alertness - anticipation and awareness (study and practice dvsa app)

when looking at road signs and markings

(and anything that gives information about any hazards)

what 2 things shouldyou simple do

follow their advice

slow down if necessary

you need to watch other road users

what should you try and do when it come to other users

try to anticipate their actions

what is it important to try and anticipate road users actions

to make sure you’re ready if you need to slow down or change direction

when following a large vehicle what do you need to do to make sure they can see you/know you’re there

you have to stay well back

if you can’t see the vehical’s mirrors the driver may not be able to see you or know you’re there

as well as making you easier to see for other drivers what does staying back from vehicles help with

helps to see the road ahead much more clearly

name 3 more vulnerable road users you need to be aware of when driving

pedestrians

cyclists

motorcyclists

you need to be aware of others

when is it especially important to watch out for pedestrians

where they may be hiding or approaching a crossing

you need to be aware of others

what should you do if you see cyclists

always pass slowly and leave plenty of room

you need to be aware of others

when it comes to watching out for motorcyclists what is it import to keep in mind when trying to see them

the view of them may be obscured by your windscreen pillar

what might happen when you get to a traffic light that has been green for a while

you might need to stop so be prepared to stop as the lights might change

no matter how prepared you are there might be an emergency that means you need to stop quickly

what to do with the wheel shoud you do to help keep control of your vehicle

you need to keep both hands on the wheel as you break to keep control of your vehicle