DKT NSW Fatigue and Distraction 3

Question 1

A driver wants to check a text message at a red light. Is this permitted in NSW?

Accepted Answer

No, it is illegal to use a hand-held phone even when stationary in traffic

Answer

Yes, because the vehicle is stationary

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Yes, if the driver is in a turn-only lane

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Yes, provided the hazard lights are on

Question 2

What is the safest time to drive to minimise fatigue risk during a long interstate journey?

Accepted Answer

During daylight hours when the body is naturally alert

Answer

Between midnight and 6 am to avoid traffic

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Late afternoon to arrive in the evening

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Early evening to use quieter roads

Question 3

Which of the following distractions is classified as a cognitive distraction while driving?

Accepted Answer

Having a hands-free phone conversation

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Adjusting the side mirror

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Checking the speedometer

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Watching the road ahead

Question 4

Research shows that driving after being awake for 17 hours is comparable in impairment to a blood alcohol concentration of approximately:

Accepted Answer

0.05

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0.02

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0.10

Answer

0.15

Question 5

Under NSW law, which of the following drivers is allowed to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving?

Accepted Answer

No driver is permitted to use a hand-held phone while driving

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Drivers over 25 years old on an open licence

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Drivers in rural areas with no pedestrians present

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Delivery drivers checking their route

Question 6

Which of the following strategies does NOT help reduce driver fatigue on a long trip?

Accepted Answer

Turning up the music and opening the windows

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Sharing the driving with another licensed driver

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Taking a 15-minute nap when feeling sleepy

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Planning the trip to include regular rest stops

Question 7

In NSW, if a driver is distracted and causes a crash, what is the most likely legal outcome?

Accepted Answer

A penalty notice and possible demerit points or criminal charges depending on severity

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No penalty if the distraction was brief

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Only an insurance claim with no traffic penalty

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A voluntary driver improvement course with no licence impact