Defensive Driving Flashcards
In city driving, how far ahead would a 12
to 15 second eye lead time have you
scanning?
About 1 to 1 ½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45 degree eye scan?
It refers to scanning the area in
front of your vehicle from
sidewalk to sidewalk
What is the 3 x 5 test for brakes?
You pump the brake pedal three
times and hold it for five seconds
When passing or changing lanes, what
should you do to check the traffic coming
up behind you?
Check both your rear-view and
side view mirrors, then turn your
head 90 degrees to look over your
shoulder
What is your safety perimeter?
It’s the 360-degree safety space
cushion around your vehicle.
Complete the following formula:
Space + Visibility = ?
time
What is the rule for determining the
proper following distance?
The 3 to 4 second rule
Which brake type should you use a
steady firm pressure when braking hard?
ABS brakes
What is the “Rear Tire Rule”?
When stopped behind a vehicle at
an intersection, you should be
able to see the rear tires of the
front vehicle touching the ground
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 keep your
foot on brake
When the weather turns road conditions
slick, the appropriate precaution is to?
Slow down and avoid braking in a
turn or on a curve, if possible
How should your front wheels be
positioned when parked on an uphill
grade with a curb?
Turned away from the curb
What can you do if you feel your frustration
or anger growing?
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.
What am I responsible for when I drive a
vehicle?
Your own life and the lives of others in
the vicinity
Comcast’s equipment and reputation
Aggressive Driving:
Driving in a selfish manner without regarding others’ safety Trying to intimidate or “better” another driver A ticketable offence
Road Rage:
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
What are some signs of Aggressive
Driving?
Speeding Lane blocking Following too closely Ignoring traffic signals Maneuvering around traffic without using turn signals Blocking intersections
What are 3 personal factors that affect your
ability to drive a vehicle?
Sick, tired, family problems
(angry with spouse/children/friend), work problems (conflict
with co-worker), late for appointment, drugs/alcohol.
What are some external factors that can affect your
driving experience?
Other drivers’ personal factors,
pedestrians, children playing nearby, weather, poor
visibility, driving conditions.
What can be affected when you are not in 100%
condition to drive a vehicle?
Other people’s lives around
you, Comcast’s equipment, and/or damaging the
environment
how do you test the parking brake?
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.
What is a typical symptom of low power steering
fluid?
Grinding sound when turning
What are some common driving aids and how can
they assist you?
The horn: alert other drivers of danger,
lights, reflectors, mirrors and windows: ability to see and be
seen
12 to 15 second eye lead time allows you
to scan:
In city driving: 1 to 1½ blocks
On highway: about ¼ to ½ mile
Why should we check our mirrors regularly
if we’re not planning to change lanes, pass
or turn any time soon?
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.
What is the proper braking method for
each of the different types of brakes?
Drum Brakes
Disc Brakes
ABS System
what does a “stale” green light mean?
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.
While stopped at the intersection what
would the Left, Front, Right, Front, Left
Scanning pattern help you find?
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
What is the difference between friction
and traction?
Friction - the resisting force between two
surfaces sliding against each other.
Traction - the ability of two surfaces to grip
each other.
the most dangerous way to park.
angle parking
Allows you to see into the parking place
before parking and to search the driving
environment for possible hazards before
pulling out into traffic.
Parallel Parking
the safest way to park.
straight in parking
When pulling out, remember the three Ls:
Put on your LEFT turn signal
Check your LEFT mirror
Look over your LEFT shoulder
how many cones should be on a truck?
A service vehicle must carry at least 7
cones; a lift truck must carry 13 cones.
When should you NOT pass someone?
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.
What is an incident?
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
what are 3 factors that can cause driving distractions?
work order, map books, cell phones, laptops, radio,
eating/drinking/smoking,Aggressive Driving/Road Rage,Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) units
name 3 evasive maneuvers
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.
