Jordan Driving Theory Light flashcards
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- Octagon sign meaning
- An octagonal sign always means STOP. You must come to a complete halt at the stop line, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and proceed only when it is safe.
- Inverted triangle sign
- An inverted triangular sign means YIELD or GIVE WAY. Slow down, be prepared to stop, and give priority to traffic on the road you are joining or crossing.
- Flashing red light
- A flashing red traffic signal is treated exactly like a STOP sign: stop completely, yield to cross traffic, and proceed only when the way is clear.
- Steady amber light
- A steady amber or yellow light means stop unless stopping would be unsafe. It is a warning that red is coming, not a signal to accelerate through.
- Solid centre line rule
- A continuous solid centre line must not be crossed or straddled, except to pass a stationary obstruction when it is safe. Broken lines may be crossed when safe.
- Box junction rule
- Do not enter a yellow criss-cross box unless your exit is clear. The exception is when turning right and only oncoming traffic blocks you.
- Zebra crossing restrictions
- On approach to a zebra crossing you must not overtake, park, or stop on the markings, and you must give way to pedestrians on or entering the crossing.
- Lane arrow meaning
- Directional arrows painted in a lane are mandatory. If the arrow points left, you must turn left from that lane; following the arrow is not optional.
- Uncontrolled junction priority
- At an uncontrolled intersection, yield to traffic already in the junction and to vehicles approaching from your right, following the right-hand-traffic rule.
- Left turn priority
- When turning left across oncoming traffic, you must yield to vehicles going straight or turning right. Proceed only when a safe gap exists.
- Roundabout entry rule
- In right-hand traffic, give way to traffic already circulating from your left before entering a roundabout. Enter only when a safe gap is available.
- Four-way stop order
- When vehicles arrive simultaneously at a four-way stop, the vehicle on the right proceeds first. Opposite vehicles both going straight may proceed together.
- Two-second rule
- Stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead in good conditions. Double the gap to four seconds in rain, at night, or behind large vehicles.
- Braking distance scaling
- Braking distance increases with the square of speed: doubling speed roughly quadruples braking distance. Thinking distance grows linearly with speed.
- Wet road following gap
- Wet roads can double braking distance, so increase your following gap and reduce speed. On ice, braking distance can multiply several times over.
- Safe speed principle
- A safe speed lets you stop within the distance you can see to be clear. Reduce speed on crests, bends, at night, and in poor visibility.
- Overtaking side rule
- In right-hand-traffic countries, overtake on the left. Overtaking on the right is only allowed when the vehicle ahead is turning left or in slow queues.
- No-overtaking locations
- Never overtake at pedestrian crossings, on bends, at crests, at junctions, or where a solid line prohibits it, because visibility and space are insufficient.
- Parking near junctions
- Do not park within a set distance of junctions, crossings, bus stops, or fire hydrants, and never block driveways, footpaths, or emergency access.
- U-turn restrictions
- U-turns are prohibited where signs forbid them, on motorways, at pedestrian crossings, and wherever visibility is restricted or other traffic would be endangered.
- Documents to carry
- You must carry a valid driving licence of the correct category, the vehicle registration, and a valid insurance certificate whenever driving.
- Drink-driving offence
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious offence carrying heavy fines, licence suspension, and possible imprisonment.
- Seat belt requirement
- Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and all passengers. Children must use an appropriate child restraint suited to their size and weight.
- Demerit point system
- Many moving violations add demerit points to your licence. Accumulating points can lead to suspension or revocation, with penalties escalating for repeat offences.
- Pre-trip vehicle checks
- Before driving, check tyres, lights, brakes, steering, mirrors, wipers, and fluids. Warning lamps on the dashboard should be investigated before departure.
- Load security rules
- Loads must be secure and must not obscure lights, plates, or mirrors, exceed permitted weights, or endanger other road users. Projecting loads must be marked.
- Minimum tyre tread
- Tyre tread must remain above the legal minimum, commonly 1.6 mm. Worn tyres increase stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning on wet roads.
- Insurance requirement
- Valid insurance must cover the vehicle and driver. Third-party liability is the minimum legal requirement in most systems, and driving uninsured is an offence.
- Hazard scanning pattern
- Scan 12 to 15 seconds ahead and check mirrors every 5 to 8 seconds. Keep your eyes moving to spot developing hazards early.
- Fatigue driving rule
- Take a break at least every two hours on long drives. Yawning, drifting, or heavy eyes mean stop and rest, because fatigue impairs reaction time.
- Tyre burst response
- If a tyre bursts, hold the wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and steer to a safe stop at the side of the road.
- Crash scene priorities
- At a crash scene, secure the area, call emergency services, and avoid moving injured people unless there is immediate danger such as fire or traffic.
- Recovery position use
- Place an unconscious but breathing casualty in the recovery position and monitor breathing. If not breathing, start CPR and use an AED if available.