Alberta driving chapter 6 - Emergency Situations and Challenging Condtions
If both headlights fail, do the following: • Turn ___ your hazard lights. • Turn the headlight control off and on. • If the headlights are still not on, reduce your speed, safely move to the emergency stopping lane or edge of the road, and park in a safe place.
on
If glare makes it difficult to see the road, ___ your speed.
reduce
You should ___ your speed and leave lots of space between yourself and emergency personnel and equipment at the scene.
reduce
In the winter time you should ___ your speed and allow ___ time for stopping and starting.
reduce, more
While using the threshold breaking technique If the wheels lock, ___ the brake pedal slightly to regain steering control.
release
A warning light on your instrument panel will light if there is a problem. It should light before your brakes stop working. When you see the brake warning light come on, check that the park brake has been ___.
released
If a tire goes flat while you are driving, you should ___ apply the brakes immediately.
not
True or False: The key to emergency braking is to stop the vehicle as quickly as possible without losing control of your vehicle.
... True
If you are having mechanical problems on the highway or in a location that is potentially dangerous, when it is safe, you should place reflective triages at the rear of your vehicle, about ___m to ___m apart.
10, 20
Always yield to emergency vehicles with siren or lights operating. Maintain a safe following distance of at least ___ m
150
When driving at night use your low beam headlights when you are following within ___ metres (one-and-one-half city blocks) of another vehicle.
150
When you are driving at night or at any time when you cannot see clearly ___ metres in front of you, you must turn your headlights on.
150
You are required to report all collisions to the police or local law enforcement if the overall damage exceeds $___
2000
Use your low beam headlights when you are within ___ metres of oncoming vehicles.
300
Motorists must reduce speed to ___ km/h or the posted speed, whichever is lower, when passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks that are stopped with their lights flashing. This law applies to the lane(s) immediately next to the stopped vehicles.
60
If you have a vehicle with power brakes, the power system could fail. This may occur if your engine stops while you are still moving. If the vehicle does not slow with normal pressure on the brake, push the brake pedal___ and apply steady pressure.
harder
On wet roads, your tires may lose contact with the road surface. This is called ___. The loss of contact between the road surface and your tires can cause you to lose control of your vehicle.
hydroplaning
You are required to report all collisions to the police or local law enforcement if anyone has been ___ or ___.
injured, killed
True or False: If your vehicle does not have ABS breaks to break in emergency situations you should use threshold breaking where you press firmly on the brake pedal to the point just before the wheels lock.
True
True or False: In vehicles without ABS, braking hard can cause the wheels to stop rolling. The wheels are 'locked' when the brakes are applied and they stop rolling. This can cause you to lose steering control. If your wheels lock, ease off the brake pedal.
True
True or False: Most vehicles are equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS)
True
True or False: The anti-lock braking system (ABS) allows you to steer while the brakes are being applied.
True
True or False: To break in an emergency in a car with abs you should not pump or release the brakes but apply steady firm pressure
True
True or False: With ABS you can brake as hard as you need without losing your ability to steer.
True
In smoke and fog, use ___ beam headlights as ___ beams reflect the light back to you, creating glare
low, high
If you are the first person at the scene of a collision, stop from ____ the collision in a safe location.
away
When it is raining, use___ beam headlights, as ___ beams reflect the light back to you, creating glare.
low, high
When driving at night avoid looking directly at oncoming headlights so they do not blind you. Look slightly ___ and to the ___ edge of your driving lane until the vehicle passes you.
down, right
The fine for speeding in areas with ___ ___ and ____ is doubled.
emergency vehicles, construction
True or False: If you drive off the paved portion of the roadway you should immediately steer back onto the road.
false
If a tire goes flat while you are driving you should hold the steering wheel with a ___ grip and steer your vehicle in the direction you want to go.
firm
True or False: If you drive off the paved portion of the roadway, you should keep a ___ grip on the steering wheel.
firm
How you steer in a skid depends on the direction of the skid. Look and steer in the direction you want the ___ of the vehicle to go. Do not make ___ steering adjustments, point the tires along the centre of your lane.
front, large
If an animal suddenly appears in front of you brake___ and prepare to take evasive action. Choose an escape route away from oncoming traffic.
hard
If you find yourself stranded off the highway and your vehicle is in a safe place, it is usually safer to ___ with your vehicle.
stay
True or False: A cornering skid occurs when you are travelling too quickly when turning, causing the vehicle to slide sideways.
true
True or False: A flat rear tire may make your vehicle weave.
true
True or False: A power skid occurs when you accelerate too quickly, causing the wheels to spin.
true
True or False: After a collision with another vehicle if police are called to the scene, all drivers must remain
true
True or False: Be sure your exhaust system is checked whenever you take your vehicle in for servicing.
true
True or False: Black ice is caused by moisture freezing on the road surface.
true
True or False: Bridge decks and overpasses tend to form slippery patches more readily than other road surfaces.
true
True or False: Carbon monoxide can get into your vehicle from a leaky exhaust system. Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that is colourless, odourless, tasteless and, therefore, very dangerous.
true
True or False: Consider having the following emergency supplies in your car at all times: • first aid kit • approved warning devices like reflective triangles • booster cables • non-perishable food • jack and inflated spare tire • flashlight with extra batteries • tow rope • headlight replacement bulbs
true
True or False: Daytime running lights are not bright enough to be used at night. They are too dim and the tail-lights and instrument panel lights will not be on.
true
True or False: Do not try to do roadside repairs on crowded or fast-moving highways.
true
True or False: Do not use cruise control when the weather and road conditions are poor.
true
True or False: Drive in a manner that reduces the possibility of having your vehicle skid. Plan ahead so you will not have to suddenly brake or steer.
true
True or False: Ensure your vehicle's windows are properly cleaned inside and outside to improve visibility and reduce glare.
true
True or False: Flashing lights from emergency vehicles will warn you of a problem ahead. Reduce speed, carefully change lanes if necessary and be prepared to stop.
true
True or False: If a tire goes flat while you are driving when you have the vehicle under control and speed is reduced, apply the brake with gentle and steady pressure move to the emergency stopping lane or edge of the road and park in a safe place with your hazard warning lights on
true
True or False: If a tire has an air leak you may feel, through the steering wheel, the vehicle begin to pull and a vibration as you hold the steering wheel
true
True or False: If an air leak in your tire is not corrected soon, the tire will become flat.
true
True or False: If it is a potentially dangerous situation, have all occupants leave the vehicle and wait at a safe location to the rear and away from the vehicle
true
True or False: If the road is not familiar to you or the conditions are not ideal, reduce your speed.
true
True or False: If visibility becomes so poor that it is no longer safe to continue driving, slow down and move your vehicle well off the road to a safe location. Turn on your hazard lights (four-way flashers). Do not attempt to drive until conditions improve.
true
True or False: If you are involved in a collision, give assistance where you can, protect the scene, and notify emergency assistance if needed. • Exchange names, contact information and insurance details with the other driver(s) involved. • Record the names and contact information of all witnesses. • Do not discuss who was at fault. • Record the time, location, weather and any other details that may be important. • Notify your insurance company as soon as possible.
true
True or False: If you are not in the lane next to the stopped vehicles, you still need to be watchful and cautious.
true
True or False: If you are the first person at the scene of a collision offer assistance if possible, and protect the scene with flashing hazard lights and warning triangles so that other vehicles do not become involved. If it is necessary to notify the police or emergency medical services, be as accurate as you can, especially about the condition of any injured people and the location of the collision.
true
True or False: If you damage any traffic control device, a parking meter or any public property, you must report this to the police immediately, even if the damages are less than $2,000.
true
True or False: If you drive off the paved portion of the roadway you should try to avoid breaking.
true
True or False: If you experience a power skid: • Take your foot off the gas pedal to allow the wheels to stop spinning. • Make any needed steering corrections. Look and steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go. • Be careful not to over correct your steering or you may skid in the opposite direction. • Use gentle acceleration to continue moving forward.
true
True or False: If you see a vehicle with flashing green lights, treat it like any other emergency vehicle.
true
True or False: If your brakes fail Park your vehicle in a safe location. Do not drive until the brakes have been checked and repaired properly.
true
True or False: If your brakes fail you may be able to shift to a lower gear to bring your vehicle to a safe and controlled stop.
true
True or False: If your brakes fail, and your wheels are not turned, carefully use your park brake to slow your vehicle.
true
True or False: If your power steering fails, you can still steer the vehicle. You will have to use extra effort to turn the steering wheel.
true
True or False: If your vehicle is having mechanical problems that require you to stop, turn on your hazard lights (four-way flashers) and raise your hood.
true
True or False: If your vehicle is having mechanical problems that require you to stop, you should not stop on a bridge or in a tunnel.
true
True or False: In case of mechanical problems with your car you should carry reflective triangles in your car.
true
True or False: In the winter Intersection areas may become icy more quickly because of vehicle exhaust, engine heat, and vehicles spinning their wheels or skidding.
true
True or False: In the winter if you are stranded with your car you should run the engine just enough to stay warm and keep the vehicle ventilated while the engine is running. Open a window a small amount to assist air circulation to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
true
True or False: It is very important that you keep your foot off the brake pedal if you start to skid.
true
True or False: Maintain your vehicle. Have it serviced before winter arrives. Be sure that your vehicle's battery, tires, exhaust system, windshield wipers and heating system are in good working condition.
true
True or False: Most vehicles come with a brake system that will protect you against a total failure of your brakes
true
True or False: Often a driver cannot see black ice.
true
True or False: On bridge decks and overpasses you should avoid unnecessary lane or speed changes.
true
True or False: Road maintenance and construction vehicles can be used or parked on any portion of the road.
true
True or False: Shaded areas may still be icy even after the sun has melted the ice on other parts of the road.
true
True or False: Skidding means you have lost control of the vehicle.
true
True or False: Skids can occur in the following situations: A skid can occur when you: • drive too quickly on poor road conditions like ice, snow, rain, mud, sand or gravel • turn the steering wheel too sharply • turn the steering wheel too much for the speed you are travelling • brake too firmly • accelerate too quickly
true
True or False: The road surface, the speed of your vehicle, turning, and the condition of your tires can contribute to a skid
true
True or False: To reduce the chance of a collision with an animal, do the following: • Reduce your speed, look well ahead, and use caution in areas with wildlife warning signs. • Scan the sides of the road for animals. • Be careful at dusk and dawn since animals tend to be more active at these times. • Watch for sudden, unusual spots of light on or near the road at night. This may be the reflection of your headlights from an animal's eyes. • Animals sometimes move in groups. If you see one animal, there may be more.
true
True or False: To regain control after a skid, do not touch the brake or the accelerator, and look and steer where you want the front of the vehicle to go.
true
True or False: Visibility is reduced at night. Do not overdrive your headlights. Travel at a speed that allows you to respond safely or stop in the distance lit by your headlights.
true
True or False: When a front tire is flat, the vehicle will pull strongly to the side that has the flat tire.
true
True or False: When an ambulance, fire or police emergency vehicle is approaching from any direction and is sounding a siren, you must yield the right-of-way. • Safely move your vehicle to allow the emergency vehicle passage. • Drive as closely as possible to the right curb or edge of a two-way roadway. • Move right or left to the nearest curb on one-way streets. • Stop until the emergency vehicle has passed. Check that no other emergency vehicles are approaching.
true
True or False: When driving at night Be sure that your headlights are properly aimed so that they do not bother or interfere with other drivers.
true
True or False: When driving at night you should use your low-beam headlights if there is oncoming traffic, even when the highway is divided.
true
True or False: When it is raining you should be careful not to splash other vehicles and pedestrians.
true
True or False: When road conditions are poor due to bad weather, allow more time for your trip. Increase your following distance, reduce your speed and maintain your space cushion.
true
True or False: When you are hydroplaning you should not break
true
True or False: You must notify the owner of an unattended vehicle of any damage caused through a collision. If you are unable to locate the owner, you must securely attach your name, address, driver's licence number, vehicle plate number and phone number and phone number to the damaged vehicle.
true
True or False: You should replace a headlight or headlight bulb as soon as it burns out.
true
True or False: if the asphalt looks shiny and black instead of grey-white, be cautious, and reduce your speed without braking as it may be black ice.
true
True or False: you should follow directions given by emergency personnel directing traffic.
true
True or False:If a tire goes flat while you are driving you should take your foot off the gas pedal and allow the engine to slow you down.
true
You should carry the following Winter emergency supplies in your vehicle: • blankets and extra clothing • sand or road salt • shovel • heat source, candle, matches and a deep can to hold the candle • ice scraper and snow brush • tire chains
true
In the winter when the temperature rises to the point where the snow begins to melt, roads can become ___ slippery.
very
____ ____ ____ use flashing green lights on their emergency response vehicles when responding to a fire or other emergencies.
volunteer fire fighters
