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Weather & Hazardous Conditions Flashcards

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  1. When driving in heavy rain, what is the safest following distance to maintain behind the vehicle ahead?

    Answer: At least 4 seconds

    In heavy rain, stopping distances increase significantly, so a minimum following distance of 4 seconds is recommended.

  2. A passenger requests that you drive faster during a snowstorm to reach their destination on time. What should you do?

    Answer: Explain that safety requires reduced speed and maintain safe speeds

    A TLC driver is responsible for passenger safety and must maintain safe speeds regardless of passenger requests.

  3. What is 'black ice' and why is it particularly dangerous for TLC drivers?

    Answer: A thin, nearly transparent layer of ice on roads that is hard to see

    Black ice is a thin transparent coating of ice on pavement that is nearly invisible, making it extremely treacherous because drivers may not detect it until they lose control.

  4. During a heavy snowfall, your windshield wipers cannot keep up with accumulation. What is the correct action?

    Answer: Pull over safely, stop, and clear the windshield before continuing

    Operating a vehicle without adequate windshield visibility is illegal and extremely dangerous; you must stop and clear obstructions.

  5. When approaching a flooded section of roadway, what should a TLC driver do?

    Answer: Turn around and find an alternate route

    Flood waters can be deeper than they appear, and even a few inches of moving water can affect vehicle control; turning around is the safest option.

  6. What should a TLC driver do if the vehicle begins to skid on an icy road?

    Answer: Steer in the direction of the skid and ease off the accelerator

    Steering into the direction of the skid (counter-steering) and gradually releasing the accelerator helps regain control of the vehicle.

  7. How does fog affect a TLC driver's use of headlights?

    Answer: Low beams or fog lights should be used, as high beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility

    High beams in fog create glare by reflecting off the water droplets, while low beams or fog lights provide better visibility closer to the road.