn: alert other drivers of danger,
lights, reflectors, mirrors and windows: ability to see and be
seen

Question 25

12 to 15 second eye lead time allows you

to scan:

Answer 25

In city driving: 1 to 1½ blocks

On highway: about ¼ to ½ mile

Question 26

Why should we check our mirrors regularly
if we’re not planning to change lanes, pass
or turn any time soon?

Answer 26

Checking your mirrors regularly lets
you know if any vehicles are moving into your
blind spots or if any vehicles are moving up on
you quickly.

Question 27

What is the proper braking method for

each of the different types of brakes?

Answer 27

Drum Brakes
Disc Brakes
ABS System

Question 28

what does a “stale” green light mean?

Answer 28

a green traffic signal that has been in
its current state for a period of time. A stale
green traffic signal may suddenly turn yellow as
you approach without sufficient time to stop.

Question 29

While stopped at the intersection what
would the Left, Front, Right, Front, Left
Scanning pattern help you find?

Answer 29

The same things you were looking at when
approaching the intersection.
In summary, look for the following when
approaching an intersection:
• Side/Cross street traffic
• Pedestrian traffic
• Stale green light
• Any fast approaching cross traffic
• Any turning cars coming toward you

Question 30

What is the difference between friction

and traction?

Answer 30

Friction - the resisting force between two
surfaces sliding against each other.
Traction - the ability of two surfaces to grip
each other.

Question 31

the most dangerous way to park.

Answer 31

angle parking

Question 32

Allows you to see into the parking place
before parking and to search the driving
environment for possible hazards before
pulling out into traffic.

Answer 32

Parallel Parking

Question 33

the safest way to park.

Answer 33

straight in parking

Question 34

When pulling out, remember the three Ls:

Answer 34

Put on your LEFT turn signal
Check your LEFT mirror
Look over your LEFT shoulder

Question 35

how many cones should be on a truck?

Answer 35

A service vehicle must carry at least 7

cones; a lift truck must carry 13 cones.

Question 36

When should you NOT pass someone?

Answer 36

You should not
pass someone when you can’t see 12-15 seconds ahead, on
bridges, in tunnels, railroad crossings, and/or a solid barrier
lines.

Question 37

What is an incident?

Answer 37

An incident is an unplanned event that has the
potential to produce personal injury and/or
property damage. Accident types can be
grouped into the following recognized
categories:
• Motor Vehicle Collision
• General Liability (including property
damage and bodily injury to a third party,
but excluding injuries sustained as a
result of a motor vehicle collision.
• Employee Injury

Question 38

what are 3 factors that can cause driving distractions?

Answer 38

work order, map books, cell phones, laptops, radio,

eating/drinking/smoking,Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) units

Question 39

name 3 evasive maneuvers

Answer 39

Accelerate to 20 MPH or less;
Look down the lane – high eye lead time;
Do not anticipate;
Do not stare at the cone barrier;
Proper hand position;
Give the left or right turn command;
Do not give the command at less than 50 feet;
Do not snap back if the turn is started in
wrong direction;
Stop after each pass and critique the student’s
performance.