Road Rules & Regulations Flashcards
Use low beam headlights around vehicle when
- 150 metres from oncoming vehicle
- Following vehicle within 60 metres
Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UMC) under the Insurance Act
UMC pays losses caused by hit-and-run drivers or uninsured “at fault” drivers
What to do before moving car from parked position when outside
- Check for traffic
- Signal
- Pull from curb when safe
What to do when descending steep hill
- Gear down
- Allow engine to assist in braking
Penalty for failing breathalyzer test or physical coordination test when impaired
90 day licence suspension immediately
Actions for right turn against red signal light
- Stop
- Signal
Flashing red signal light from traffic light or beacon
Treat it as a stop sign.
Flashing blue light on vehicle.
Snow removal equipment.
Where should flares/reflectors be placed when truck disabled on road at 60 km/h or higher
30 metres behind and in front of the vehicle.
Required distance between commercial vehicle on highway
60 metres
Conviction of impaired driving at which level?
0.08%
Reasons for reducing speed below speed limit.
- Bad weather
- Approaching and crossing intersection
- Rush hour (stop/go traffic)
Penalty for criminal conviction of impaired driving in court
Suspension for 1 year
Only effective way to remove alcohol from body
Give body sufficient time to eliminate alcohol
If gas pedal stays down?
Try to lift pedal with foot.
Except when overtaking/passing or making left turn, drivers should
Always keep to the right
First thing to check before U-turn
Traffic regulations
Accompanying drivers for G1 must have alcohol below what?
0.05%
Actions for encountering dangerous whiteout conditions
- Emergency flashers
- Pull off road completely into safe parking area
Reducing risk of hydroplaning
- Ensure tires have good tread depth and properly inflated
- Reduce vehicle speed
Licence suspension for new drivers drinking
30 days
Definition of overdriving headlights
Incapable of stopping within visible distance
No. of days new Ontario residents have to register vehicles
30 days
Which direction will car pull if front tire goes flat?
Side having flat tire
Minimum distance from emergency vehicle with sirens
150 metres
Actions for accident w/ no damages exceeding $2,000
Move vehicles off road to enable traffic; else, do not move vehicle>! [check]
When legal to turn left on red light?
From one to another one-way street
Priority for vehicles entering intersection w/ no traffic light
Time, then right-of-way
Why bad idea to turn steering wheel to left when waiting for left turn?
Another vehicle can push your vehicle into oncoming traffic
G1 drivers can’t drive on 400 series highways w/ limit exceeding
80 km/h
Challenges of commercial vehicles for other vehicles
They make wide turns
Minimum distance behind and in front of school bus when lights flashing?
20 meters behind and in front
When does driver’s licence have to be renewed?
When renewal application received in mail or before licence expires
Advanced green lights definition
- Flashing green light OR green light w/ left green arrow
- Can go left, straight or right
What to do if victim of road rage?
- Lock doors and remain in vehicle
- Pull over and call cops
- Attract attention (honk horn, use signals)
How to approach stopped emergency vehicle/tow truck with lights flashing?
- Slow down and drive cautiously
- Leave one lane clearance between emergency vehicle
Left turn lanes MIGHT have own traffic light. What does green mean?
Vehicles in left lane can turn left if green
When is it possible to pass on a shoulder?
If passing a vehicle turning left AND the shoulder is paved
How often should mirrors be checked?
Every five seconds.
Changes to inform MTO about
- Name
- Address
- Vehicle information
What must be received from seller of used vehicle?
Used Vehicle Information Package
What does vehicle registration include?
- Licence plates
- Vehicle permit
Never park anywhere you don’t have a clear view of _____ in both directions.
125 metres.
Don’t park within _____ of nearest rail of railway crossing.
15 meters
Don’t park within _____ of a bridge.
100 meters
Don’t park within _____ of a public entrance to an open hotel, theatre or hall.
6 metres.
Don’t park within _____ of an intersection w/ traffic lights.
15 metres
Don’t park within _____ of an intersection w/out traffic lights.
9 meters.
When should hazard lights be activated?
When in an emergency, NOT a temporary stop
A three-point turn starts from the _____ of the road
Far-right side
Two solid lines on pavement
Guide traffic away from fixed objects (ex: concrete islands)
Never use cruise control
On wet or slippery surfaces
Threshold braking
Using all braking force available without locking wheels
To get vehicle from skid, first
Steer in direction of skid
Vehicle impoundment duration when caught driving with suspended licence
45 days
Where to turn wheels when parked uphill
- Without curb: Turn right
- With curb: Turn left
- Straight or downhill: Turn right
