Study Guide for CERAD test 3 Questions and Verified Answers

Study Guide for CERAD test 3 Questions and Verified Answers Reasons for complying with legislation and driving regulation - CORRECT ANSWERAmbulance drivers must have sound knowledge of the highway code All staff must drive in accordance with current road traffic legislation RTA- failure to conly with code may be used to negate liability in criminal proceedings Ambulance drivers may claim exemptions from legislation when justifiable When may exemptions be claimed? - CORRECT ANSWER-When justifiable and when the vehicle is being used for ambulance purposes provided The observation of the law would hinder the use of the vehicle for the purpose it is being used Nothing the driver does could be considered dangerous or careless Consequences of disregarding legislation and regulation - CORRECT ANSWER-Guilty of an offence if you do not adhere to the driving standards required by law RTA 1988 Will be sentenced for dangerous driving Can get points or penalties May lose job and drivers must comply with companies policy for licence checks and reporting incidents Exemptions under routine conditions - CORRECT ANSWER-Parking in the zig zag area of a zebra crossing Parking in a bus stop Parking across double red yellow or white lines Parking or driving on a cycle track Double parking or parking across a dropped curb Stopping on a clear way Leaving the engine running whilst unattended Parking on the offside surfing darkness Parking on a central reservation Exemptions under emergency conditions - CORRECT ANSWER-Treating a red light as a give way including crossings and temporary lights Keep the wrong way from a keep left or right sign Entering a pedestrian precinct Using audible warning equipment between 23:30 and 7am Motorway regulations Exceeding speed limits Stopping in a yellow box junction What is required when driving in bad weather - CORRECT ANSWER-Careful observation, good anticipation, correct speed, adequate braking distances