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Defensive Driving Flashcards

1
Q

Name 3 possible personal factors that can affect your ability to drive a vehicle

A

Illness
Drowsiness
Work related conflicts
Personal Conflicts

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2
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A stop light that is green but may be turning yellow at any moment

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Stale green light

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3
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When the weather turns the road conditions slick, the appropriate precaution is to:

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Slow down and avoid braking in a turn or curve if possible

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4
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What does a warning sign do

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Gives notice of a situation that might not be readily apparent

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5
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In city driving, a 12-15 second lead time would have you scanning ___ to _____ ahead

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1 to 1 1/2 blocks

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6
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These are characteristics of aggressive driving

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Driving in a selfish manner without regarding others
Trying to intimidate or better another driver
Ticketable offense

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7
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What are the 2 basic stopping positions

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Normal legal stop
Staggered stop

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8
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Where do you normally see a staggered stop

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On a multi-lane street with a left turn lane

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9
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Before placing the vehicle in gear be sure to adjust ______ and _______

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Side view and rear view mirrors

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10
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Why should you stay away from both the front and rear of the vehicle if theirs a fire coming from the hood?

A

Bumpers that have crash dampers have been known to explosively leave the vehicle causing broken legs

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11
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GVWR

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Gross Vehicle Weight Raiting

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12
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These are three characteristics of road rage

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Using a vehicle as a weapon with intent to harm
Physical assault of a person or vehicle as a result of a traffic accident
Criminal offense

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13
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What might be the problem if the pedal pressure is very low while performing the 3X5 brake test?

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Low on brake fluid or brakes need to be adjusted

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14
Q

Thin glaze ice that may only look wet or even dry

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Black ice

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15
Q

3 ways to park a vehicle

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Angle parking
Straight in parking
Parallel parking

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16
Q

Why wouldn’t you want the reservoir to be full?

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Reservoir is an overflow container and boiling fluid will expand putting pressure on cooling system

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17
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Where should you stop at a staggered stop position (ie left turn lane on a multi lane street)?

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One car length behind the legal stop line to compensate for cross traffic making a wide right or short left in front

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18
Q

What color are temporary guide signs

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Orange

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19
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The three “L’s” for merging or pulling out

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Left signal
Left mirror
Left shoulder check

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20
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Of the three types of skids which is the most unforgiving and hard to control?

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Rear wheel skid because the rear of the vehicle tries to pass the front causing spin and the others will skid in a straight line

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21
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Tip that will help you avoid hitting a vehicle that starts and stops unexpectedly after a light turns green

A

3 second delayed start

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22
Q

Seat belts are estimated to save _____ lives in America each year

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9,500

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23
Q

Worst day for road rage

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Tuesday

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24
Q

Managers/Supervisors should immediately respond to the collision/incident and report it by calling

A

800-864-2255
UNICALL

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25
Q

Name 4 signs of aggressive driving

A

Speeding
Lane blocking
Following to closely
Ignoring traffic signals
Maneuvering around traffic without using turn signals
Blocking intersections

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26
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The ____ _____ of your surrounding can save your life if something goes wrong

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Total awareness

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27
Q

Worst time of day for road rage

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5:45 PM

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28
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What should you do if the other driver blames you for the collision

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Do not admit fault

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29
Q

The traffic control zone where a downstream taper would be used

A

Termination area

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30
Q

A daily inspection including inspection of 6 areas (not lugs and studs)

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Fluids
Tires
Brakes
Driving aids
Steering
General housekeeping

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31
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What are the factors that affect a shoulder drift recovery

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Amount of drop off
Shoulder condition
Tire size and type

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32
Q

How do you check your power steering mechanism

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While parked turn the wheel from stop to stop to make sure it moves freely. It should not make any noise

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33
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Seat belts are estimated to save ___ lives in America each year

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9,500

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34
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2 types of intersections

A

Controlled
Uncontrolled

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35
Q

One of the leading causes of Comcast vehicle accidents

A

Backing Up

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36
Q

In city driving, how far ahead would 12 to 15 second lead time have you scanning

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1 to 1 1/2 blocks

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37
Q

Name something you might see while checking lugs and studs that could indicate a problem

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Discoloration due to heat buildup,misshapen holes on the wheel or rim indicating loose lugs, deep dents at the tire bead which could weaken the tire

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38
Q

Three distractions from being in a good mood

A

Pay Day
Social Functions
Romance

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39
Q

The average time before a vehicle is under control and going in the correct direction after a shoulder drift

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1 1/4 seconds total
3/4 for the individual reaction time and 1/2 second to change directional flow of hydraulic steering fluid

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40
Q

Name a couple conditions under which you should not pass someone

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When you can’t see 12-15 seconds ahead,bridges, tunnels, railroad crossing, solid barrier lines

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41
Q

What actions should be taken to recover from a shoulder drift

A

Remain calm
Steer your vehicle completely off the road to avoid causing problems to the traffic behind you
Avoid over-steering
Come to a complete stop
Regain your composure
Check traffic
Return to the road

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42
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3 types of brakes

A

Drum
Disc
ABS (anti lock brakes)

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43
Q

Areas behind and beside your vehicle that cant be seen by your mirrors

A

Blind spots

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44
Q

When flagging traffic directions should be ____ and not _____ ______

A

Consistent
Over exaggerated

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45
Q

How should your wheels be positioned when parking on a downhill grade

A

Turn wheels towed the curb

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46
Q

The first indication to a road user that there is a potential hazard

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Advance warning area

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47
Q

How long is a long term stationary work zone

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Any work that occupies a location for more than 3 days

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48
Q

This type of warning light has a high intensity flashing light

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Type B (visible at 1000 feet on a clear night)

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49
Q

It is safer to make ____ than one _______

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Right turns
Left turn

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50
Q

For a rolling vehicle on a dry, flat road, the percentage of traction is what

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60%

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51
Q

Two things you are responsible for when you drive a Comcast vehicle

A

Your own life and the lives of others in the vicinity
Comcast’s equipment and reputation

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52
Q

Thin glaze of ice that may only look wet or even dry

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Black ice

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53
Q

What is the Comcast policy on seatbelts

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They must be worn whenever the vehicle is in motion

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54
Q

What are some common driving aids and how can they assist you

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Horn: alert other drivers of danger
Lights, reflectors, mirrors, and windows: ability to see and be seen

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55
Q

Most important thing to be concerned about when driving a motor vehicle

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Attitude

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56
Q

What fluid levels should you check during daily inspection

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Engine oil
Engine coolant
Transmission fluid
Brake fluid
Power steering fluid
WIndshield washer fluid

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57
Q

The roadway traffic design standard is ____

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A document published by the states that provides information and specifics on requirements for your stat and overrides the MUTCD

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58
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Two basic stopping positions at an intersection

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Normal stop position and staggered stop position

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59
Q

3 basic types or ways to back up

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Driver side backing
Straight backing
Blind side backing

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60
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What is the primary reason for traffic control devices

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To provide safe and orderly movement of traffic

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61
Q

It takes approximately how long to change the directional flow of the hydraulic steering fluid

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1/2 second

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62
Q

Why should you stay away from both the front and rear of the vehicle if there is fire or smoke coming from the hood

A

Bumpers that have crash dampers have been known to explosively leave the vehicle causing broken legs

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63
Q

Where should you place your cones around your vehicle

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Traffic side of the vehicle

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64
Q

What are examples of traffic control devices

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Cones - channeling device
Signs - advance warning
Vehicle strobe - lighting device
High Visibility Garments - PPE

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65
Q

What is it called when you approach an intersection with your foot off the accelerator and over the brake

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Rolling through the intersection

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66
Q

The three L’s when pulling out into traffic

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Left signal, left mirror, left shoulder

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67
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Where should you avoid steering towards Iran oncoming vehicle has veered into your lane (other than hitting the vehicle)?

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The lane the approaching vehicle vacated because they may realize their mistake and swerve back

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68
Q

Traffic cones should be made of what

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Material that can be struck without causing damage to the impacting vehicle

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69
Q

What is the 3x5 test

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Pump the brakes 3 times and hold for 5 seconds,you should feel the same pressure and be able to maintain pressure for5 seconds

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70
Q

As little as _____ standing water on the roadway can lead to hydroplaning and loss of control

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1/4 inch

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71
Q

Two things you are responsible for when you drive a Comcast vehicle

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Your own life and the lives of others in the vicinity
Comcast’s equipment and reputation

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72
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Make safe driving decisions
Allow for the lack of skill, improper attitudes and actions of other drivers
Avoid hazards due to weather, conditions, traffic, pedestrian movement & other drivers
Stay continuously alert of situations far enough in advance to take action
Concede right of way to prevent a crash

A

Defensive driving

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73
Q

Where should you use traffic cones

A

Work zones where workers are present

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74
Q

What method would you use to check coolant level in a cold engine

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The line method (Coolant up to the line)
No line then there should be 2 inches of coolant in reservoir

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75
Q

A rear wheel skid that deviates how many degrees from its original path has almost zero chance of recovery

A

17-20 degrees

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76
Q

What should you always ensure you are wearing when checking under the hood

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Safety glasses

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77
Q

What are the three factors that can contribute to skids

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Driver over-correction
Spin out
Hydroplaning

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78
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This type of barricade is used to create a road closure and may be placed across a traveled way

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Type III

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79
Q

Term for a group of vehicles bunched up too closely and traveling together

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Wolf pack

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80
Q

Scanning pattern to use when you’re approaching or stopped at an intersection

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Left, front, right, front, left

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81
Q

Most important item to service on a vehicle

A

Engine oil: if you run out you stop

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82
Q

Of the 3 types of skids which is the most unforgiving and hard to control

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Rear wheel skid, the rear of the vehicle tries to pass the front causing spin and other will skid in a straight line

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83
Q

2 items to help you change lanes more safely

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Check your mirrors
Check your blind spots

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84
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What refers to the action you should take whenever you change lanes, pull out into traffic or check the side perimeters of you driving environment

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90 degree head check

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85
Q

What is the purpose of reporting vehicle accidents

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To prevent any injury that occurs from becoming more serious and to prevent the circumstances or hazard from injuring someone else

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86
Q

What is the highest priority during all aspects within a work zone

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Traffic

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87
Q

You should use what scanning patter when approaching an intersection or stopped at an intersection

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Left, front, right, front, left eye scan

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88
Q

The three basic directions a flagged should give a road user

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Stop
Proceed
Slow or Alert

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89
Q

What type of work moves intermittently or continuously

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Mobile

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90
Q

For a legal stop how far should you be from the pedestrian walkway

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3-6 feet

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91
Q

Refers to the distance you should search ahead of your vehicle to be able to identify hazards with enough time to react before reaching them

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12-15 second lead time

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92
Q

In states where the seat belt law is a primary law (meaning you can be pulled over for not wearing it) average use is_____% higher

A

11

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93
Q

What method would you use to check coolant level in a cold engine?

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Line method. If there is no line there should be about 2” of coolant in the reservoir

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94
Q

What should you do if you see a vehicle enter your blind spot

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Speed up or slow down until you can see the vehicle

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95
Q

Worst month for road rage

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September

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96
Q

How do you check tire tread using a quarter?

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Place the quarter in the tread with Washington’s head down. If you can see the top of his head the tire should be replaced

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97
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As a part of the scanning pattern, check your instrument panel every _____

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5 minutes or so

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98
Q

What are the 4 basic components of traffic control zones

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Advanced warning area
Transition area
Activity area
Termination area

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99
Q

How long will incident investigation reports be maintained after the date of the crash

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7 years

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100
Q

4 factors that can contribute to aggressive driving

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Any personal factors
Running late for an appointment
Slow drivers
Other aggressive drivers

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101
Q

What items should you check daily when inspecting your wheels

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Tire inflation
Tire tread depth
Lugs and studs
Other items like ladders, safety beacon, and safety cones

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102
Q

How much further does it take to stop on icy or wet roads?

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10-15 times further

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103
Q

Keep it positive, keep it safe

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Attitude

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104
Q

If the pedal slowly loses pressure during the 5seconds during a 3X5 brake test what might be the problem?

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Leak in the system or malfunctioning master cylinder

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105
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The least desirable and most dangerous way to park

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Angle Parking

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106
Q

If gross weight doubles, the breaking equipment ___________

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Doubles

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107
Q

What is your safety perimeter

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The 360 degree safety space cushion around your vehicle

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108
Q

_____ refers to scanning the area in front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk

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45 degree eye scan

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109
Q

4 factors that can contribute to aggressive driving

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Personal factors
Running late for an appointment
Slow drivers
Other aggressive drivers

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110
Q

Towing a vehicle adds how many seconds to the 3-4 second rule

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2 seconds

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111
Q

What are some common driving aids and how can they assist you?

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Horn: Alert other drivers of danger
Lights, reflectors, mirrors, and windows: ability to see and be seen

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112
Q

What happens if you run out of engine oil

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You stop

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113
Q

If your power steering makes a squealing or whistling sound what is wrong

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Low on power steering fluid

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114
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The reasons for proper traffic control

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Reduce accidents
Minimize potential for injury to Comcast employees and the public
Reduce damage to private and public property
Minimize the possibility of claims and litigation arising from work zones accidents
Reduce confusion to motorists
Expedite traffic flow
Improve public image

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115
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What are the steps to recover from a skid

A

Relax
Take foot of accelerator and brake
Counter steer in direction of skid
Once in control, pump brakes

116
Q

How often should you be checking your mirrors with the front-rear/front-side eye scan?

A

Every 5-8 seconds

117
Q

What is meant by the 3 to 4 second rule

A

It is used to determine following distance by allowing 3-4 seconds before pass an object that the vehicle in front of you passed

118
Q

Name something you might see while checking lugs and studs that could indicate a problem

A

Discoloration due to head build up
Misshapen holes on the wheel or rim indicating loose lugs
Deep dents at the tire bead which could weaken the tire

119
Q

What should you do prior to entering a parked vehicle

A

Perform a safety circle check

120
Q

The vehicle must be running when you check what

A

Transmission fluid

121
Q

Before placing the vehicle in gear be sure to adjust both ____ and ____

A

Side view and rear view mirrors

122
Q

Lap and shoulder belts, when used properly, reduce the risk of fatal injury or the front seat of a passenger car occupants by _____% and moderate to critical injury by ___%

A

45% fatal
50% moderate to critical

123
Q

How far away should you move from a smoking or burning vehicle?

A

At least 100 ft

124
Q

On a highway 12 to 15 second lead time would have you scanning about ___ to ___ ahead

A

1/4 to 1/2 mile ahead

125
Q

3 basic directions a flagger should give a road user

A

Stop
Proceed
Slow or Alert

126
Q

If the tire condition is poor, damaged, or under-inflated what could happen

A

Blow out

127
Q

What is the minimum size of a warning sign

A

48 inches by 48 inches

128
Q

When passing or changing lanes what should you do to check the traffic coming up behind you

A

Check your rear view mirror, do a 45 degree scan using your side view mirrors, then a 90 degree head check

129
Q

What is the most effective means of reducing fatalities and serious injuries when accidents occur?

A

Seat Belts

130
Q

When are the roads most slippery

A

Right after it begins to rain (first 30 minutes)

131
Q

Defensive driving re-certification is required how often

A

Every 3 years or after an accident

132
Q

Traffic control devices are designed to accomplish what

A

Warn and alert drivers of hazards created by work zone activities
To guide and direct drivers and pedestrians safely past the hazards

133
Q

Using a 12 to 15 second eye lead time while driving on a highway forces you to look out the ___ of the windshield instead of becoming fixated on the vehicle in front of you

A

Top 1/3

134
Q

How Much time should you add to the 3-4 second rule if roads are icy or it’s snowing?

A

Several seconds

135
Q

What are some things you can do to recover from a skid

A

Take foot off gas/break, steer gently in direction of skid, don’t over break or over steer, break according to type (ABS, standard)

136
Q

Taper distance is measured from where

A

From the cone in front of the vehicle to the first cone furthest from the rear of the vehicle

137
Q

3 factors that affect braking distance

A

Vehicle speed
Vehicle weight
Road conditions

138
Q

If the vehicle speed doubles the breaking requirement ________

A

Quadruples

139
Q

How long will incident investigation reports be maintained after the date of the crash?

A

7 years

140
Q

According to the NHSTA how often is someone injured in an automobile accident? How often is someone killed in a crash?

A

Injured every 14 seconds
Killed every 12 minutes

141
Q

Portable or fixed devices that are used to control road user by closing, restricting, or delineating all or a portion of the right of way

A

barricade

142
Q

When shouldn’t you pass another vehicle

A

When you can’t see 12 to 15 seconds ahead
Bridges
Tunnels
RR Crossings
Solid barrier lines

143
Q

Permanent warning signs are what color

A

Yellow

144
Q

2 foot - 15 foot rule

A

This is the rule that says if you are more than 2 feet from a curb or 15 feet from the edge of a roadway you can omit channelizing devices

145
Q

What should you look for when approaching and intersection

A

Side/cross street traffic
Pedestrian traffic
Stale green light
Any fast approaching cross traffic
Any turning cars coming towards you

146
Q

A service vehicle must carry at least _____ cones; a lift truck must carry _____ cones.

A

Service vehicle 7
Lift truck 13

147
Q

What is they safety perimeter

A

The 360 degree space around your vehicle

148
Q

These are all characteristics of ________
*using a vehicle as a weapon with intent to harm
*physical assault of a person or vehicle as a result of a traffic accident
*a criminal offense

A

Road rage

149
Q

Name three personal factors that can affect your ability to drive a vehicle

A

Illness
Drowsiness
Work related conflicts
Personal conflicts

150
Q

Temporary lane closure should not exceed

A

15-20 minutes

151
Q

What are channeling devices used for

A

To warn road users of conditions created by work activities in or near the roadway
Also used to provide smooth and gradual traffic flow from one lane to another, onto a bypass or detour, or into a narrower traveled way

152
Q

What is the most effective means of reducing fatalities and serious injuries when accidents occur

A

Seat belts

153
Q

What could it indicate if the pedal pressure builds with each pump while performing the 3x5 test?

A

You may have air in the brakes

154
Q

What are the 5 general requirements for effective traffic control devices

A

Fulfill a need
Command attention
Convey a clear, simple meaning
Command respect from road users
Give adequate time for a proper response

155
Q

What is the purpose of a guide sign

A

Shows route destinations, destinations, directions, distances, services, points of interest, or other geographical information

156
Q

Statistically the most common road rage incident is caused by

A

Men aged 35-50 driving a blue BMW

157
Q

What are 3 common mistakes in right turns

A

Not making a complete stop at the intersection
Stutter stopping
Not making a complete search of the entire intersection

158
Q

What should you always ensure you are wearing when checking under the hood?

A

Safety glasses

159
Q

How should your wheels be positioned when parking on an uphill grade

A

Turn wheels away from curb

160
Q

Worst offence causing road rage

A

Distracted driving at 49%

161
Q

On average what is the reaction time of an individual recovering from a shoulder drift

A

3/4 second

162
Q

What should you check daily when checking your wheels

A

Tire inflation
Tire tread depth
Lugs and studs
Other items (Ladders, safety beacon, and safety cones)

163
Q

How much time should you add to the 3-4 rule at night? If it’s raining? If you’re towing a vehicle?

A

2 seconds for all three

164
Q

Emergency vehicles, bicyclists, other drivers not paying attention, or proceeding too fast for their vehicle to react safely are example of what

A

Hazards at an intersection

165
Q

What percentage of flash flood fatalities are auto related?

A

More than half

166
Q

A daily vehicle inspection includes these 6 areas

A

Fluids
Tires
Breaks
Driving aids
Steering
General housekeeping

167
Q

3 types of skids

A

Front wheel skid
Rear wheel skid
All wheel skid

168
Q

What 2 factors can affect your car’s probability of skidding

A

Friction and traction

169
Q

Grinding sound when turning could indicate

A

Low power steering fluid

170
Q

What percentage of flash flood fatalities are auto related

A

More than half

171
Q

Rule that helps you determine how much space to leave between your vehicle and the one in front of you at a stop

A

Rear tire rule

172
Q

What are three types of signs

A

Regulatory
Warning
Guide

173
Q

3 categories of vehicle accidents

A

Motor vehicle collision
General liability
Employee injury

174
Q

You should be how close when stopped behind another vehicle

A

10-12 feet (or see rear tires of vehicle infront of you)

175
Q

How often should you check your instrument panel

A

Every 5 minutes

176
Q

Check your mirrors and blind spots

A

2 items to check to help you change lanes more safely

177
Q

Situation that can occur when one vehicle blocks the vision of the driver of another vehicle?

A

Bill boarding

178
Q

Where should you start a 45 degree eye scan?

A

The furthest point out you can see

179
Q

The area used to return road users to their normal path

A

Transition area

180
Q

What is the most basic rule concerning left turns

A

When stopped keep your wheels straight and foot on brake

181
Q

2 reasons you should test your horn on a daily basis

A

To make sure it works
To remind you where to find it on the steering wheel in an emergency situation

182
Q

These are all characteristics of ______
*driving in a selfish manner without regarding others safety
*trying to intimidate or “better” another driver
*ticketable offense

A

Aggressive driving

183
Q

Driving defensively helps you:

A

Helps you anticipate and respond correctly to any potential problems that may occur

184
Q

How should your wheels be positioned if parking on a hill with no curb

A

Away from the road

185
Q

What are the factors that determine vehicle traction

A

Tire condition
Vehicle weight
Vehicle speed
Road conditions

186
Q

If the vehicles weight and speed both double, the breaking requirement increases _____ times

A

8

187
Q

Lap and shoulder belts, when used properly, reduce the risk of fatal injury to light truck occupants by ______% and moderate to critical injury by ____%

A

60% fatal
65% moderate to critical

188
Q

How do you efficiently assess your enviornment

A

Front, rear, front, side scan

189
Q

4 factors that determine vehicle traction

A

Tire condition
Vehicle weight
Vehicle speed
Road condition

190
Q

____ from the vehicle plus ____ for the driver equals___

A

Space
Visibility
Time

191
Q

These types of barricades are intended for use on roads where traffic flow is to be maintained at the traffic control zone

A

Type I and II

192
Q

New employees are required to pass defensive driving within how many days from date of hire

A

90 Days

193
Q

Two parts of defensive driving certification and the score required to pass

A

Written examination (minimum score 92)
Field demonstration (Pass/Fail)

194
Q

You must recertify in defensive driving this often

A

Every three years or after a vehichle accident

195
Q

-Is careful to commit no driving errors
- Makes allowances for the lack of skill and improper attitude and actions of others
- Avoids accidents or close calls due to weather, road conditions, traffic, or the actions of pedestrians and other drivers
- Keeps continually alert for accident-producing situations far enough in advance to take action
- Concedes the right of way to prevent an accident

A

Defensive driver

196
Q

When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up behind you?

A

Check your rear-view mirror, do a 45-degree scan using your side-view mirrors, then do a 90-degree head check

197
Q

This may make you careless or more aggressive

A

Bad mood/attitude

198
Q

How to cope with frustration and anger

A

Stop and pull over if you can
Count to 10, do some deep breathing, consciously think about something less stressful
Try to relax and cool off

199
Q

As a professional, you need to remain in control of _______ ___________ and, in turn, your driving

A

your emotions

200
Q

Try to leave these at home

A

Home problems

201
Q

-Medications could cause your reactions to be slower
-Your concentration may be elsewhere because you’re thinking about how you’re feeling
-Physically, you may be distracted by sneezing or coughing
-If you’re tired, your reactions will be slower, your thinking could be fuzzy, and your decision-making could be affected

A

Physical issues

202
Q

Percentage of road rage offenders that said shouting or swearing was the most common way they expressed anger

A

31%

203
Q

11% of a randomly selected sample of 790 driver reported this

A

Always or sometimes carried a gun in their vehicle

204
Q

Percentage of men surveyed that said they experienced rage on a daily basis

A

56%

205
Q

Percentage of women surveyed that said they experienced rage on a daily basis

A

44%

206
Q

Least common day for road rage incidents

A

Sunday

207
Q

List the days in order of most to least common for road rage incidents

A

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday

208
Q

Do this each day as you would do a vehicle inspection

A

Self inspection

209
Q

How long should your daily inspection take

A

30 minutes

210
Q

Place safety cones outside the vehicle to provide an awareness that you are working on the road.
Use headlights during dark conditions.
Use turn signals in advance of an intersection.
Remove distractions from inside the vehicle.
Arrive in appropriate condition to drive a vehicle (enough rest, eaten recently, etc.).

A

Things you should always do

211
Q

Lights to check, making sure they are operational

A

Emergency lights: Four-Way flashers
Driving lights
Reflectors

212
Q

They should be clean and free of cracks or broken glass.

A

Mirrors, windshield, windows

213
Q

Should be adjusted to maximize visibility.

A

Rear view and side mirrors

214
Q

Rule of thumb to replace wiper blades

A

Every six months

215
Q

If your vehicle isnt tracking straight or has excessive play it could indicate this

A

Alignment problem

216
Q

This needs to be done on a regular basis

A

Documented vehicle inspection

217
Q

Why don’t people wear their seat belt

A

They forget
They think its uncomfortable
It wrinkles their clothes
Others

218
Q

Greatest motivation for wearing a seat belt

A

It could save your life

219
Q

2006 motor vehicle crash fatalities ranked 3rd behind what two in terms of years of life lost

A

1 Cancer
2 Heart disease

220
Q

2010 study seat belt use average

A

84% (up from 69% in 1998)

221
Q

Lives saved between 2006 and 2010

A

69,000

222
Q

When drivers didn’t wear their seat belts ____% of children under 4 were also unrestrained

A

63%

223
Q

When a driver wore their seat belt ____% of children were properly restrained

A

75%

224
Q

Most crash deaths occur within _____ miles of home at speeds of less an ____ MPH

A

25 miles
40 mph

225
Q

This principal means an object continues to move at its current velocity until a force causes it to change

A

Inertia

226
Q

According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration how should a seat blet be worn

A

Shoulder belt across the middle of your chest away from your neck
Lap belt across your hips below your stomach

227
Q

6 groups of people less likely to wear seat belts

A

Teens
Commercial drivers
Males in rural areas
Pick-up drivers
Drivers at night
Drunk Drivers

228
Q

National average of seat belt use

A

84% (88% in states w/ primary belt laws, 75% in states with secondary enforcement laws) (according to the text in the chapter seat belt use is 15% higher in primary states)

229
Q

How many states have primary vs secondary seat belt laws

A

The information says 11 states (in US Territories and Puerto Rico) have a primary (standard) law, in the remaining 38 states it is secondary. However, the graphic shows 31 states having primary laws with 19 states as secondary laws.

230
Q

What is the difference between primary and secondary seat belt laws

A

Secondary laws mean you can only be cited if pulled over for a different infraction

231
Q

Loose items in your vehicle can cause an accident because

A

They are a distraction

232
Q

What ladders are stored on top of the vehicle

A

28 ft ladder, 10 ft ladder

233
Q

What ladders are stored inside the vehicle

A

3 ft step ladder

234
Q

What two steps are required to prevent hazards from your ladder on a fixed rack while driving

A

Confirm the ladder has been loaded properly to the truck
Ensure that the ladder is properly engaged to the front hitch and is locked down

235
Q

Steps to stow a ladder on a winding side rack

A

-Confirm the ladder has been placed on the front and rear clips
-Bring the rack to the transport position
-Lock the ladder down

236
Q

Your ladder shouldn’t extend more than ____ ft beyond your back bumper

A

2 fr

237
Q

Your ladder shouldn’t extend more than ____ ft beyond your back bumper

A

2 ft

238
Q

Make sure to ensure this the door is fastened. Failure to fasten the door can result in sharp objects flying out onto the street

A

Drill bit compartment

239
Q

Before driving a vehicle with aerial lifts, otherwise known as buckets, ensure that the boom is here

A

In the lowered position before driving the vehicle

240
Q

How do you react: Night

A

Ensure low-beams are on; brake early before an intersection

241
Q

How do you react: Around a curve

A

Stay to the right; drive slowly

242
Q

How do you react: Inclement weather

A

Clean precipitation from vehicle; use low beam headlights

243
Q

How do you react: Heavily poplulated area

A

Keep a safe distance from people; take turns slowly; enter intersections with delay

244
Q

How do you react: Behind larger vehicles

A

Maintain safe following distance; use low beam headlights, if necessary.

245
Q

Other drivers, pedestrians, joggers, bicyclists, etc. that have difficulty seeing your vehicle may place themselves in your driving path, causing an accident.

A

What can happen if my vehicle is difficult to see

246
Q

It’s important to develop good scanning habits when you’re driving so that you can locate, identify, and react to hazards or problems early

A

What are the reasons to develop good scanning habits

247
Q

Peripheral vision might take you longer to process what you saw because

A

it will be out-of-focus

248
Q

-A person behind the steering wheel who might pull into traffic
-Persons in the vehicle who might exit into your path
-Persons standing beside or between vehicles who might move into your path
-Brake lights or turn signals activated indicating the vehicle may begin moving
-Exhaust from tailpipes indicating that the vehicle is running and could move
-Wheels turned away from the curb toward the traffic indicating that vehicle might be about to enter the traffic
-Other unexpected hazards

A

Some clues you should look for in parked vehicles that might indicate a potential problem or hazard

249
Q

-Glancing doesn’t give you enough of a look to adequately identify some hazards or to process what you’re seeing correctly.
-Neither a quick glance nor using your mirrors allows you the time or correct position to check the blind spot areas around your vehicle.
-Some mirrors, like convex mirrors, can distort the view you’re getting, especially the distance of vehicles in your rear-view mirrors.

A

Reasons for a 90 degree head check

250
Q

-A lot of people only check their rear-view and side mirrors when they plan to make a change of position or move, that is, changing lanes, passing someone, pulling out into traffic from a parked position, or backing up.
-Mirrors distort and reverse the image you’re seeing.
-Distances can seem further than they really are.

A

Shortcomings of rear-view and side mirrors

251
Q

How large are vehicle blind spots for a truck

A

Up to 8 ft in front
Up to 50 ft behind

252
Q

These can help you see vehicles in your side blind spots, especially when they’re right behind your rear bumper corners.

A

Convex or fish eye mirrors

253
Q

How do you practice good breaking

A

By using a smooth, controlled brake application every time you brake

254
Q

How do you apply drum, disc, and ABS breaking

A

Drum - pump brake pedal
Disc - squeeze brakes until you feel them lock the let up and squeeze again
ABS - apply steady firm pressure (do not pump)

255
Q

How far from the pedestrian walkway from the white stop line

A

Usually 3-6 ft

256
Q

Never assume

A

The right of way

257
Q

Precautions to take when driving in foggy conditions

A

-Reduce speed and increase the 3-4 second rule
-Use low beam headlights only (high beams reflect more light)
-Add flashers to alert other drivers in dense fog

258
Q

More than _____ of all flash flood fatalities are auto-related

A

Half

259
Q

How much water traveling at a high rate of speed can push a car off a road

A

6 inches

260
Q

Best advice for driving in a flooded area

A

DON’T

261
Q

After driving through deep water what should you do

A

Test your brakes

262
Q

How do you dry wet brakes

A

Put your car in a lower gear, drive slowly and lightly apply the brakes. Test them every 200 feet and continue braking until action returns to normal

263
Q

What is an indicator to see if ice is building up on the road during a cold rain

A

If ice is building up on your antenna
Lower rails or strands of guard rails along the highway

264
Q

The temperature at ground level can be at the freezing point even if it is _________ at windshield level.

A

Raining

265
Q

What is friction

A

The resisting force between to surfaces sliding against each other

266
Q

What is traction

A

The ability of two surfaces to grip each other.

267
Q

What type of skid do you lose steering ability

A

Front wheel

268
Q

What type of skid will the vehicle want to circle in a loop

A

Rear wheel skid

269
Q

What type of skid will the vehicle tend to go in a straight line

A

All wheel skid

270
Q

For a tractor trailer or a straight truck with a trailer what is the angle between the vehicle and trailer that makes recovering from a skid slim to none

A

15 degrees

271
Q

Occurs when you enter a curve too fast for the conditions and the tires don’t have enough traction to overcome the centrifugal force

A

Spinout

272
Q

Occurs when a wedge of water builds up in front of the tire causing the tires to lose contact with the road.

A

Hydroplaning

273
Q

When a skid is controllable this happens which can result in a second skid that is faster and more violent than the first.

A

Driver over-correction

274
Q

Common shoulder drift causes

A

-Driver concentration lapsing
-Vehicle entering a curve to fast
-Another vehicle, pedestrian, or animal causing driver to take evasive action

275
Q

Three parking goals

A

-Secure vehicle from moving
-Place vehicle in position it doesn’t impede traffic
-Have an easy, safe exit

276
Q

Whenever, wherever or however you’re parking

A

Always proceed slowly and cautiously and maintain your scanning for any potential hazards.

277
Q

When entering or exiting a garage

A

Always proceed slowly. Stop if necessary to allow your eyes time to adjust to the changing light.

278
Q

Avoid parking

A

Anywhere that puts you in a position to prevent the free flow of traffic in both directions.

279
Q

When arriving at a job what side of the street should you park

A

Same side as the job

280
Q

Where should you avoid parking if possible

A

In private driveways and across the street from driveways

281
Q

Never back into these parking spaces

A

Angled

282
Q

Incident reporting steps

A
  1. Check the scene for safety
  2. Contact emergency services for injuries
  3. Contact police
  4. Contact your supervisor
  5. Exchange information with other drivers
  6. Do not move your vehicle unless required
283
Q

4 things you never do while your vehicle is moving

A

-No use of cell phone, handheld, or hands-free device
-No excessive rushing
-No reading
-No looking at any electronic device

284
Q

This percent of crashes and near crashes are related to driver inattention within 3 seconds of the event

A

80% of crashes
65% of near-crashes

285
Q

University of Utah study concluded that doing this while driving was as dangerous as driving drunk

A

Talking on a cell phone (Even if its hands-free)

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