Road Emergencies and Special Conditions Flashcards

What should you do immediately if your vehicle catches fire while driving?

Answer: Pull over immediately, turn off the engine, exit the vehicle, and move far away

If a vehicle fire occurs, immediately pull over, shut off the engine, get all occupants out, move at least 100 feet away, and call 911.

What is the correct action when your vehicle becomes stuck on railroad tracks?

Answer: Exit the vehicle immediately, move away at an angle in the direction the train is coming from

Exit immediately and run at an angle away from the tracks in the direction a train is coming — moving diagonally minimizes risk from debris after impact.

How should you drive on an icy road?

Answer: Use gentle, gradual steering, braking, and acceleration to maintain traction

On ice, all inputs must be slow and gentle — sudden steering, braking, or acceleration breaks traction and can cause skids.

What is the 'Move Over' law in the US?

Answer: A law requiring drivers to move over a lane or slow down when passing stopped emergency or service vehicles

All 50 US states have Move Over laws requiring drivers to move over a lane or, if not possible, slow significantly when passing stopped emergency, law enforcement, or road service vehicles.

If your vehicle breaks down on a highway, what is the first thing you should do?

Answer: Move the vehicle to the right shoulder as far as possible and turn on hazard lights

Move the vehicle fully off the roadway onto the right shoulder, activate hazard lights, and stay away from moving traffic while awaiting help.

What is the danger of driving in another vehicle's blind spot on a highway?

Answer: The driver of that vehicle cannot see you and may change lanes into you

Every vehicle has blind spots alongside it — if you drive there, the other driver cannot see you in their mirrors and may change lanes into your vehicle.