SGI Safe Driving Practices Flashcards

In Saskatchewan, what is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for fully licensed drivers?

Answer: 0.08 (80 mg/100 mL)

Fully licensed drivers in Saskatchewan may face criminal charges at 0.08 BAC, with administrative sanctions beginning at 0.04 BAC.

What is the zero-tolerance BAC rule in Saskatchewan?

Answer: Drivers under 22 or on a learner/novice licence must have 0.00 BAC

In Saskatchewan, drivers under 22 years of age and those on a learner or novice licence must have zero alcohol in their system.

What is the safest action when feeling drowsy while driving?

Answer: Pull over in a safe location and rest

The only effective remedy for drowsy driving is sleep; pulling over and resting is the only truly safe option.

When is a driver required to signal before turning or changing lanes?

Answer: At least 100 m (highway) or 30 m (city) before the turn or lane change

Saskatchewan traffic law requires a signal at least 30 metres before a turn in a city and at least 100 metres before a turn on a highway.

What should a driver do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches from behind?

Answer: Pull to the right and stop until the emergency vehicle passes

Drivers must pull to the right side of the road and come to a complete stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

What does Saskatchewan's Slow Down Move Over law require when passing emergency or tow vehicles stopped on a highway?

Answer: Slow down and move into an adjacent lane if safe to do so

Drivers must slow down and, where possible, move into a lane away from the stopped vehicle to protect first responders and tow operators.