Awarness Flashcards
(33 cards)
Before turning right onto a dual carriageway, what should you check before emerging?
Check that the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle.
Why should you check the width of the central reservation before emerging onto a dual carriageway?
If the reservation isn’t wide enough, you may get stuck in the middle, blocking traffic and creating a dangerous situation.
How should you pass a cyclist safely?
Leave them plenty of room as you pass.
Why should you leave extra room when passing a cyclist?
Cyclists may swerve to avoid potholes or other hazards, and keeping a safe distance reduces the risk of collision.
What should you do if your mobile phone rings while driving?
Leave it until you have stopped in a safe place.
Why is answering a phone call while driving dangerous?
It is illegal and distracting, reducing reaction time and increasing accident risk.
You’re waiting to emerge from a junction, but the windscreen pillar is restricting your view. Who should you be particularly aware of?
Motorcyclists.
Why should you be especially cautious of motorcyclists when your view is obstructed?
They are smaller and can be hidden by the windscreen pillar, increasing the risk of a collision.
What should you do when approaching a bridge?
Slow down.
Why should you slow down when approaching a bridge?
Bridges are often narrow, and oncoming traffic may not have enough space to pass safely.
You’re waiting to turn right, but your view is obstructed by parked vehicles. What should you do?
Stop and then move forward slowly and carefully for a clear view.
Why should you move forward slowly when your view is blocked at a junction?
Moving slowly prevents you from pulling out into unseen oncoming traffic.
What does the term ‘blind spot’ mean?
An area not visible to the driver.
Why should you check your blind spots before changing lanes?
Mirrors do not show every angle, so checking blind spots helps avoid collisions with hidden vehicles.
How can you ensure that your sat-nav doesn’t distract you while driving?
Set it before starting your journey.
Why should you set up your sat-nav before driving?
Adjusting it while driving can take your attention off the road, increasing accident risk.
Why are yellow lines painted across the road before a roundabout or hazard?
To make you aware of your speed and encourage you to slow down.
You’re following a large vehicle. Why should you stay a safe distance behind it?
To give the driver a chance to see you in their mirrors.
Why is staying too close to a large vehicle dangerous?
If you are too close, the driver cannot see you in their mirrors, and your view of the road ahead is blocked.
What should you do if you can’t see clearly behind when reversing?
Ask someone to guide you.
Why is it important to get guidance when reversing if your view is blocked?
Blind spots while reversing can hide pedestrians or obstacles, increasing the risk of accidents.
Where should you avoid overtaking?
Approaching a dip in the road or just after a bend.
Why is overtaking in a dip or after a bend dangerous?
Oncoming vehicles may be hidden from view, increasing the risk of a collision.
When should you switch on your headlights?
When it first starts to get dark so others can see you more easily.
