Pedestrians and Vulnerable Road Users Flashcards
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Even when traffic lights are green, when must you still give way to pedestrians?
Answer: When you are turning and a pedestrian is crossing your path
When turning at traffic lights, you must still give way to pedestrians legally crossing the road you are turning into.
What should you do if you encounter a horse and rider on the road?
Answer: Slow down, give plenty of space, and avoid sudden noises
Horses can be easily frightened — you must slow down, pass wide and quietly, and follow any hand signals from the rider.
What is the maximum speed a mobility scooter is permitted to travel on a road in New Zealand?
Answer: 15 km/h
Mobility scooters are permitted on the road but must not travel faster than 15 km/h.
A school bus has stopped with its lights flashing to let children off. What must you do?
Answer: Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and children are clear
When a school bus is stopped with flashing lights, you must stop and wait until the lights stop and it is safe to proceed.
Are pedestrians allowed to cross the road away from a marked crossing in New Zealand?
Answer: Yes — but they must give way to vehicles when crossing away from a crossing
Pedestrians may cross anywhere, but away from marked crossings they must give way to vehicles and cross safely.
When driving past a bus stop where a bus has pulled in and stopped, you should:
Answer: Slow down and watch for pedestrians who may step out from behind the bus
Passengers may step out from behind a stopped bus unexpectedly to cross the road, so you must slow down and watch carefully.
Road workers wearing high-visibility vests are ahead. What should you do?
Answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop as directed
High-visibility clothing signals a work zone — you must slow down and follow all directions given by workers or signs.
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