alertness Flashcards
what should you do before you carry out an manouvre in car?
-use mirrors to asses how you will affect traffic behind you
-look around for a final check( remember windscreen
mirrors can obstruct view)
-signal if neccasarg
what should you do if you cant see behind you when reversing?
as a reliable person to guide you
what should you do if you can not see when emerging from a junction
move forward slowly and carefullyuntil you get proper view
what should you do before you overtake?
-make sure you have a clear
view of road ahead
-give yourself enough time to
make manouver saftley
what should you do to make sure other road users know your location?
when dark. switch on lights(no matter if street lights are on)
-and if they cant see you, then use your horn
what should you do when looking at the road sighns?
follow their advice
slow down if needed
why watch other road users?
to anticipate their actions, so you ready if needed to slow down/ change directions
what should you do first when turning right onto a dual carriage way?
check that central reservation is wide enough for vehicle
what should you do when following a large vehicle
-stay back if you cant see the vehicles mirrors, aswell as allowing clearer view for driver to see road ahead
which road users should you be aware of?
(pedestrains)
(cyclist)
(motorcyclists)
what should you do when approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?
be prepeared to stop
what should you doif you need to stop in an emergancy?
keep both hands on wheel and brake to control vehicle
why should you plan your journey?
-know routes needed to take
-have regular rest stops
how do you prevent yourself from losing concentration whilst driving?
-not driving continously for more than 2 hours
-having fresh supply of air
-leave at next exot and stop in a safe place to have a nap
what factors can distract you whilst driving?
-passengers
-loud music
-objects hanging in car
-adjusting/starting music
-looking at map
-talking to microphone
-phones
