Highway Transportation System Flashcards
What does H.T.S stand for?
Highway Transportation System
What is the three parts to H.T.S?
People
Vehicles
Roadways
What are the different types of people you will see driving?
Roadway uses- which include people walking, running, driving, or riding in a vehicle.
What are some examples of the types of vehicles you might see on the road?
small vehicles with little protection or large trucks that weigh many tons
What are the different types of roadways you might drive on?
It varies from dirt roads to gravel roads to expressways
some might be flat, or hilly, or some might have sharp turns
What is the purpose behind H.T.S?
To move people and cargo from one place to another in a safe, efficient, and economical manner.
What is the IPDE process?
A process of seeing, thinking, and responding.
What are the 4 steps of the IPDE process?
Identify
Predict
Decide
Execute
Why should you drive defensive?
To protect yourself and others from dangerous/ unexpected changes in your driving environment.
What should not assume about others while driving?
That others will do the right thing
What is the Zone Control System?
A method for managing the space around your vehicle.
How many zones should be around your vehicle?
6 zones
What are Zones?
The width of a lane.
How far can a Zone extend?
As far as the driver can see
Is driving a privilege or a right?
It is a privilege.
While driving what should you obey?
ALLLLLLL Traffic Laws
What type of attitude should you have on the road and what should you avoid while on the road?
You should have a good attitude and you should avoid road rage, showing off (such as racing), and negative peer pressure.
What guides you as you manage your relationships with others?
Your attitude
What type of habits should you learn?
Safe-Driving Habits
What reflects on your driving?
Your mood
Breakdowns in the H.T.S occur when…
Any part of of the system does not work well.
What is a major factor in helping you avoid being part of the breakdowns?
Your driving ability
some breakdowns in the H.T.S include
Breaking the law
Not wearing seatbelts
Not slowing down in adverse weather conditions (such as rain)
Operating a defective car
Driving to close to another cars rear end
Drinking while driving or driving after drinking or doing drugs
Driving while tired
Traffic etc..
What is the MAJOR CAUSES OF COLLISIONS?
DRIVER ERROR!
What is the difference between a accident and a collision?
Accident implies that something happened by chance.
Most collisions could be prevented.
How much % is a collisions a driver error?
90-95%
What is the #1 cause of collisions?
Driver Inexperience
What is the #1 cause of deaths for 16-25 years of age?
motor vehicle collisions
What are the financial responsibilities with a car?
Fuel Costs (Gas)
Maintenance
Insurance
By law, any damages and/or injuries you cause
Graduated Driver Licensing Program
Requires young drivers to progress through a series of licensing stages.
What are the series of licensing stages?
- Learner’s Permit Stage
- Intermediate License stage
- Full Privilege Licensing Stage
