5. Hazard Awareness

Question 1

What may be potential hazards?

Answer 1

Static hazards - parked cars, roundabouts, junctions
Moving hazards - other road users
Road and weather conditions
You, if you are unfit to drive

Question 2

Describe some static hazards

Answer 2

Bends
Junctions
Roundabouts
Parked vehicles
Skips in the road
Roadworks
Traffic calming
Crossing
Traffic lights

Question 3

How do you respond to a static hazard?

Answer 3

Take mental note
Slow down and get ready to stop if necessary

Question 4

What questions must you ask yourself about view-blocking `static hazards like bends?

Answer 4

Can I stop in time? What if a pedestrian appeared? etc..

Question 5

What much you look out for along roads with parked vehicles?

Answer 5

Children dashing between cars
Doors opening
Cars moving off

Question 6

What type of light may indicate children crossing near a school?

Answer 6

Amber flashing lights

Question 7

When lanes are closed what should you be weary of?

Answer 7

Cars may cut in front of you

Question 8

Why are two-way roads with an additional central lane dangerous?

Answer 8

Traffic in either direction can use this to overtake

Question 9

When driving on a motorway/ dual-carriageway how do you ensure that those behind you are aware of a hazard?

Answer 9

Use emergency lights

Question 10

If you break down and become a hazard hoe do you make this obvious to other road users?

Answer 10

Use emergency lights

Question 11

Who may be other road users?

Answer 11

Pedestrians
Cyclists
Horse riders
Large vehicle drivers
Slow moving vehicle drivers
Motorcyclists
Disabled people using powered vehicles
Other car drivers

Question 12

Where may pedestrians be on country roads?

Answer 12

On the road, there may not be a pavement

Question 13

Why should you give cyclists plenty of room?

Answer 13

They may wobble/ swerve to avoid potholes

Question 14

At junctions or traffic lights what should you do if there is a cyclist ahead of you?

Answer 14

Give them plenty of time to move away

Question 15

What must you do before turning left?

Answer 15

Check for cyclists on your left

Question 16

What hazards should you be weary of off a bus, especially at a bus stop?

Answer 16

People may get off the bus and cross the road
The bus may be about to move off

Question 17

Why should you be weary of high vehicles when approaching bridges?

Answer 17

They may need to go under the middle of the bridge

Question 18

What should you do if other vehicles, especially motorcyclists are overtaking/ cutting in front of you?

Answer 18

Drop back to retain a safe separation distance

Question 19

Why must you be patient with older drivers?

Answer 19

They may have slower reaction times

Question 20

How often should you stop in long trips?

Answer 20

At least once every 2 hours

Question 21

What should you do if you’re feeling tired?

Answer 21

Pull over at a safe and legal place to rest
Leave at the next services or exit on the motorway

Question 22

What may effect your concentration?

Answer 22

Hands-free headset
Loud music
Navigation equipment
How you’re feeling

Question 23

What is the fine for using your phone?

Answer 23

6 penalty points and a £200 fine
If you passed your test in the last 2 years you will loose your licence.

Question 24

What should you do if driving after an argument?

Answer 24

Calm down before starting your journey

Question 25

What are the effects of alcohol on driving?

Answer 25

Reduced concentration, coordination and control False sense of confidence reduced speed judgement Slowed reaction times

Question 26

Can you drive after taking medication?

Answer 26

Check the package and ask the pharmacist, some drugs may make you sleepy

Question 27

How long may illegal drugs stay in your system?

Answer 27

Up to 72 hours

Question 28

What will be the effects of an unfit driving conviction on insurance?

Answer 28

Massive premium

Question 29

When must you wear glasses?

Answer 29

If you need them, always, they should not be tinted at night

Question 30

When must you contact a licensing authority about yourself?

Answer 30

If your eyesight deteriorated If you suffer from a condition which may affect your driving

Question 31

How should you deal with inconsiderate drivers?

Answer 31

Wait if necessary for the other driver to move out of the way and take a break if you feel upset and it is safe to do so

Question 32

How do you warn of your presence during 11.30pm and 7am?

Answer 32

Flash lights (use horn in emergency)

Question 33

What do you do if a car is about to reverse out in front of you?

Answer 33

Slow and prepare to stop and alert them of your presence (horn/ lights)