Positive Traffic Safety Culture
What is Positive Traffic Safety Culture?
A culture in which all road users assume responsibility for safe driving, emphasizing respect, awareness, and proactive measures to mitigate the occurrence of accidents.
In order (top to bottom), what are the different colored lights on a traffic Light and what do they mean?
The order is red, amber, green, red means to stop. Amber light is a warning that the traffic light is about to turn red. green light means you're free to go while watching for pedestrians.
What is the goal the Road to Zero act is trying to achieve?
Zero fatalities / severe injuries on Manitoban roads
Emily leaves the party where she drank, but she was supposed to be her friends designated driver... what should she do?
She shouldn't drive!! She can call an Uber, take the bus, or ask a sober friend to drive.
5L license holders who have drugs or alcohol in their system can receive an immediate ___ hour suspension.
24 Hours.
What is Road to Zero's vision?
The objective is to eliminate all traffic fatalities in Manitoba by establishing the safest roadways in Canada.
What does a White Broken Line Mean?
Lane changes are permitted and traffic is moving in the same direction.
What is the first thing you should do when getting into the drivers seat, before you start driving?
adjust the seat
should you go 50 km/hr on a gravel road that is posted 50 km/hr?
No, you should be going slower
What speed should you drive in unsafe road conditions?
10 km/hr under the posted speed limit.
Name a benefit to positive safety culture
When coming up to an intersection with a four way stop sign which vehicle should go first?
The vehicle that stops first should go first and if two or more vehicles stop at the same time the one on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.
Speed limit in rural areas
90 km/hr
Who has the right of way at an intersection where there are 2 cars and a pedestrian?
The pedestrian
If you fail or refuse to take an ASD (Breath Analyzer) you will move ___ levels down the Driver Safety Rating Scale.
You will move 10 levels down.
How can respect for road laws contribute to a positive traffic safety culture?
It encourages drivers to obey all traffic laws, thereby minimizing unsafe behaviors and enhancing safety for all road users.
What does a diamond shaped sign mean?
Diamond warns you of possible dangerous conditions, either on or near the roadway.
Where should you have your hands when holding the steering wheel? (reference it to a clock)
3 and 9 o'clock
What is the minimum requirement to be a supervising driver?
Someone who has had their 5L licence for at least 3 years
You will receive an immediate 3 month administrative license suspension if you have any concentration of ______ in your system.
Drugs.
How can a positive traffic safety culture affect the behavior of new or young drivers?
safer driving habits
responsible decisions
What does a signal light with a white vertical bar on a black background mean?
It is called the transit priority signal and when it is on only public transit buses may proceed.
In your learners stage, what is the maximum blood alcohol content (BAC) you can have in your body?
ZERO PERCENT!!!!
Is being fatigued or drinking lots of alcohol more impairing when driving?
Both are equally as impairing and can cause serious consequences
Driving without glasses or contacts knowing they are in your car will result in?
You will receive a ticket and your insurance will be invalid.