Vulnerable Road Users Flashcards
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You are driving a bus on a residential street and see children playing near the kerb. What should you do?
Answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop, as children may run into the road
Children playing near the road are unpredictable and may suddenly run into the carriageway. You should slow down and be prepared to stop immediately.
When approaching a pelican crossing, you see a flashing amber light. What should you do?
Answer: Give way to any pedestrians still on the crossing, then proceed if clear
A flashing amber light at a pelican crossing means you must give way to any pedestrians still on the crossing, but you may proceed if the crossing is clear. Do not wave pedestrians across as this could be dangerous.
How should you react when you see a person with a white stick at a pedestrian crossing?
Answer: Be prepared for them to take longer to cross and give them extra time
A person carrying a white stick may be blind or partially sighted. They may take longer to cross and may not be aware of your presence. Give them extra time and space.
You are overtaking a cyclist on a narrow road. What is the minimum safe passing distance recommended?
Answer: 1.5 metres
The Highway Code recommends giving cyclists at least 1.5 metres of space when overtaking at speeds up to 30 mph, and at least 2 metres at higher speeds. For large vehicles like buses, even more space may be needed.
What special consideration should you give to motorcyclists when driving your PCV?
Answer: They are easily hidden in your blind spots and affected by your vehicle's slipstream
Motorcyclists can easily be hidden in a PCV's blind spots. Additionally, the slipstream from a large vehicle like a bus can buffet a motorcyclist, causing them to lose control.
You are approaching a toucan crossing. What makes this crossing different from a pelican crossing?
Answer: Both pedestrians and cyclists can use it together
A toucan crossing allows both pedestrians and cyclists to cross together. The name 'toucan' comes from 'two can' cross. Cyclists do not need to dismount at a toucan crossing.