Safety Margins Flashcards
How would you drive through a ford?
Slowly and in a low gear
What should you do when you drive through a ford?
Test your brakes
What lights should you use when your driving in a wet motorway and vehicle are throwing up surface spray?
Dipped headlights
On what type of road surface may anti-lock brakes be ineffective?
Loose
The main cause of skidding?
You, the driver
How should you use antilock brakes when you need to stop in an emergency ?
Brake promptly and firmly until you’ve stopped
What should you do when overtaking a cyclist on a windy day?
Pass widely
When should you do when you drive in snow conditions?
Brake gently in plenty of time
You’re travelling on the motorway. How can you reduce risk of collision if driver behind is following too closely?
Increase the distance from the vehicle in front
You’re driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicles tyres are losing their grip on the surface?
The steering will feel very light
What requires extra care when driving in windy conditions?
Passing pedal cycling
Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds?
On an open stretch of road
What can result when you travel for long distances in neutral (known as coasting)
Reduction in control
How can you use your vehicles engine as a brake?
Changing to lower gear
What would suggest you’re driving on an icy road?
There’s less tyre noise
