Safe Driving Practices Assessment (OSHA-10)

Car crashes in the United States result in high costs. In what areas do these high costs occur?

-Money -Human lives

Which of the following are things you should do to minimize driving risks?

-No cells phone while driving -No speeding -No alcohol or drugs -No driving or riding without a seat belt -Minimize distraction -Avoid driving at night -Don't wear headphones or earplugs while driving

According to Federal law, anyone what age or younger is prohibited from driving on public roads as part of their job?

16

How frequently should you take breaks when driving long distances?

Every 2 hours

Which of the following images illustrates safe driving?

Keeping eyes on the road and both hands on the wheel while driving

Where should you be alert while driving?

anywhere you drive

Looking away from the roadway to get something out of the glove box is an example of which kind of distraction?

biomechanical/manual

What is the number one cause of death for teens in the U.S.?

car crashes

Daydreaming while driving is an example of which type of distraction?

cognitive

What is the leading cause of vehicle accidents?

distracted driving

Eileen was responding to a text message on her way home from work when a deer ran out in front of her car. Which of the four main causes of accidents is involved in this situation?

driver

Crumbling asphalt on a busy city thoroughfare has led to potholes deep enough to snap a wheel off an axle. Which of the four main causes of accidents is involved in this situation?

roadway

After coming down a long winding mountain road, Michael's brakes overheat and give out. Which of the four main causes of accidents is involved in this situation?

vehicle

After a night of heavy rain, a thick coating of morning fog has all but stopped traffic through the east side of town. Which of the four main causes of accidents is involved in this situation?

weather condition