Hazard awareness

Question 1

What are the types of static hazards?

Answer 1

Bends, junctions, roundabouts, parked vehicles, roadworks, road surfaces, traffic lights, crossings

Question 2

What should you do if the red lights are flashing at a level crossing?

Answer 2

Stop before the barrier even if the barrier is not down yet

Question 3

What should you do if your view is obstructed at a junction?

Answer 3

Pull forward slowly until you can see well into the road

Question 4

What can you do if you see a hazard on the motorway or dual carriageway?

Answer 4

Your hazard warning lights briefly to warn the traffic behind

Question 5

What do slow moving or stationary vehicles with a large arrow displayed on the back show?

Answer 5

Where you need to change lanes as you approach roadworks

Question 6

What should you do if your vehicle breaks down and causes an obstruction?

Answer 6

Switch on your hazard lights to warn others

Question 7

What should you do if there is a pedestrian walking along a country road?

Answer 7

stay at least 2 metres of space and keep a low speed when passing them

Question 8

When should you especially look out for motorcyclists?

Answer 8

emerging at a junction
turning into a road on your right
changing lanes
overtaking

Question 9

At what speed should you pass horse riders?

Answer 9

under 10mph and at least 2 metres of space

Question 10

Which vehicles have red and yellow markings at the back of the vehicle?

Answer 10

Heavy goods vehicles over 13 metres long