Space to the Sides
Safe drivers will manage what little space they have by
keeping their vehicle centered in the lane and avoiding driving alongside others
. Staying centered in a lane – Keep your vehicle centered in the lane to maintain safe clearance on either side.
How can you control the space ahead of your vehicle?
- Space Management.
- Keep a Space Cushion to the Front.
- Keep a Space Cushion to the Side.
- Keep a Space Cushion to the Back.
Which space do you have the most control over in a car?
Drivers have the most control over
the space directly in front of the vehicle
. Stop where you can see the tires of the vehicle in front of you touch the road. This allows for room to maneuver or escape when needed.
Which choices are space management techniques?
- Speed control.
- Lane positioning.
- Communication.
When should you manage the space ahead of behind and beside your vehicle?
You need to save, clear distance ahead of your vehicle in order to see the road and react to changing conditions. By law, you must keep enough space in front of your vehicle so that you can safely stop if the vehicle ahead abruptly stops. In ideal conditions, maintain
a four second following distance at all times
.
What is the first thing you must do to better manage your space?
What is the first thing you must do to better manage your space?
You must search the roads for new information on road conditions and other drivers
.
What is the safest way to turn your vehicle around?
- The safest way to turn your vehicle around is to drive around the block.
- When backing to the left, the front wheels move far to the right of the rear wheels.
- When parking uphill on the right side when there is a curb, steer left, shift to Neutral, and roll back to the curb.
What space management involves?
Space management is a multi-step process that requires
data gathering, analysis, forecasting, and strategizing
. In practice, it involves creating a space management system that identifies floor layouts and occupants throughout your organization.
What is the space your vehicle will occupy?
path of travel
: This is the space your vehicle will occupy as you travel ahead. target area: Your target is the aiming point where you want to go. The target area is the section of the roadway where the target is located and the area to its right and left.
What is the space management system we use while driving?
The SEE system
is a defensive driving strategy that allows you to avoid collisions, by keeping the space around your vehicle free from obstacles – it is a space management system.
Why should you keep more space in front of your vehicle when following a motorcycle?
Lighter vehicles stop more quickly
. So, if you are following a motorcycle or smaller car, you should leave more space in case the vehicle suddenly comes to a halt or quickly reduces speed in order to drive around an object in the road.
What are some reasons why it is so important to leave space behind the back of a truck?
- Tire blowouts. Ever noticed some chunks of rubber on the highway? …
- Wind. Some think that trucks, because they are so heavy, are unaffected by the wind around us. …
- Blind spots. Every car has blind spots. …
- Wide turns. Because of their size, trucks make wide turns.
What are the 6 areas of space around a vehicle?
- Front.
- Left Front.
- Right Front.
- Rear.
- Left Rear.
- Right Rear.
How do you manage your space and time?
- Space Management.
- Keep a Space Cushion to the Front.
- Keep a Space Cushion to the Side.
- Keep a Space Cushion to the Back.
What are three ways drivers control the speed and placement of a vehicle?
- Speed control.
- Lane positioning.
- Communication.
How do you keep your car centered in the lane?
- Keep Your Focus Ahead (Peripheral Vision) …
- Relax Your Grip on the Wheel. …
- Reduce Distractions in Your Car. …
- Keep an Eye on the Lines. …
- Maintain Equal Tire Pressure. …
- Don't Focus Too Much On the Vehicle In Front.
What is controlled braking?
Explanation The method of controlled braking involves
applying the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels
. If you need to make large steering adjustments while using controlled braking, you should remove your foot from the brake pedal, steer, then reapply the brakes.
What is the safest way to turn your vehicle around to go the opposite way if you have parked in a busy high street?
What's the safest way to turn your vehicle around so you can go the opposite way? Explanation:
Make sure you carry out the manoeuvre without causing a hazard to other vehicles
.
How do you change lanes?
- Turn on your signal.
- Check your mirrors.
- Check your blind spot by looking over your shoulder.
- If it is safe, change lanes.
- Turn off your signal after completing the lane change.
How far in advance can you make a turn?
You should signal
at least 100 feet before you turn
so the other drivers can be ready. Check your vehicle's turn signals often to ensure they are working properly.
What is the 5 second rule in driving?
If it takes you 3-5 seconds to pass an object after the car ahead of you has passed it,
you're at a safe following distance
. You'll need more space the faster you're driving, so keep that in mind. If you follow any closer than 3 seconds, you'll be tailgating the person in front of you, like a big jerk.
When you back your vehicle you should?
- Place your right arm on the back of the passenger seat.
- Turn your shoulders and head to the right.
- Look out of your rear window.
- Use your left hand at the top of the steering wheel to steer.
- Keep your foot on the brake pedal.
- Back up slowly.
What is the area of space around the vehicle that is free of restrictions hazards and conflicts when you use it?
The area of space all around your vehicle is called
space cushion
.
What are four ways you can communicate with others while driving?
The communication devices of your car include:
turn signals, brake lights, hazard lights, a flash of the headlights, and the horn
. Sometimes you may communicate by waving or nodding. Use turn signals every time you turn or change lanes.
When two vehicles try to occupy the same space at the same time it is called?
Crashes
are a result of two or more vehicles trying to occupy the same space at the same time.
What are the three steps a good driver takes to increase space management and reduce risk?
Space management system (SEE) – a three-step process (
search, evaluate, execute
) that can help you understand what is going on in traffic and to be constantly planning and implementing a course of action. Space margin – the amount of space around a vehicle that separates it from possible sources of danger in traffic.
What are the 3 types of vision in driving?
- Central vision.
- Peripheral or side vision.
When driving you are constantly searching the area immediately around your car far ahead of your car to the left right and rear for potential hazards?
When driving, you are constantly searching the area immediately around your car, far ahead of your car, to the left, right, and rear for potential hazards. SEE stands
for search, evaluate and execute
. By appropriately using communication, you make it easier for other drivers to see you.
What are three vehicle managing zones?
- Zones 1, 2 and 3 cover the space in front of your vehicle.
- Zones 4, 5 and 6 cover the space behind your vehicle.
- Zones 1 and 6 are in the same lane as your vehicle.
- Zones 2 and 4 are in the lane to your left.
- Zones 3 and 5 are in the lane to your right.