Rules of the Road: Lights, Accidents, and Alcohol Limits

Practice questions covering the rules for vehicle lighting, accident procedures, and legal alcohol limits based on the provided lecture notes.

When may emergency or hazard lights be used?

Only in an emergency or when the vehicle is stopped in a hazardous position.

What is the headlight requirement for motorcyclists?

They must have their headlights on at all times.

When must vehicles other than motorcycles have their headlights on?

Between sunset and sunrise and when visibility is less than $150\,m$.

Up to what distance should main beams (brights) be able to illuminate objects?

Up to $100\,m$ ahead.

Under what condition must main beams be dipped, and what is the maximum illumination distance for dipped beams?

They must be dipped in the face of oncoming traffic and should not illuminate the road more than $45\,m$ ahead.

What are the specific conditions for using parking lights?

When a vehicle is parked outside of a parking bay or in a dark area more than $12\,m$ from a streetlight.

Which groups or vehicle types are authorized to use adjustable spotlights?

Doctors, vets, at breakdowns, and official vehicles.

What are the first three steps to take when involved in a vehicle accident?

1. Stop your vehicle immediately. 2. Establish if there are injuries and call the police. 3. Provide assistance to the injured.

What specific information must be provided after a vehicle accident?

Your name and address, the vehicle registration number, and the name and address of the vehicle owner.

Within what timeframe must an accident be reported to a police station, and what document is required?

Within $24\,hours$ with your driving licence in your possession.

What is the rule regarding substance consumption after an accident?

You may not take any alcohol or drugs before reporting the accident.

When is a driver permitted to move a vehicle after an accident involving injuries?

Only with the authorisation of an official and after the position of the vehicle has been marked.

What are the legal alcohol limits for ordinary drivers?

Less than $0,05\,g$ per $100\,ml$ of blood and $0,24\,mg$ per $1000\,ml$ of breath.

What are the legal alcohol limits for professional drivers?

Less than $0,02\,g$ per $100\,ml$ of blood and $0,10\,mg$ per $1000\,ml$ of breath.