Definitions
Time it takes to recognize a situation and act upon it.
What is reaction time?
Reminds people to slow down.
What are rumble strips?
Sleep.
What is the only cure for fatigue?
Similar to impaired driving.
What is fatigue?
What is a distraction?
Fall apart on impact to reduce the force of collision.
What are breakaway light poles?
Properly adjusted headrests.
What is impaired driving?
Injury caused by muscles or ligaments of the neck.
What is whiplash?
Protect vehicles from falling over steep edges.
What are the purpose of guardrails?
Inflate when a collision occurs.
What are airbags?
Substance that slows reactions, lowers co-ordination, and increases drowsiness.
What is a depressant?
What is BAC?
Provide better stopping ability in slippery conditions.
What is the purpose of anti-lock braking system?
Steel beams in the doors, preventing the door from caving in.
What are side impact beams?
Cell phone, pets, music, people
What are examples of controllable distractions?
What is proper maintenance?
Steering, Windshield Wipers, Tires.
What are the 3 parts to properly maintaining a vehicle?
What is physical trauma?
Increase heart rate and speed up reaction time.
What is a stimulant?