Exam 3 Flashcards

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding parking within a controlled zone?

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Park within a controlled (zigzag) zone area of a pedestrian crossing

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding parking in areas controlled by double white, red, or yellow lines?

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Park in areas controlled by double white, red, or yellow lines

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding parking offside during hours of darkness?

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Park offside during hours of darknes

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding parking or driving on a cycle track?

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Park or drive on a cycle track.

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding parking on the central reservation?

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Park on the central reservation, footway, verge

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding parking at a designated bus stop?

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Park at a designated bus stop

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding leaving the engine running?

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Leave the engine running while unattended.

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding clearways?

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Stopping on a clearway

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What is the routine exemption for ambulances regarding double parking or parking across a dropped kerb?

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Double park or park across a dropped kerb if required.

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances at red traffic lights?

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Treat red lights as give-way signs and proceed when safe.

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances regarding bus lanes?

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Rightful use bus lanes during their hours of operation.

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances using audible warnings at night?

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Use sirens and other audible warnings at night between 2330-0700

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances stopping in yellow box junctions?

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Stop in yellow box junctions when necessary.

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances traveling the incorrect side of keep left/right signs?

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Travel the incorrect side of ‘keep left’ or ‘keep right’ signs when necessary.

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances regarding motorway regulations?

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Motorway regulations

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances entering a pedestrian precinct?

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Enter pedestrian precincts.

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What is the emergency exemption for ambulances exceeding speed limits?

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Exceed statutory speed limits.

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When claiming an exemption, what must the exemption be?

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All exemptions must be safe, legal and justifiable

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3 types of hazards are

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Moving- pedestrians etc
Static (street furniture)
Environmental- weather, road conditions

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What is IPSGA

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Information, Position, Speed, Gear, Acceleration

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What is TUG

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Take , Use, Give.

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What is OAPDA

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Observe, Anticipate,Prioritise, Decide what to do, Act.

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Good ways to cope with Stress

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TR is good
T- Task focused Stress coping
R Re appraisal stress coping

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Bad ways of stress coping

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ACE is BAD
A- Avoidance
C- Confrontive
E- Emotional

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According to Rule 91 whats the recommended break to driving
Break of at least 15 minutes after every 2 hours driving
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Which of the following exemptions may ONLY be claimed when driving under emergency response conditions? a) Stopping on a clearway b) Parking within the controlled area of a pedestrian crossing c) Leaving the engine running while the vehicle is unattended d) Travelling on the incorrect side of a keep left sign
d) Travelling on the incorrect side of a keep left sign
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Vehicle daily inspections (VDIs) MUST be conducted in which of the following circumstances? 1) At the start of every shift 2) At the end of every shift 3) When switching vehicles during a shift 4) Before responding to any emergency response call
At the start of every shift and when switching vehicles during a shift.
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Which of the following is the best definition of a 'controlled motorway'? a) A motorway with three or more lanes, a hard shoulder and variable speed limits b) A motorway with three or more lanes, a hard shoulder and a fixed speed limit c) A motorway with three or more lanes, no hard shoulder and variable speed limits d) A motorway with three or more lanes, no hard shoulder and a fixed speed limit
A motorway with three or more lanes, a hard shoulder and variable speed limits.
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of automatic gearboxes? a) Run on b) Run off c) Creep d) Kick down
Kick down.
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In the context of processing information while driving, what does the acronym TUG stand for? a) Timing, understanding and generating b) Take, use and give c) Traffic, update and gain d) Task, use and gain
Take, use and give.
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When approaching a bend, the weather, road conditions and road markings should be utilised as what? a) Zones of visibility b) Stability features c) Observational clues d) The limit point
Observational clues .
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When driving at speeds of up to 30mph on a road, drivers should leave a distance of at least how much when overtaking motorcyclists and cyclists? a) 1 metre when overtaking motorcyclists and cyclists b) 1.5 metres when overtaking motorcyclists and cyclists c) 1.75 metres when overtaking motorcyclists and cyclists d) 2 metres when overtaking motorcyclists and cyclists
1.5 metres when overtaking motorcyclists and cyclists.
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During a manoeuvre, an ambulance vehicle driver can see the banksman holding both of her hands in a vertical position with palms facing each other, and a small space between them. What is she indicating? a) The banksman is providing a visual reference depicting the gap remaining b) The banksman wants the driver to stop driving c) The banksman wants the driver to move rearwards d) The banksman is indicating that she is no longer sure how the driver should proceed
The banksman is providing a visual reference depicting the gap remaining.
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Cruise control is an aid designed to maintain vehicle speed but should NOT be used when? a) Aiming to improve fuel economy b) Trying to reduce driver fatigue c) Driving under emergency response conditions d) Maintaining legal speed limits
Driving under emergency response conditions.
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According to Roadcraft, approximately what proportion of fatal road accidents are caused by drivers who have fallen asleep at the wheel? a) None b) One in four c) Three in four d) Two in four
One in four.
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Which of the following actions would be MOST effective in avoiding dazzle from other road users’ headlights? a) Looking towards the nearside edge of the road and reducing vehicle speed b) Looking towards the nearside edge of the road and increasing vehicle speed c) Looking towards the offside edge of the road and reducing vehicle speed d) Looking towards the offside edge of the road and increasing vehicle speed
Looking towards the nearside edge of the road and reducing vehicle speed.
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Which of the following best describes when an ambulance vehicle driver should use audible and visual warnings to facilitate safe progress? a) To warn other road users of their presence and intentions b) To intimidate stubborn road users who are blocking their route c) To ensure other road users are aware of their presence and legal entitlement to claim precedence d) To act as an escort for another ambulance carrying a category 1 patient
To warn other road users of their presence and intentions.
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Whats the I in IAMSAFE
I - Illness Are you experiencing any illness or medical condition that could impair your driving?
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Whats the A in IAMSAFE
A - Alcohol Have you consumed any alcohol that might affect your ability to drive safely?
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Whats the M in IAMSAFE
M - Medication Are you taking any medications that could cause drowsiness, delayed reactions, or other impairments?
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Whats the S in IAMSAFE
S - Stress Are you under significant stress that could distract you or impair your judgment while driving?
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Whats the second A in IAMSAFE
A - Attitude Do you have the right mindset or attitude to focus on driving safely?
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Whats the F in IAMSAFE
F - Fatigue Are you tired or fatigued, which could reduce your reaction times or awareness?
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Whats the E in IAMSAFE
E- Emotion Am I angry, depressed, or stressed. Could this lead me to take risks.
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Whats rule 149
You MUST exercise proper control of your vehicle at all times. You MUST NOT use a hand-held mobile phone, or similar device, when driving, or when supervising a learner driver
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Dot points for rule H2
At a junction, you should give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a road into which or from which you are turning." Key points: Drivers and riders MUST give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross at junctions. Pedestrians have priority when crossing or waiting to cross a side road, a zebra crossing, or a parallel crossing. Cyclists MUST give way to pedestrians on shared-use paths.
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What is Rule H3`
Drivers and motorcyclists should not cut across cyclists, horse riders, or horse-drawn vehicles when turning into or out of a junction or changing direction or lane.
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What is Rule 89
You must ensure your vehicle and trailer comply with the full requirements of the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations and Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations
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How many points can you gain in a 3 year period
12 or more penalty points within three years driver MUST be disqualified, for a minimum period of 6 months
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Max Penalty for speeding
1000 pounds. 3-6 penalty points
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Max penalty for drink driving
Prison- 6 months Max fine- Unlimited DQ- obligatory PP- 3-11
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When can we cross double whites? (8)
1- turn at a junction or into premises 2- pass a stationary vehicle 3- in order to avoid an accident 4- in order to pass a road maintenance vehicle that is in use moving 10mph or less 5- pass a pedal cycle 10mph or less 6- horse travelling 10mph or less 7- direction if police or traffic warden 8- circumstances outside of driver control
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Clearance for Cyclist
1.5 up to 30mph, more for speeds over 30
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When are Pax responsible for their own seatbelt?
Age 14
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How big should the gap to car in front be to stop safely
Dry - 2 seconds Wet - 4 seconds Ice - 10 seconds
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Rule H1
Hierarchy of road users All Road users should be considerate and responsible Horses- Dran carriage, walkers, cycles, bikes, cars, trucks
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How to Decide on a plan? (5)
What you can see what you cant see What you might expect to happen Which hazards are the greates risk What to do if things turn out differently?
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Approx safe stopping distance at 70mph
100m
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What are the 9 routine exemptions 6 Ps LSD
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List the 8 emergency exemptions
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6 physiological human factors
1. minor illnes 2. Medication 3. residual Blood alcohol 4. Low blood suger from not eating 5. hormonal mood swings 6. life stresses
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5 ways to combat stress
**1. Adjusst seat and steering wheel 2. Use techniques you learnt in training 3. Maintain calm profressional approach to your driving** 4. Learn techniques to help focus on driving amd swithc off other problems **5. Dont dwell on previous stressful experiences or earlier errors**
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What does EBA stand for
Emergency brake assist
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What does EBA do?
Operate during emergency braking. When brake is depressed quickly, the EBA automatically increases the brake pressure Reducing the stopping distance.
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What does ABS stand for
Anti-lock braking System
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What does ABS do
Applied brakes in a way to reduce wheel locking enabling you to steer and brake.
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What does electronic brake force distribution do
EBD controls the brake pressure to improve the vehicle handling while braking.
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What are some of the warning lights shown
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How is a retarder activated
Fully automatic and activated by depressing the brake pedal.
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What does acceleration skid control ASC or anti slip regulator ASR do?
Forms of traction control, ASR brakes individual drive wheels and limits the output of the drive system.
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What does ESC (emergency stability control) do
It is able to predict when the vehicle may under or oversteer. It works by braking individual wheels and reducing power output from the engine
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What is acceleration sense
the ability to vary a vehicle speed acording to changing road and traffic conditions using the accelerator alone **meaning less use of brake** (DTAG BOOK)
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Overall stopping distance for **20mph**
12m (40ft)
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Overall stopping distance for **30mph**
23m (75ft)
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Overall stopping distance for **40mph**
36m (118ft)
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Overall stopping distance for **50mph**
53m (175ft)
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Overall stopping distance for **60mph**
73m (240ft)
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Overall stopping distance for **70mph**
96m (315ft)
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Why conduct static brake test
to ensure there is no excessiv travel in the brak pedal that may indicate a leak in the hydrolic system or worn/defective pads.
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Why push the PAWL button on the handbrake
reduces wear and tear on the cable and brake mechanism
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what could happen when conducting moving brake test
Pulled to one side indicating a fault with the brakes, steering or tyres.
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What is the hours of Darkness
half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise **Rule 113 Highway code**
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What faults could render the vehicle unsuitable for ERD? (5)
- Fitting of audible warning instruments - Reflective material on rear of vehcile - Headlight flashing unit - Flashing blue/red equipment - Side reflective materials
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Why do we do comprehensive vehicle checks? (5)
Ensure the vehicle is - Safe - Roadworthy - Complies with Law - Complies with H&S regulations - Sets a good example
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VDI items to check (7)
- Exterior - Wheels and Tyres - Under Bonnet - Lights and Reflectors - Glass, wipers, washers - Audible warning equipment - Ambo Specific equipment
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Exterior Checks (6)
- Sits Level - No Fluids - Bodywork - Body Pannels allign and components secured - Doors - Fluorencent Tapes visible
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Wheels and Tyres Checks (5)
- Nuts - Cracks, buldges or damage - Treads - Pressure - No items trapped in any double wheel axels
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Under bonnet Checks (6)
- Park it Level - Oil -Coolant - Hydraulic Fluid - Brake Fluid - Windscreen Washer - AdBlue
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Lights and reflectors Check
Headlights Sidelights Daytime Running Fog Indicators Hazards Brake lights Rear Number plates Emergency warning lights Scene Lights Interior Lights
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Glass, wipers and washers Checks (6)
Clean No cracks or chips mirros clean Wipers work Washers Work Demisters and heaters work
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Check that the audible warning equipment works (5)
Horn Sirens Bull Horn Reversing Alarm Check exhaust noise is normal
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All lights, lamps and reflectors must be clean and in working order Except... (3)
Stopped working on current Journey Arrangments Have been made to fix it Towing a trailer which would obsucre the broken light anyway
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What colour reflectors are permitted for use on the rear of the ambo?
Red, Yellow or Orange
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What colour reflectors are permitted for use on the side of the ambo?
Amber yellow green or white Red within 1m of rear
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Pre-Driving Checks (8)
- Handbrake and gear lever - Adjust seat and steering wheel - Mirrors - Starting procedure - Static Brake test - Auxillary controls - seat belts and doors - Mobile brake test
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2 static brake tests and why we do them
Footbrake - to ensure hydraulic system is in good working order Handbrake - Indicate any defect in braking system
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What to monitor in mobile brake test
The vehicle stops in an expected distance No deviation left or right Pulled up evenly on all 4 wheels
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Roadworthiness Checklist
What Wheel Drive Fuel Type Gearbox Saftey Features Parking Brake Position of auxiliaries and controls Windows Fire Extinguisher First aid kit
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POWDER Checklist
P -Petrol Oil Damage Water Electrics Rubber
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Before setting off, rule 97 of the HWC states you MUST...
- Have Valid licence and insurance - The vehicle is legal and roadworthy
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Approaching from the opposite carriageway?
Only to be used in execptional circumstances Employ a rolling roadblock Not to be used by ambulance or fire unless police directed us to do so
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Motorway prohibited Vehicles are?
Pedestrians Prov MC licence holders MCs under 50cc Cyclists Horses Agric vehicles Mobility scooters Oversized loads
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What can't use the 3rd lane on motorways?(5)
- Any vehcile with a trailer - Any goods vehicle 3.5-7.5 tonnes with speed limited - Any goods vehicle 7.5 tonnes plus - Pax vehicle exceeding 7.5 tons designed to carry 8+ pax - Above but under 7.5 with a speed limited
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Places of relative saftey
- Lay-bys - Emergency areas - Hard Shoulder
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Reflective road studs colours
Between lanes or the center of the road - White Central Reservation - Amber Left edge - red Slip roads and lay-bys - Green Roadworks - Green/Yellow
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What is tappered Breaking? What is its benefit?
Progressive and steadilly increasing, Relax as unwanted speed is lost, release as you stop to avoid jerking Uses less fuel
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Important Characteristics of automatic Gearboxes (3)
Creep Run on Kick Down
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Creep?
Vehcile moves on its own in any gear other than P or N, magnitude depends on gravity
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Run on?
Vehicle will not slow down by use of the engine when the accelerator is released. Feels similar to coasting. Can be controlled using Lock Down
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Kick Down?
Saftey feature allowing for sudden acceleration by dropping a gear when a situation is dangerous
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Define brake fade
A reduction in stopping power after sustained or repeated braking
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What gear and revs to be used in slippery conditions?
High gear, low revs
113
Should you change gear in a corner and why?
No, can destabilise the vehicle and requires taking one hand off of the steering wheel
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What does ECO mode do to an auto gear box and why?
Change up at lower revs to improve fuel economy when performance is not required
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what RPM should you change up at in a deisel and petrol respectivley
2000 D 2500 P
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benefits of Acceleration Sense (3)
Uses less fuel Less wear on the tyres reduced emissions
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What are the benefits of maintaining constant speed using acceleration in a corner
Even weight distrobution between front and rear ensuring maximum tyre grip
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Negatives of not having smooth acceleration (4)
Uncomfortable Unnecessary strain on the vehicle Reduces tyre grip Increases fuel consumption
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When is a vehicle most stable? (3)
When weight is evenly distributed Engine pulling to maintain speed travelling in a straight line
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What 3 forces reduce stability and tyre grip?
Steering Acceleration Braking
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Define Limit point
The furthest point to which you have an uninterupted view of the road surface
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Purpose of limit point principle?
A systematic way of judging correct speed to use through bends
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What to consider on approach to a bend? (3)
Traffic road surface limit point
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4 causes of skids
driving too fast for the cirumstances harsh acceleration sudden braking coarse steering
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Understeer/Oversteer definitions
the tendency of a vehicole to turn more/less in response to a given steering wheel input
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Crown camber and steering effect
Elevation in the center of the road good effect for left hand bends bad for right hand bends
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Superelevation Camber
The whole width of the road is banked up towards the outside edge of the turn
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Stages of a 3 stage overtake
following position overtaking position overtaking
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What is the following stage? (3-stage overtake)
When it is unsafe to overtake immediatley, reduce speed and follow at a safe distance
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What is the Overtaking Position stage? (3-stage overtake)
close some of the distance to the vheicle ahead and position for the best possible view
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What is the Overtaking stage? (3-stage overtake)
Move horizontally to the right and re-assess saftey, if safe to do-so, accelerate past
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checks before overtaking Rule 162 (3)
The road is clear ahead No one is overtaking you Suitable gap infront of the road user
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factors to consider about your vehicle before overtaking (5)
Are you familiar with the vehicles capabilities Will it give enough acceleration Can you legally achieve the speed required Capabilities in relation to other road user Load
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What I NEED to consider when deciding to overtake (3)
Do I need to is it safe Is my vehicle capable
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What’s the pre driving checks (8)
1. Check handbrake and gear 2. Adjust seat and steering 3. Adjust mirrors 4. Starting procedure 5. Static brake test 6. Aux Controls 7.Seats, belts, doors 8.Mobile Brake test