Myanmar DA Part I Module I cheat sheet

Red circular signs are prohibitory: they forbid an action (no entry, no overtaking, speed limit, no parking).

Red triangular signs with a white face are warning signs: they announce a hazard ahead such as a bend, junction, school, or narrowing road.

Blue circular signs are mandatory: they order an action (turn left, keep left, minimum speed, route for a vehicle class).

Yellow or white rectangular signs are informational: they give directions, distances, place names, or facility locations.

A solid continuous centre line means no crossing or overtaking; a broken line may be crossed when it is safe and legal.

A double solid line on your side forbids crossing; when lines differ, obey the line nearest your vehicle.

A stop line is a solid white line across your lane: stop before it at a STOP sign or red signal, then proceed only when clear.

Traffic signal sequence is red, red plus amber, green, amber, red; amber alone means stop unless stopping is unsafe.

A flashing red signal is treated as a STOP sign; a flashing amber signal means proceed with caution after giving way.

Myanmar drives on the right; overtaking is normally done on the left of the vehicle being passed.

At an uncontrolled junction the general rule is to give way to traffic already on the junction and to traffic approaching from the right.

A vehicle turning across oncoming traffic must give way to vehicles going straight ahead or turning the other way.

At a roundabout, give way to traffic already circulating before entering; signal left to leave.

Keep left of the centre line on two-way roads and return to the left lane as soon as overtaking is complete.

Signal before every change of direction, lane, or speed, and check mirrors and blind spots before moving.

Emergency vehicles with siren or flashing lights have priority; pull to the left and stop if necessary to clear the way.

Safety belts are required for the driver and passengers; children must use an appropriate restraint or sit in the rear.

Never drive after drinking alcohol or taking drugs that impair control; driving under the influence is an offence.

The two-second rule sets a safe following gap in good conditions; double it to four seconds in rain, mud, or darkness.

Stopping distance equals thinking distance plus braking distance; both rise with speed, and braking distance rises with the square of speed.

Wet or gravel surfaces and worn tyres reduce grip, so reduce speed before bends rather than braking inside them.

Use the mirrors-signal-manoeuvre sequence for every lane change, turn, and stop.

In fog or heavy rain, use dipped headlights, slow down, and increase the gap; do not use high beam in fog.

When a vehicle skids, ease off the accelerator and steer gently in the direction you want the front of the car to go; avoid harsh braking.

Fatigue impairs reaction time like alcohol; stop and rest at the first signs of drowsiness rather than continuing.

At night, dip headlights for oncoming traffic and when following another vehicle to avoid dazzling other drivers.

Motorcyclists and pedestrians are hard to see: scan for them at junctions, and give cyclists and pedestrians extra room.

Check engine oil with the engine off and the car level; the level should sit between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.

Engine coolant is checked only when the engine is cold; never open a hot radiator cap because pressurised coolant can scald.

Tyre pressures are checked cold; under-inflation increases fuel use, heat, and the risk of a blowout.

The legal minimum tyre tread depth is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread around the whole circumference.

Brake fluid level drops as pads wear; a falling level or a spongy pedal signals a fault to be checked immediately.

Battery terminals should be clean and tight; a clicking starter or dim lights often indicates a weak battery or loose connection.

The dashboard warning lights for oil pressure, battery charge, and brakes mean stop safely and investigate; do not ignore them.

Windscreen washer fluid and wiper blades should be checked regularly, since visibility in the monsoon season depends on them.

A learner must hold a valid learner permit and drive only under the supervision of a qualified licensed driver.

Learner and probationary drivers must display the required learner or probationary sign on the vehicle.

The licence class must match the vehicle: a motorcycle licence does not authorise driving a car or lorry.

A licence carries an expiry date and must be renewed before it lapses; driving on an expired licence is an offence.

Carry your licence whenever driving and produce it when requested by a police officer.

Demerit or penalty points accumulate for traffic offences; reaching the threshold can lead to suspension of the licence.

Report a change of name, address, or medical fitness to the licensing authority so the licence record stays correct.

Every motor vehicle must be registered with the road transport authority before it is used on a public road.

The registration certificate and the number plate issued for the vehicle must match the vehicle and be kept valid.

Registration and road tax must be renewed on time; driving an unregistered or untaxed vehicle is an offence.

The vehicle must pass the periodic technical inspection or roadworthiness test required for its type and age.

Third-party insurance covering injury to others is compulsory; driving without valid insurance is an offence.

Sell or transfer a vehicle only with the correct transfer paperwork so liability passes to the new owner.

Keep the vehicle's documents in order: registration, insurance, inspection certificate, and licence should all be valid together.

A driver involved in a crash must stop, give assistance, and report the incident to the police.

Failing to stop after an accident, or leaving the scene, is a serious offence.

Drivers must obey lawful directions from police officers and traffic wardens controlling traffic.

Carrying more passengers or a heavier load than the vehicle is permitted for is an offence and affects braking and stability.

Loads must be secure and must not project dangerously or obscure lights, mirrors, or the number plate.

Driving without a valid licence, registration, or insurance can lead to fines, vehicle seizure, or prosecution.

Giving false information or using a forged licence or document is an offence punishable by law.

Amber plus red means prepare to go but do not move until green shows.

Green means proceed if the way is clear; it does not give an absolute right of way over pedestrians already crossing.

A yellow box junction should not be entered unless your exit is clear, to avoid blocking the junction.

A broken white line separates lanes of traffic travelling in the same direction and may be crossed to change lanes.

Zebra and pedestrian crossings require you to slow down and give way to pedestrians on the crossing.

Direction arrows painted in a lane commit you to that direction; do not change lane inside a junction.

A stop sign requires a complete stop at the stop line every time, even when the road appears clear.

In the monsoon season, reduce speed and increase following distance because wet roads lengthen braking distance and hide potholes.

On flooded roads, avoid driving into water of unknown depth; water can stall the engine and hide deep holes.

On narrow rural roads, slow down at bends, sound the horn where visibility is limited, and expect oncoming vehicles, animals, and pedestrians.

Never coast downhill in neutral; use a low gear so engine braking helps control speed on long descents.

Before overtaking, confirm the road ahead is clear, no solid line forbids it, and no vehicle is already overtaking you.

When dazzled by oncoming headlights, slow down and look toward the left edge of your lane until the vehicle passes.

If a tyre bursts, hold the steering firmly, ease off the accelerator, and avoid braking hard until you have slowed.