ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training Hazard Perception Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the 'see-think-act' concept in hazard perception for CDL drivers?

Accepted Answer

A systematic approach to identifying hazards, evaluating risk, and taking appropriate action

Answer

See-think-act is a systematic hazard management approach: see the hazard, think about the risk it presents, and act to avoid or minimize the danger.

Question 2

When scanning the road ahead, how far ahead should a CMV driver look in a highway driving environment?

Accepted Answer

At least 12 to 15 seconds ahead

Answer

CMV drivers should scan at least 12 to 15 seconds ahead on highways, which equates to about a quarter mile at highway speeds, to provide adequate time to identify and respond to hazards.

Question 3

What is a 'stale green light' and why is it a hazard?

Accepted Answer

A green light that has been green for a while and may change to yellow soon

Answer

A stale green light is one that has been green for an unknown amount of time and may be about to change. CMV drivers should prepare to stop because they cannot stop as quickly as smaller vehicles.

Question 4

Why are railroad crossings particularly dangerous for CMV drivers?

Accepted Answer

Trains always have the right of way and CMVs have long stopping distances

Answer

Trains always have the right of way, cannot stop quickly, and CMVs need significantly more time and distance to clear crossings due to their length and slower acceleration.

Question 5

What should you look for when approaching a curve as a hazard perception practice?

Accepted Answer

Road surface conditions, banking, advisory speed signs, and potential oncoming traffic

Answer

When approaching a curve, scan for road surface conditions, the degree of banking, advisory speed signs, sight distance limitations, and the potential for oncoming traffic crossing the center line.

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Practice Test

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Practice Test

ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training Hazard Perception Questions and Answers 2