Module 6 topic 6-8

1. Work zones are areas set up by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) for _______________________ and may involve closures, detours and moving equipment.

roadwork

2. The Virginia Department of Transportation maintains 57,867 miles of roadway. It is important for drivers to recognize safety precautions when interacting with work zones. Approximately 35,000 people per year are injured as a result of motor vehicle ___________________________________________________________ in work zones.

crashes

3. Work zones are set up for a variety of reasons, including: Construction; Repairs; Resurfacing; Redesigning; Landscaping; Mowing; Litter removal; and Incident response. It is important to be prepared to ____________ down or stop in these areas.

slow

4. Construction vehicles are typically larger than passenger vehicles, and

· When loaded, acceleration and braking times ___________________________.

increase

4. Construction vehicles are typically larger than passenger vehicles, and

· Will have a _______________________________ stopping distances as a result of increased braking time.

longer

4. Construction vehicles are typically larger than passenger vehicles, and

· Will have larger ______________________________________________ zones.

blind

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Minimize ____________________________ by avoiding activities such as using cell phones, changing radio stations/changing songs in your playlist, eating or engaging in any other activity that takes your eyes off the roadway.

distractions

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Pay close attention. Signs and work zone ______________________ save lives.

flaggers

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Turn on your headlights so workers and other ________________ can see you.

motorist

6. __________________________________________ colored signs indicate a change and warn motorists of highway work zones.

orange

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Keep up with traffic ______________________ and dedicate your full attention to the road and those traveling around you.

flow

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Don't speed. Note the speed limits in and around the ________________ zone.

work

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Be patient. Remember, the work zone crew members are working to _________________________________________________ your future travels.

improve

5. These are the 9 simple rules for driving safely in work zones:

· Don't tailgate. Unexpected ________________ frequently occur in work zones.

stops

7. Flag-persons are used when one lane is blocked due to construction. When instructed by flaggers to ___________________________________________, do so – it’s the law.

stop

8. A _______________ work zone is set in one place for the duration of the project and a _____________ work zone is set in place and is moved as needed. Examples of Mobile Work Zones include grass cutting, road paving and guardrail installation/repair.

statonary, mobile

9. There are five areas of a work zone:

advanced warning area, transition area, buffer area, work area, termination area.

10. The ______________ warning area has orange signs or other warnings that alert you to construction and maintenance areas ahead.

5

11. In the transition area, lanes _____________________ or merge and the traffic pattern may change. Motorists can help maintain traffic flow by moving to the appropriate lane as soon as safely possible when approaching a work zone.

narrow

12. The buffer area is a _____________________ barrier between you and the work zone. Warning ______________ and flashing arrows are used day and night to give advance warning and directional information to drivers.

safety, lights

13. Barricades, vertical signs, concrete barriers, drums and cones are the most common devices used to guide drivers safely through the ___________________________ area.

work

14. When you reach the ______________ area, stay in your lane and maintain your speed until you are completely clear of the work zone.

exit

1. When driving behind these large vehicles, your line-of-sight can be _______________.

restricted

2. ___________________________________ following distance to improve line-of-sight.

Increase

3. Not all RV (recreational vehicle) drivers are experienced and some motor homes can be _____________________________________ feet long, not including a tow vehicle.

inexperienced

4. When interacting with RVs, keep these things in mind:

· Cornering with a large RV requires ________________________ turning radius.

more

4. When interacting with RVs, keep these things in mind:

· RV drivers will have larger _________________ zones than a passenger vehicle.

blind

4. When interacting with RVs, keep these things in mind:

· Merging and yielding requires patience because the RV is ________ than a car.

bigger

5. Visibility is a major problem when driving behind an RV because it can limit the line-of-sight. Because of this limit in visibility, drivers should _________________ following distance to improve line-of-sight.

increase

6. ____________________________ vehicles present another set of considerations when driving. Vehicles can be seen towing a variety of items: conventional travel trailers, folding travel trailers, fifth-wheel trailers, cargo trailers, motorcycles, or boats.

Towing

7. Drivers should watch for trailers ____________ in high winds, particularly cross winds.

swaying

8. When passing larger vehicles, leave a larger space ____________ around your vehicle.

cushion

9. When sharing the road with oversized vehicles, remember that when mobile homes are being transported, they are often preceded and followed by vehicles that carry a ___________________________________________________________________ sign.

"Wide Load"

10. __________ cars help warn motorists of oversized loads and/or slow-moving vehicles.

Pilot

11. The slow-moving vehicle emblem is the _______________ fluorescent orange emblem bordered in red. Be prepared to _____________________ your speed when you see a vehicle with this emblem.

trianglular, adjust

12. Most collisions with a slow-moving vehicle occur when it makes a ____________ turn.

left

13. Don't assume that a slow-moving vehicle pulling to the right side of the road is going to turn right or is going to let a driver ________________________________________.

pass

14. Horse-drawn vehicles are more prevalent in some ____________________ of Virginia. Drivers should be aware when in these areas.

regions

15. The horse-drawn vehicle should display a slow-moving vehicle emblem on the rear.

· When encountering horse-drawn vehicles, you will need to __________ speed.

reduce

15. The horse-drawn vehicle should display a slow-moving vehicle emblem on the rear.

· Pass with caution and do not use the _____________________ because it could scare the horse.

horn

16. While it is best not to be on the road with snowplows, sometimes this cannot be avoided. It is important to keep in mind:

· Snowplows travel slowly, usually _________________________________ mph.

25-30

16. While it is best not to be on the road with snowplows, sometimes this cannot be avoided. It is important to keep in mind:

· When driving behind one, leave ample space and resist the temptation to __________. Road conditions could be much worse in __________ of the plow.

pass, front

16. While it is best not to be on the road with snowplows, sometimes this cannot be avoided. It is important to keep in mind:

Snowplow drivers need to concentrate on their task and the road conditions in front of them, so they may not spot a ______________________ trying to pass.

vehicle

17. Funeral processions have their own set of rules and driver respect is important.

· Never __________________________________________ a funeral procession.

pass

17. Funeral processions have their own set of rules and driver respect is important.

· Pull over to the _______________________ and wait for the procession to pass before continuing, just as you would with an emergency vehicle.

curb

17. Funeral processions have their own set of rules and driver respect is important.

· Even though it is the law to yield the right of way, it is also a sign of _____________________________________ for the deceased and their family.

respect

17. Funeral processions have their own set of rules and driver respect is important.

· Police officers need unhindered lanes to speed by the procession to block-off side streets or guide the cars through dangerous ________________________.

intersections

18. Animals on the roadway often require the driver to make difficult but necessary decisions. Keep these guidelines for animals in mind:

· Animals tend to look for food between ________________________ and dawn; therefore, they are more active during these times.

dusk

18. Animals on the roadway often require the driver to make difficult but necessary decisions. Keep these guidelines for animals in mind:

· Use your__________ beams when possible, to illuminate the __________ of the road at night.

high, edges

18. Animals on the roadway often require the driver to make difficult but necessary decisions. Keep these guidelines for animals in mind:

· When encountering animals in or near the side of the road, slow down and scan for ___________________________. Where there is one animal, there are likely to be more nearby.

others

18. Animals on the roadway often require the driver to make difficult but necessary decisions. Keep these guidelines for animals in mind:

· Avoid _________________ your headlights. The animal could become confused and move into the vehicle’s path.

flashing

19. Reacting to animals in your path of travel:

· If you see an animal in your path, slow down and/or ______________________ if it is safe to do so.

stop

19. Reacting to animals in your path of travel:

· If it is safe, brake firmly, but in a _______________________________ manner.

controlled

19. Reacting to animals in your path of travel:

· If a collision seems inevitable, don't __________________ to avoid the animal. You may lose control of your vehicle.

swerve

19. Reacting to animals in your path of travel:

· Report a deer-vehicle collision to the police and your _____________ company.

insurance

20. Emergency vehicles use the sound of a siren, air horn and strobe lights _____________ the public.

alert

21. There are different types of __________ vehicles encountered on roadways including: Police; Ambulance; Fire; Incident Response Vehicle; and Helicopters (Life Flight).

emergency

22. You MUST yield to emergency vehicles with their lights and/or sirens on. You must immediately drive as close as possible to the ________________ edge of the roadway.

right

23. On one-way streets, drivers should pull to the right or left–whichever is the nearest a __________________________________________.

curb

24. If it is impractical or dangerous to stop on the ________________________ side of the roadway, clear a path, stop and stay stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed.

right

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

· Do NOT _____________________ intersections, driveways, or other roadways.

block

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

· Follow the instructions of the emergency __________ – police, fire, flagger, etc.

staff

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

· Do NOT ________ at the scene of an emergency unless you are asked to do so.

stop

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

Do NOT ___________________________________________ at the crash scene.

stare

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

· Do NOT drive over ______________ hoses or any other emergency equipment.

fire

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

· Never park your vehicle within _____________ feet of fire vehicles/equipment when they are answering an alarm.

500

25. These are important points to know when sharing the road with emergency vehicles:

· Never follow an emergency vehicle closer than _______________________ feet when its lights are flashing.

500

26. The Move Over law now requires driver to move over, or when unable to change lanes, ______________________ down, for all vehicles displaying emergency flashers.

slow

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· ____________________________________________________________ down.

slow

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· Look both ways and cross the tracks quickly, if no ___________ is approaching.

train

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· Pay attention to _________________________________ signs, lights and gates.

crossing

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· Listen for train _____________________________________ and crossing bells.

sounds

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· Make sure you have enough room for your entire vehicle to safely __________ all tracks before attempting to cross.

cross

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· Never ________________________________________________ on the tracks.

stop

1. These procedures must be followed at railroad crossings:

· Stop behind the stop line if a train is approaching and make sure all tracks are ____________________________________________ before proceeding across.

clear

2. Many railroad crossings have signs, lights and gates to __________________________ you about railroad crossings.

caution

3. Railroad Crossing Ahead: A round ______________________ warning sign with an “X” symbol and black “RR” letters are placed along the road prior to a railroad crossing. The sign cautions you to slow down, look and listen for a train and be prepared to ___________________________________________________ if a train is approaching.

yellow, stop

4. Railroad Crossing ________________: A white, X-shaped sign with “Railroad Crossing” printed on it is located at the railroad crossing. You must _____________ for a train or railroad vehicle that is approaching the intersection. Your vehicle must remain behind the __________________ line or prior to the intersection until the intersection is clear.

Crosswalk, wait, stop

5. Low Ground Railroad Crossing: A steep _____________ where the railroad tracks cross the road may cause the bottom of low vehicles to get caught or drag on the tracks.

slope

6. Parallel Railroad Crossing with Crossroad: Found on roads running ______________ to railroad tracks indicating the road ahead will cross those tracks. It also warns drivers making a ____________________________ that there is a highway-rail grade crossing immediately after the turn. Look both ways, listen for and yield to trains.

parallel, turn,

7. Railroad Crossing 2 Tracks: At highway-railroad grade crossings with more than one train track, the ___________ of tracks will be posted. These signs warn you that there is more than one track and there may be more than one train crossing. Even when the first track is clear, check to be sure the second track if clear before ____________.

number,procceeding

8. Railroad Crossing Gate: At some highway-railroad grade crossings, in addition to the signs, you may see side-by-side __________________ that will flash alternately. When a train is approaching, and lights are flashing, you must stop prior to the stop line or gate crossing area. At some highway-railroad grade crossings, a crossing ___________ will lower when a train is coming. You may not move around the gate until the gate is lifted or the lights have stopped.

lights, gate

9. Light Rail _______________________ Vehicle Approaching: Warning signs to promote pedestrian and motorist safety at highway-rail crossings.

Transit

10. In the event of an emergency if your vehicle stalls on the RR tracks, do the following:

· Check in ______________________________ directions for approaching trains.

both

10. In the event of an emergency if your vehicle stalls on the RR tracks, do the following:

· Do not __________________ to your stalled vehicles. Returning to your stalled vehicle is dangerous. Trains could approach at any time.

return

10. In the event of an emergency if your vehicle stalls on the RR tracks, do the following:

· Call the emergency number that is posted near the _______________, local law enforcement or 911. Give the operator the _________ digit number and letter that identifies the crossing. The railroad will know which crossing is blocked and an oncoming train may be stopped by the dispatcher.

crossing, 6

10. In the event of an emergency if your vehicle stalls on the RR tracks, do the following:

· Get everyone out of the vehicle and a safe _________________ from the tracks (run away from the tracks at an angle in the direction of the approaching train).

distance

11. When sharing the road with light rail and trolleys:

· Traffic signals used to control these vehicles are marked with a ____________.

"T"

11. When sharing the road with light rail and trolleys:

· Do not __________________________________________________ on the left.

pass

11. When sharing the road with light rail and trolleys:

· Do not drive through or ______ on tracks or safety zones meant for passengers.

park

11. When sharing the road with light rail and trolleys:

· Never ________________ in front of an approaching light rail vehicle or trolley.

turn

11. When sharing the road with light rail and trolleys:

· Maintain safe following __________________________________________.

distance