Florida Drivers Ed Handbook - 2. Preparing to Drive You and 3. Occupant Protection

Why is drowsy driving dangerous?

It slows down your thoughts and reaction time
Affects your judgement and vision.
Impairs your senses and abilities.
Causes microsleep (nodding/dozing off) or completely falling asleep.

What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerous around you?

Remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and the other driver as possible.
Slow down and let the other driver pass.
Do not make eye contact or obscene gestures.

What are the three main categories of distracted driving?

Visual - Taking your eyes off the road
Manual - Taking your hands off the steering wheel
Cognitive - Thinking about anything other than driving

Why is texting one of the most dangerous distracted driving behaviors?

Texting involves all three categories of distracted driving.

Can anyone drink and drive safely?

No one can drink alcohol and drive safely, even if you have been driving for many years.

Both your judgement and vision are affected after drinking alcohol. Which is affected first?

A person's judgement is the first thing affected after drinking alcohol

What can happen to you if you are in a crash and not wearing a seatbelt?

You are far more likely to be killed in a car crash if you are not wearing your seatbelt

What age are children required to be in a car seat/safety seat?

Children under the age of 4 are required to be in a safety seat

What age are children required to be in a car seat/safety seat or booster seat?

Children ages 4 and 5 are required to be in a safety seat or booster seat

If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle and the front seat passenger under 18 years old is not wearing a safety belt, who will be charged with the seat belt violation?

The driver of the vehicle will be charged with the seat belt/child restraint violation