Hazard Awareness Flashcards
What advice should you give to a driver who has had a few alcoholic drinks at a party?
Go home by public transport
What should you do if you begin to feel drowsy while you’re driving?
Stop and rest as soon as possible
What should you do if you become tired while you’re driving on a motorway?
Leave the motorway at the next exit and rest
When should you use hazard warning lights?
When your vehicle has broken down and is causing an obstruction
Where would you expect to see these markers?
On a large goods vehicle
What’s the main hazard shown in this picture?
The cyclist crossing the road
Which road user has caused a hazard?
The parked car (arrowed A)
What should the driver of the car approaching the crossing do?
Slow down and get ready to stop
What should the driver of the red car (arrowed) do?
Wait for the pedestrian in the road to cross
What should you do as you approach this overhead bridge?
Be prepared to give way to large vehicles in the middle of the road
What’s the main hazard the driver of the red car (arrowed) should be aware of?
he bus may move out into the road
What type of vehicle displays this yellow sign?
A school bus
What does the solid white line at the side of the road indicate?
Edge of the carriageway
You’re driving towards this level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?
A steady amber light
You’re behind this cyclist. When the traffic lights change, what should you do?
Allow the cyclist time and room
You intend to turn left at the traffic lights. What should you do just before turning?
Check for bicycles on your left
Why should you reduce your speed here?
A staggered junction is ahead
What might you expect to happen in this situation?
Traffic will move into the left-hand lane
You’re driving on a road with several lanes. What do these signs above the lanes mean?
The two left lanes are open
You’re driving on a one-way street. What should you do if you realise you’ve taken the wrong route?
Continue and find another route
You’re driving on this dual carriageway. Why may you need to slow down?
There are roadworks ahead of you
What should you do if the vehicle starts reversing off the driveway?
Sound your horn and be prepared to stop
You’ve just been overtaken by this motorcyclist. What should you do if the rider cuts in sharply?
Keep a safe gap
You want to turn left at this junction. What should you do if your view of the main road is restricted?
Approach slowly and edge out until you can see more clearly
What should you do if it’s raining and you’re following this lorry on a motorway?
Be aware of spray reducing your vision
You’re driving towards this left-hand bend. What danger should you be anticipating?
Pedestrians walking towards you
What should you do if the traffic in the left-hand lane is slowing?
Slow down, keeping a safe separation distance
Why should the junction on the left be kept clear?
To allow vehicles to enter and emerge
You’re invited to a pub lunch. What should you do if you know that you’ll have to drive in the evening?
Don’t drink any alcohol at all
What will become more expensive after you’ve been convicted of driving while unfit through drink or drugs?
Insurance premiums
What should you do about driving if you’ve been taking medicine that causes drowsiness?
Avoid driving and check with your doctor
What should you do if a doctor prescribes drugs that are likely to affect your driving?
Get someone else to drive
What must you do if your ability to drive is impaired during a period of illness?
Stop driving until you’re fit to drive again
You’re about to drive home. What should you do if you feel very tired and have a severe headache?
Wait until you’re fit and well before driving
What can you do to help prevent tiredness on a long journey?
Take regular refreshment breaks
You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving your car?
Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving
What will be a serious distraction while you’re driving?
Looking at road maps
You’ve been involved in an argument that’s made you feel angry. What should you do before starting your journey?
Calm down
You’re about to drive your car. What should you do if you can’t find the glasses you need to wear?
Find a way of getting home without driving
How does drinking alcohol affect your driving behaviour?
It increases confidence
Why should you check the information leaflet before taking any medicine?
Some types of medicine can affect your ability to drive safely
You need glasses to read a vehicle number plate at the required distance. When must you wear them?
Whenever you’re driving
Which type of glasses would make driving at night more difficult?
Tinted
What can seriously reduce your ability to concentrate?
Drugs
What must you do if your eyesight has become very poor and you’re no longer able to meet the driver’s eyesight requirements?
Tell the driver licensing authority
You’re driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. When would you use ‘kick down’?
To accelerate quickly
When may you use hazard warning lights?
When driving on a motorway to warn traffic behind of a hazard ahead
You’re waiting to emerge at a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic on the road you’re joining?
Reflections of traffic in windows
What must you do if poor health affects your driving?
Inform the licensing authority
What should you do if you start to feel drowsy while you’re driving on a motorway?
Open a window and stop as soon as it’s safe and legal
What should the driver of the grey car be especially aware of?
Doors opening on parked cars
What should you expect if you see this sign ahead?
The road will bend sharply to the left
What should you do as you approach this cyclist?
Slow down and allow the cyclist to turn
Why must you take great care when emerging from this junction?
The view is restricted
Which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to as you approach this bridge?
Buses
What type of vehicle could you expect to meet in the middle of the road?
Lorry
What must you do at this junction?
Stop behind the line, then edge forward to see clearly
What should you do if a driver pulls out of a side road in front of you, causing you to brake hard?
Ignore the error and stay calm
How would age affect an older person’s driving ability?
They’ll take longer to react to hazards
Do you need to plan rest stops when you’re planning a long journey?
Yes, regular stops help concentration
What should you do if the red lights start flashing as you approach a level crossing?
Stop before the barrier
You’re approaching a crossroads. What should you do if the traffic lights have failed?
Be prepared to stop for any traffic
You’re following a slower-moving vehicle. What should you do if there’s a junction just ahead on the right?
Only consider overtaking when you’re past the junction
Why are vehicle mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?
They give a wider field of vision
You’re on a three-lane motorway. How should you overtake a slow-moving lorry in the middle lane if it’s showing this sign?
Approach with care and overtake on the left of the lorry
What should you do if you think the driver of the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator?
Stay behind and don’t overtake
What hazard should you be aware of when travelling along this street?
Children running out between vehicles
What’s the main hazard you should be aware of when following this cyclist?
The cyclist may swerve into the road
A driver’s behaviour has upset you. How can you get over this incident safely?
Stop and take a break
How should you drive in areas with traffic-calming measures?
At a reduced speed
Why should you slow down as you approach this hazard?
Because of the level crossing
Why are place names painted on the road surface?
To help you select the correct lane in good time
Some two-way roads are divided into three lanes. Why are they particularly dangerous?
Traffic in both directions can use the middle lane to overtake
What type of vehicle uses an amber flashing beacon on a dual carriageway?
A tractor
What does this signal from a police officer mean to oncoming traffic?
Stop
Why should you be cautious when going past this bus waiting at a bus stop?
People may cross the road in front of it
Where would it be unsafe to overtake?
Approaching a junction
How can drinking alcohol affect your ability to drive?
Your ability to judge speed will be reduced
