drivers ed module 6

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Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: oversized vehicles

"wide load", pilot car help warn motorist of oversized load or slow moving vehicle.

besides being illegal and dangerous to draft a truck, list two other reasons why this might be dangerous to do

- visibility is limited - debris could fall off

Sharing the road with Trains: how long does it take a train to stop going 55mph

1 mile

the front blind spot or no zone may extend up to ____ feet in front of the truck

20

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: Animals

Animals are most active between dusk and dawn, use headlights wisely to illuminate edges of road, when encountering animals stop and look for more.

Sharing the road with school busses and transit: School property

always exercise safe driving in school ground , maintain lower speeds and watch for hazards

Work Zone Safety: buffer zone

area between traffic and workers

Sharing the road with large vehicles: traveling behind or beside a loaded flat bed

bigger space gap to avoid objects that might spill out

Sharing the road with Trains: sharing the road with light rail vehicles and trollies

do not drive through or park on tracks or safety zone for passenger, don't pass on left, do not dive in front of an approaching light rail vehicle or trolley, keep a safe following distance

Sharing the road with school busses and transit: be aware and strategies to reduce risk

do not pass a parked buss, buss lanes identified a HOV and state buss only be carful when passing a parked buss passengers may be exiting and crossing street.

Work Zone Safety: transition area

drivers merge

what can motorcyclists do to manage risk?

education, know limits, riding gear, mental attitude, physical condition, and visibility

Sharing the road with school busses and transit: be aware and laws

flashing yellow -prepare to stop flashing red - stop law- stop for school busses with flashing red lights and sign extended stop and remained stopped until buss moves again stop if buss is loading or unloading with no sign only traffic in same direction must stop when no dived all traffic must stop

materials transported that may be solid, liquid, or gas that have physical and/or chemical characteristics and may pose dangers to the environment and/or humans are known as

hazmat

after passing a large truck and before returning to the lane in front of the truck, you must signal your intention, and you must also see the entre front of the truck and its wheels

in the side view mirror of your car

Sharing the road with large vehicles: stop lines at intersections

indicate where cars should stop to allow truck maximum turning space

Sharing the road with large vehicles: 555 mph stopping distance 265 ft what would it take a laded tractor trailer going 55 mph

just over the length of a football field

Work Zone Safety: Construction vehicles

lager and heavy, acceleration and braking take more time, the heaver the longer the stopping distance, blind areas around vehicle can be large and restrictive

Work Zone Safety: 9 rules

minimize distractions pay close attention turn on headlights do not tailgate do not speed up expect the unexpected be safe

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: funeral processions

never pass, police need side lanes to speed by and block off side streets

Work Zone Safety: flag person

present in cases of high hazard

Work Zone Safety: termination area

reached when you see a rectangular organ sign

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: slow moving vehicles

red sign indicator on vehicle, most collisions when they turn left, recognize, and do not assume turns.

the largest and most dangerous of the truck's blind spots is found on the

right side

Sharing the road with Trains: approaching rail road crossing

roll down window and turn down radio, search for signs / signals

Sharing the road with Trains: vehicle stalls in traffic

run away in opposite direction of debris

tanker trucks that carry liquids are often very dangerous. when the liquid inside the tank shifts from side to side causing the center of gravity to change in the tank, it is a situation known as

sloshing

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: farm machinery

slow down, be patient, do not pull out in front and procced to stop or slow rapidly, farm equipment can not stop or slow down as quick

Sharing the road with Trains: remember to

slow down, pay attention, stop at white line if there is a train, nd do not stop on tracks

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: snow plows

snow plow travel slower usually 25-30mph, do not pass, road conditions can be wore in front of plow

identify three things that affect the stopping distance of a large truck

speed, weight of load, and gravity

be aware: mopeds/scooters cannot be driven on a roadway where the speed limit is faster than 35mph. if it went any faster it would be classified as a motorcycle which requires a motorcycle license

strategies to reduce risks: a rider may turn sharply to avoid something in the road or a door being opened from a parked car

be aware: do not attempt to share a lane with a cyclist

strategies to reduce risks: after parking and before opening vehicle doors, use caution and check for bicyclists experienced bicyclists ca ride 20-25 mph and may be closer than you think

be aware: many people believe incorrectly that a motorcycle can stop quicker than a car

strategies to reduce risks: always signal intentions

be aware: yield to pedestrians in crosswalks whether marked or unmarked

strategies to reduce risks: be careful in school and residential areas. slow down and obey the slower speed limit.

be aware: a motorcyclist will often move within his/her lane to be seen or to see better

strategies to reduce risks: before turning check for motorcycles. do not assume a motorcycle is turning

be aware: pedestrian crossing sign

strategies to reduce risks: check for pedestrians before passing a stopped vehicle

be aware: research shows drivers, who also ride motorcycles, or have family members or close friends who ride, are less likely to collide with them - this indicates drivers can mentally train themselves to see motorcycles

strategies to reduce risks: check mirrors and blind spots or motorcycles

be aware: motorcycles are smaller and easily hidden/harder to see in the traffic mix

strategies to reduce risks: do not share a lane with a motorcycle

be aware: passengers can distract the driver. if the rider is not wearing warm protective gear during colder temperatures, the rider can be affected by hypothermia and be less aware of the surroundings. if the rider does not have a helmet the eyes can be affected by wind and debris

strategies to reduce risks: education courses for motorcyclists - Virginia rider training program - basic rider course - 2/3 wheel licensing - basic rider course II - advanced rider course - in street, in traffic training

be aware: yield to bicyclists the same as you would for pedestrians and vehicles

strategies to reduce risks: just as wind produced by a passing tractor-trailer can pull a car off course, it may also cause a cyclist to swerve out of control

be aware: when approaching or passing a bicyclist, slow down and give space. do not sound horn close to bicyclists. young riders may not fully appreciate the dangers or understand the rules of the road

strategies to reduce risks: law - 5ft recommended minimum 3ft of space

be aware: they have pedals that must be use to gain momentum before the low powered engine can kick in and supply additional power

strategies to reduce risks: leave plenty of room when passing a moped

be aware: you must wear a DOT-approved helmet when operating a moped you may not operate a moped if you ha been declared a habitual offender, or if your license is suspended or revoked for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs

strategies to reduce risks: moped picture

be aware: share the road sign

strategies to reduce risks: motorists should not drive in the bicycle lanes unless it is necessary to turn right

be aware: crosswalks may be marked or painted on the roadway

strategies to reduce risks: search for pedestrians in shopping centers

be aware: help pedestrian cross safely

strategies to reduce risks: stop for a pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog

be aware: bicycles are legally entitled to use the road

strategies to reduce risks: use caution around bicyclists at night, and when the roadway is wet or covered with sand or gravel

be aware: motorist speeding is a major factor in crashes with pedestrians

strategies to reduce risks: watch for seniors or people in wheelchairs at intersections

be aware: most motorcycles do not have self-cancelling turn signals

strategies to reduce risks: when following a motorcycle allow for more distance. maintain lane position and speed when passing a motorcycle

be aware: check for bicyclists before turning and backing. do not slow down or stop quickly after passing a bicycle

strategies to reduce risks: yield for bikes

be aware: more than 50% of pedestrian-motorist crashes occur at intersections

strategies to reduce risks: yield to pedestrians when making a right turn on red or a left turn at an intersection

when a tanker truck stops suddenly the liquid inside the tank rolls from back to front. this is called

surging

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: motor homes

they can be 40 ft long, visibility is limited my block drivers line of sight

reaction time

time to move your foot to the break

braking time

time to push down on the brake until the car comes to a complete stop.

perception time

time to see and evaluate the situation

Sharing the road with large vehicles: high winds cause driving problems for large trucks

true

when merging or exiting the freeway, you should, if possible, adjust your speed ad spacing to help the truck's driver merge onto or exit the freeway

true

Sharing the road with recreational vehicles: towed vehicles

watch for them swaying in high wind, when passing leave a lot of extra space

Sharing the road with Trains: where to stop at rail road crossings

white painted line

Sharing the road with large vehicles: big vehicles turning

your path will be partially or fully blocked


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