Vulnerable Road Users Flashcards

What does a flashing amber beacon on a vehicle indicate?

Answer: A slow-moving or stationary vehicle that may be a hazard — pass with care

Flashing amber beacons (amber warning lights) are used on slow-moving vehicles such as refuse lorries, highway maintenance vehicles and agricultural machinery to warn other road users.

Under the updated Highway Code hierarchy of road users, which group sits at the top of the hierarchy?

Answer: Pedestrians

The 2022 Highway Code introduced a formal hierarchy placing pedestrians at the top, followed by cyclists, then horse riders, then motorcyclists, then cars, with those who can cause the most harm bearing the greatest responsibility.

What should an ADI specifically teach learner drivers about pedestrians at roundabouts?

Answer: Pedestrians crossing exits and entrances to the roundabout should be given way to by drivers

The Highway Code requires drivers to give way to pedestrians crossing exits and entrances when navigating a roundabout, recognising pedestrian crossings and informal crossing points on the approach roads.

When driving near a school at arrival or departure times, drivers should:

Answer: Reduce speed significantly and watch for children running into the road

School zones at busy times present a high risk from children crossing unexpectedly; reduced speed ensures the driver can stop within the distance they can see to be clear.

A person using a white cane with a red band is:

Answer: Deafblind — requiring extra patience as they may not hear or see your vehicle

A white cane with a red band indicates the user is deafblind (both visually impaired and deaf); they cannot hear approaching vehicles or see signals, requiring exceptional patience and care.

What specific duty do cyclists have towards pedestrians on shared-use paths?

Answer: Cyclists must give way to pedestrians and not intimidate them with speed or proximity

On shared-use paths, cyclists must be considerate of pedestrians, reduce speed when passing and never intimidate them; pedestrians remain the most vulnerable users even on shared paths.