How do you handle driving hazards?
Slow down and drive at a safe speed that matches the flow of traffic Keep more distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Keep your windshield and windows clear; weather conditions can make it more difficult to see if a dirty window impairs your vision
What are 5 hazards drivers have to manage?
Identifying hazards when driving child chasing a ball onto the road parked car door opening vehicle merging into your lane or stopping suddenly in front of you slippery road surface after rain
What should you do when you see a hazard in the road in front of you?
What should you do when you see a hazard in the roadway ahead of you? Use your four way flashers or brake lights to warn other
What are the steps for seeing potential hazards in the roadway?
The four steps of the IPDE process are: I—Identify—Locate potential hazards within the driving scene P—Predict—Judge where the possible points of conflict may occur D—Decide—Determine what action to take, when, and where to take it E—Execute—Act by maneuvering the car to avoid conflicts
How can we prevent road hazards?
Following these defensive driving tips can help reduce your risk behind the wheel: Think safety first Be aware of your surroundings — pay attention Do not depend on other drivers Follow the 3- to 4-second rule Keep your speed down Have an escape route Separate risks Cut out distractions
What is a hazard while driving?
A hazard is described as anything that may cause a driver to change speed, direction, stop, or even cause harm Hazards are normally grouped into categories such as: • Other road users (eg pedestrians, drivers, cyclists, horses) • Environmental (eg weather, road surfaces)
What are the common road hazards?
Road hazards can include animals, rough roads, gravel, bumpy edges, uneven expansion joints, slick surfaces, standing water, debris, snow, ice, or objects that have fallen from a construction site or another vehicle In some cases, nobody is to blame for the road hazard
How can you protect yourself from a tailgater *?
Tap your brake lightly a few times to warn the tailgater that you are slowing down Brake slowly before stopping Avoid tailgaters when possible by changing lanes If you cannot change lanes, slow down enough to encourage the tailgater to go around you
What are 4 examples of hazards you may confront when driving in the country?
Some of the safety hazards present that are most likely to result in an accident include: Lack of accurate maps or signs Blind curves Unusually sharp curves or steep hills Narrow width that isn’t sufficient for vehicles to safely pass Obstacles on the road such as debris, animals and farm equipment
When looking for potential hazards while driving you should visually scan?
To avoid last minute moves, look down the road 10–15 seconds ahead of your vehicle so you can see hazards early Constantly staring at the road just in front of your vehicle is dangerous As you scan ahead, be alert for vehicles around you Watch for parked vehicles that are moving into traffic
What should you do when your vehicle hydroplanes?
How to handle your vehicle when hydroplaning Remain calm and slow down Avoid the natural urge to slam on your brakes Use a light pumping action on the pedal if you need to brake If you have anti-lock brakes, you can brake normally Once you’ve regained control of your car, take a minute or two to calm yourself down
Why is a tailgater a hazard?
The tailgater is a hazard to you because you have enough space ahead to position your vehicle if you brake suddenly, the tailgater might hit you from the rear the tailgater will brake if you do
When you see a hazard ahead what should you do?
In order to avoid last minute moves and spot possible traffic hazards, you should always look down the road ahead of your vehicle
When you identify a potential hazard while driving you must?
Different types of hazards While driving, you must scan the road ahead and around your vehicle, looking for anything which demands a change in speed, path of travel or lane position Pay special attention to anything which threatens to block your line of sight
What does it mean to minimize a hazard on the road?
compromise space give as much space as possible to the greater hazard minimize a hazard reducing risk by putting more distance between yourself and the hazard traction
When can I drive with hazards?
Use your hazard lights when your vehicle becomes a potential hazard for other road users If you’re parked on the side of the road changing a tire, it’s generally okay to have your hazards on Your car has broken down and you’re waiting for a tow
What is an immediate hazard in driving?
An immediate hazard exists if the approaching vehicle is so near or is approaching so fast that a reasonably careful person would realize that there is a danger of collision [or accident]
How do you spot hazards on hazard perception?
Hazard perception test: five top tips Practice the test first Know what a ‘developing hazard’ is and how to identify one Remember one clip has two hazards to identify Click as soon as you notice a potential hazard that might turn into a ‘developing hazard’ Don’t overdo the clicking – this will count against you
What is the greatest hazard for a driver?
The 9 Most Dangerous Things Drivers Do Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol NHTSA data paints a clear picture: drunk driving causes accidents Speeding Speeding is the second leading cause of traffic fatalities after drunk driving Driving too fast for the weather conditions Reckless driving
What should you ask yourself when looking for hazards?
Can you identify the hazards that are present?When conducting experiments with hazards or potential hazards, ask yourself these four questions: What are the hazards? What are the worst possible things that could go wrong? How will I deal with them?
What are two types of hazards when driving?
Preventing accidents and injuries takes preparing for all possible roadway hazards that may lie ahead Bad Traffic Bad traffic plagues drivers in metropolitan parts of California Reckless Drivers Wet or Oily Roads Potholes or Cracks Animals Crossing Construction Zones