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L3 CERAD EXAM 3 (FINAL EXAM)
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L3 CERAD EXAM 3 (FINAL EXAM)Who is Rule H1 for?
For all road users
Who is Rule H2 for?
Drivers, motorcyclists, horse drawn vehicles, horse riders & cyclists
Who is Rule H3 for?
For drivers and motorcyclists
What is Rule H1?
For all road users are aware of The Highway Code, and considerate to the other road
users and have an understanding of their responsibility for the safety of others.
What is Rule H2?
At junctions you should five way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a road into
which you are turning. You must give way to pedestrians and cyclists on a parallel
crossing
What is Rule H3?
Should not cut across cyclists, horse riders or horse drawn vehicles going ahead when
you are turning into or out of a junction or changing direction or lane, just as you would
not turn across the path of another motor vehicle. This applies whether they are using a
cycle lane, a cycle track or riding ahead on the road and you should give way to them.
What is Rule 89 of the Highway Code about?
Vehicle condition
What is Rule 89 of The Highway Code?
You must ensure your vehicle and trailer comply with the full requirements of the Road
Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations and Road Vehicle Regulations
Who sets the penalties?
Parliment
Who decides what sentence is imposed?
,The Courts
Who issues the penalities?
The Courts
What indicates some of the main offences and the associated penalties?
The penalty table
What is the purpose of the penalty point system?
Intended to deter drivers and motorcyclists from following unsafe motoring practices.
According to the law (RTOA 44 & 45), what must the court do regarding the
endorsement of points on a licence?
The court must order points to be endorsed on the licence according to the fixed
number or the range set by parliament.
What does the accumulation of penalty points set to the drivers?
Acts as a warning to drivers and motorcyclists that they risk disqualification if further
offences are committed
When does a driver or motorcyclists face disqualification according to the law (RTOA
s.35)?
A driver or motorcyclists who accumulates 12+ points within a 3-year period must be
disqualified. This will be for a minimum of a 6 month or longer period if the driver or
motorcyclist has previously been disqualified.
What discretionary power does the court have regarding disqualification for offences
carrying penalty points?
For every offence which carries penalty points, the courts have a discretionary power to
order the licence holder to be disqualified,
When is the court required to order disqualification, according to the law (RTOA s.34)
In cases of serious offences (like dangerous driving and drink-driving) the court must
order disqualification. The minimum period is 12 months, but for repeat offenders or
where the alcohol level is high, it may be for longer.
, According to Rule 126 of the Highway Code, what is the recommended approach
regarding stopping distances?
Drive at a speed that will allow you to stop well withing the distance you can see to be
clear.
How should you adjust your driving in relation to the vehicle in front, as per the Highway
Code?
Leave enough space between you and the vehicle in front so that you can pull up safely
if it suddenly stops or slows down. The safe rule is never to get closer than the overall
stopping distance.
What is the recommended gap between your vehicle and the vehicle in front?
two seconds (normal), four seconds (wet roads), ten seconds (icy roads).
Why is it important to maintain a safe distance from large vehicles and motorcycles?
Large vehicles and motorcycles need a greater distance to stop. If driving a large
vehicle in a tunnel, you should allow a four-second gap between you and the vehicle in
front.
What is tailgating?
Tailgating is where the gap between you and the vehicle in front is too small for you to
be able to stop safely if the vehicle in front suddenly brakes.
Why is tailgating considered dangerous according to The Highway Code?
Dangerous, intimidating and can cause collisions, especially when driving at speed.
Keeping a safe distances from the vehicle
When must you put on fog lights?
When visibility is less than 100m (328ft)
What advice does Rule 237 of The Highway Code provide regarding vehicle ventilation?
Keep your vehicle well ventilated to avoid drowsiness.
What cautionary note does Rule 237 offer about road surfaces under certain
conditions?
Be aware that the road surface may become soft or if it rains after a dry spell it may
become slippery. These conditions could affect your steering and braking.
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