Driver Attitude and Awareness Flashcards

You are driving your bus on a narrow residential street when you meet an oncoming vehicle. What should your approach be?

Answer: Show patience, be prepared to give way, and if necessary, stop to allow the other vehicle to pass

A professional PCV driver should show courtesy and patience, being willing to give way.

A car driver makes an aggressive gesture at you after you pull out from a bus stop. How should you react?

Answer: Stay calm, do not react, and continue driving professionally

Maintaining composure and not retaliating is the professional response to road rage.

What is meant by defensive driving in the context of PCV operation?

Answer: Anticipating hazards, maintaining safe distances, and planning ahead to avoid conflict

Defensive driving involves being aware of potential hazards, anticipating problems, and taking preventive action.

Fatigue is one of the biggest risks for PCV drivers. Which of the following is a recognised early sign of driver fatigue?

Answer: Difficulty concentrating and frequent yawning

Difficulty concentrating and yawning are well-recognised early warning signs of fatigue.

You notice a cyclist ahead on a busy urban road. How much space should you leave when overtaking?

Answer: At least 1.5 metres, reducing speed and being prepared for the cyclist to move

The Highway Code recommends leaving at least 1.5 metres when passing cyclists at speeds up to 30 mph.

What does the hierarchy of road users in the Highway Code mean for PCV drivers?

Answer: Those who can cause the greatest harm have the greatest responsibility to reduce the risk to others

PCV drivers, operating large vehicles that can cause the most harm, bear the greatest responsibility for the safety of more vulnerable road users.