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Drive 4 Life
What The Driving Test Requires You must satisfy your examiner that you have fully understood
everything which you learned for the theory test and put this into practice. The car controls: - The main controls are
- Accelerator - Clutch - Footbrake - Handbrake - Steering and Gears. You
should understand what these controls do and be able to use them competently. Accelerator and Clutch - You should balance
the accelerator and clutch to pull away smoothly, accelerate gradually to
gain speed and press the clutch in just before the car stops. Footbrake: - You should brake
smoothly and in good time (lightly in most situations). Handbrake: - You should know how and
when to apply the handbrake. Gears: - You should choose the
right gears for your speed and road conditions. Change gear in good time so
that you are ready for a hazard or junction. Steering: - You should place your
hands on the steering wheel in either the 'ten-to-two' or 'quarter-to-three'
position, whichever is more comfortable. Keep your steering movements steady
and smooth; begin turning the wheel at the correct time when turning a
corner. Other Controls: - You should understand
the functions of all controls and switches, which have a bearing on road
safety. (Indicators, lights, windscreen wipers, demisters and heater). You
should know where to find these controls on the vehicle you are driving. The
meaning of gauges or other displays on the instrument panel - Speedometer -
various warning lights. Safety checks: - You should be able to
carry out routine safety checks such as - oil and coolant levels - tyre
pressures. In addition, you should be able to identify defects especially
with - steering, brakes, tyres, seat belts, lights, reflectors, horn, rear
view mirrors, speedometer, exhaust system, direction indicators, windscreen
wipers and washers. You should understand the effects which extra loads on
your vehicle. Loads such as a roof rack and luggage and extra passengers. Moving Off: - You should be able to
move off safely, under control making, on the flat, from behind a parked car
and on a hill where appropriate. You should use your mirrors and signal if
necessary, look around over your blind spot checking for traffic or
pedestrians. Move off under control making balanced use of the Accelerator,
clutch, brakes and steering. You should also you move off in the correct gear. Mirrors:
-Make
sure you use your mirrors effectively before any manoeuvre; to keep aware of
what is happening behind you. Check carefully before - moving off,
signalling, changing direction, turning to the left or right, overtaking or
changing lanes, increasing speed, slowing down or stopping and opening your
car door. Giving Signals: - You should signal in
plenty of time to let other road users, including pedestrians know what you
intend to do. You must only use the signals shown in The Highway Code. Your
signals should help other road users to understand what you intend to do and
to react safely. Always make sure that your signal is cancelled after use. Acting on signs and signals: -You should be able to
understand all traffic signs, all road markings and React to them in good
time. At the beginning of your test the examiner will ask you to follow the
road ahead. You will be asked to turn at junctions, but look out for lane
markings and direction signs. You will be expected to act on these. Traffic lights: - You must act correctly
at traffic lights. When the green light shows, check that the road is clear
before proceeding. Signals by authorised persons: - You must obey the
signals given by Police officers, traffic wardens and school crossing
patrols. Traffic calming measures: -Take extra care on
roads which have been altered by the addition of 20 mph speed limit zones,
speed restriction humps and width restrictions marked by bollards, post or
paved areas. Controlling your speed: - You should make
progress along the road bearing in mind road conditions, traffic, weather,
road signs and speed limits. Take great care in the use of speed, make sure
that you can stop safely; well within the distance you can see to be clear.
Leave a safe distance between yourself and other vehicles; leave extra
distance on wet or slippery roads, approach junctions and hazards at the
correct speed. Making progress: - You should make
reasonable progress along the road, drive at a speed appropriate to road and
traffic conditions and move off at junctions as soon as it safe to do so. You
should be able to choose the correct speed for the type of road, type of
density of traffic, weather and visibility. You should approach all hazard at
a safe speed. Emergency stop: - In an emergency you
should be able to stop the car as quickly as possible, safely, under control
and without locking the wheels. You should react quickly; try to stop in a
straight line and, in a short distance, under full control and without risk
to other road users. Reversing around a corner: - For this Remember to fasten your seat belt when
you have completed the reverse. You must make sure that you can carry out the
exercise correctly and safely. Check traffic and road conditions in all
directions. Reverse around the corner keeping a good lookout for traffic or
pedestrians, keep reasonably close to the kerb without striking or mounting
it, under full control. Your car will swing out as the front as you reverse
around the corner, keep a good lookout for other road users. Reverse
parking: -
You should be able to park your car safely either at the kerb (by reversing
into a space of about two car lengths) or off the road (by reversing neatly
into a bay). Parking at the kerb behind a parked car:
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Drive alongside the parked vehicle and position your car so that you can
carry out the exercise correctly and safely. Select reverse gear, use
effective all -round observation, reverse into the space of about two car
lengths, stop reasonably close and parallel to the kerb. (Keep a good lookout
for traffic and pedestrians all the time.) Reversing into a parking bay: - You should look at the
layout markings and the size of the space available. Use your mirrors and
signal if necessary, check your position, keep your speed down, use effective
all-round observation and look out for pedestrians. Reverse and park as
neatly as possible, with your wheels straight. Make sure that your vehicle is
neatly parked between the layout markings in the bay. You should reverse
under full control, safely, steadily showing consideration to other road
users. Turning in the road: - You should be able to
turn your car around in the road using forward and reverse gears so that it
faces in the opposite direction (This will take at least three moves). You should make sure that the road is
clear in both directions. Drive forward in first gear, turning the steering
wheel to the right as much as possible, steer briskly to the left just before
you pull up close to the opposite kerb and stop. Check all around, especially your blind
spots. Reverse, turning your steering wheel to the left as much as possible,
steer briskly to the right before you pull up close to the kerb behind you
and stop. Repeat if necessary until your car is
facing the opposite direction. You should control your car smoothly.
Make proper use of the accelerator, clutch, brakes and steering. Show
awareness of other road users. All-round observation is essential throughout
the manoeuvre. HAZARDS The Correct Routine: - A hazard is any
situation, which could involve adjusting speed or altering course. Look well ahead
where there are road junctions or roundabouts, parked vehicles, cyclist or
horse riders and pedestrian crossings. By identifying the hazard early you
will have time to take the appropriate action. You may have to deal with
several hazards at once or during a short space of time. This may mean using
your initiative and common sense to deal with the particular circumstances. M S M routine: - Mirrors - Signal -
Manoeuvre. Always use this routine when approaching a hazard. position of traffic around and behind
you. Signal - Signal your
intention to change course or slow down. Signal in good time. Manoeuvre - A manoeuvre is any
change of speed or position, from slowing down or stopping the car to turning
off a busy road. Road Junctions and Roundabouts: - You should use the MSM routine when you
approach a junction or roundabout, position your car correctly, adjust your
speed and stop if necessary. Use the correct lane if the road has lane
markings. In one-way street choose that lane as soon as you can do so safely.
If the road has no lane markings, when turning left, watch out for
motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians crossing. When turning right, you
should keep as close to the centre of the road as is safe, use effective
observation before you enter a junction. You should be able to observe road signs
and markings and act correctly and act correctly on what you see, judge the
correct speed on approach, slow down in good time, without harsh braking.
Judge the speed of the other traffic, especially at roundabouts and when you
are joining major roads. Position and turn correctly. Overtaking: - When overtaking you
must observe any signs and road markings which prohibit overtaking, allow
extra room, give motorcyclist, cyclist and horses at least as much room as a
car. They might swerve or wobble suddenly. Allow enough space after
overtaking, Don't cut in. You should be able to judge the speed
and position of vehicles Coming towards you, behind, which might be trying to
overtake you. In front, if you are planning to overtake. Overtake only when
you can do so safely, without causing other vehicles to slow down or alter
course. Meeting and Passing other Vehicles: - You should deal with
oncoming traffic safely and confidently. This applies on narrow roads, where
there are parked cars or other obstructions. If there is an obstruction on
your side of the road, or not enough space for two vehicles to pass safely,
you should use the MSM routine and be prepared to give way to oncoming
traffic. If you need to stop, keep well back from the obstruction to
give yourself a better view of the road ahead and room to move off easily
when the road is clear. When you are passing parked cars, allow at least the
width of a car door, if possible. You should show judgement and control when
meeting oncoming traffic, be decisive when stopping and moving off and allow
enough room when passing parked cars. Crossing the path of other Vehicles: - You should be able to
cross the path of other vehicles safely and with confidence. You normally
need to cross the path of the other vehicles when you have to turn right into
a side road or driveway. You should use the MSM routine, position your car
correctly and adjust your speed. Keep as close to the centre of the road as
is safe, watch out for oncoming traffic and stop if necessary. Watch out for
pedestrians crossing the side road, on the pavement, if you are entering a
driveway. If you stop behind another vehicle in a queue of traffic, leave
enough room to pull out if the car in front breaks down. You should that you
can turn right into a junction or driveway safely, using the MSM routine. You
shouldn't cause other vehicles to slow down, swerve or stop, cut corners or
go beyond the correct turning point before you begin to turn. Following behind at a safe distance: - You should always
drive so that you can stop in the distance you can see to be clear. Always
keep a safe distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. In good
conditions, leave a gap of at least one metre (just over 3 feet) for every
mile per hour you are travelling. Or leave a two second gap. In bad
conditions, leave at least double the distance, or a four-second-time gap. In
slow -moving, congested traffic it may not be practical to leave so much
space. You should be able to judge a safe
separation distance between you and the vehicle in front. Show correct use of
MSM routine, especially before reducing speed. Avoid the need to brake
harshly if the vehicle in front slows down or stops. Take extra care when
large vehicles such as lorries or buses ahead limit your view. Watch out for
brake lights ahead, direction indicators and vehicles ahead braking without
warning. Positioning and lane discipline: - You should normally
keep well to the left, keep clear of parked vehicles, avoid weaving in and
out between parked vehicles and position your vehicle correctly for the
direction you intend to take. You should obey all lane markings, especially
bus and cycle lanes. In one-way streets be particularly aware of bus and
cycle lanes. Left or right turn arrows at junctions. You should plan head,
use the MSM routine correctly, select the correct lane in good time and
position your vehicle sensibly, even if there are no lane markings. Pedestrian crossings: - You should recognise
the different types of pedestrian crossing, show courtesy and consideration
towards pedestrians and stop safely when necessary. At Zebra crossings - You must slow down
and stop if there is anyone on the crossing. You should also slow down and be
prepared to stop if there is anyone waiting to cross, know how to give the
correct arm signal, if necessary, before slowing down or stopping. At Pelican, Puffin and Toucan Crossings - You must stop if the
lights are red, give way to any pedestrians on a pelican crossing when amber
lights are flashing and give way to cyclists on a toucan crossing, as you
would to pedestrians. You should be able to approach a
pedestrian crossing at a controlled speed, stop safely when necessary and
move off when it's safe, keeping a good lookout. You should Never Park or overtake a
moving vehicle within the zigzag white lines, wave pedestrians across. Don't
approach a crossing too fast, drive over a crossing without stopping or
showing awareness of waiting pedestrians, block a crossing by stopping
directly on it. Don't hurry pedestrians by sounding your horn, revving your
engine, edging forward; takes late or incorrect action on traffic light
signals at controlled crossings. Selecting a safe place to stop: - When you make a normal
stop you should be able to select a place where you won't obstruct the road
or create a hazard, stop close to the edge of the road without mounting or
striking the kerb. Use the MSM routine, don't stop without sufficient
warning, cause danger or inconvenience to other road users. Awareness and Anticipation: - You should be aware of
other road users at all times, Also, always plan ahead. Judge what other road
users are going to do, predict how their actions will affect you and react
safely and in good time. You should show awareness of, and
consideration for, all other road users. Anticipation of possible danger and
concern for safety should also be shown. Pedestrians - You should give way to pedestrians
when turning from one road to another; take particular care with the very
young, the disabled and elderly. They may not have seen you and could step
out suddenly. Cyclist - Take special care when
crossing bus or cycle lanes, cyclist passing on your left and child cyclist. Moped riders and motorcyclist - Look out for moped
riders and motorcyclist in slow-moving traffic, coming up on your left and at
junctions. Animals - Take special care around animals. Give
horse riders and other animal handlers as much room as you can. Watch young,
possibly inexperienced, riders closely for signs of any difficulty with their
mounts. Plan your approach carefully. |
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