Vulnerable road users Flashcards
What should you do if you want to turn left at a junction where pedestrians have started to cross?
Stop and wave them to cross
You’re driving in town. Why should you be careful if there’s a bus at a bus stop on the other side of the road?
The bus may move off suddenly
Which sign means there may be people walking along the road?
A red triangle with to an adult and child facing you rather than a walking person
You’re at the front of a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. Why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning?
To look for pedestrians about to cross
You’ve driven up to a pelican crossing. What must you do while the amber light is flashing?
Give way to the pedestrians on the crossing
What action should you take when you see flashing amber lights under a school warning sign?
Reduce speed until you’re clear of the area
Who may use toucan crossings?
Cyclists and pedestrians
You’re following two cyclists as they approach a round-about in the left-hand lane Where would you expect the cyclists to go?
any direction
A horse rider is in the left-hand lane approaching a round-about. Where should you expect the horse rider to go?
In any direction
You’re about to overtake a cyclist. Why should you leave them as much room as you would leave a car?
The cyclist may be unsettled if you pass too near them
A road outside a school is marked with yellow zigzag lines. What do these lines mean?
You shouldn’t park your vehicle here
Powered vehicles used by disabled people can be small and hard to see. What must they display if they’re on a dual carriageway?
Flashing amber beacon
Why is a toucan crossing different from other crossings?
Cyclists can use it
Toucan crossings?
Shared by pedestrians and cyclists
Push-button operated
No flashing amber phase
what does a red triangle with bike in it mean?
Cycle route ahead
