TLC Weather & Hazardous Conditions 3

Question 1

A TLC driver notices that their vehicle is fishtailing on a snowy highway. The FIRST corrective action should be:

Accepted Answer

Release the gas pedal gently and steer into the skid

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Apply the brakes hard

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Grip the wheel tightly and steer opposite the slide

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Shift to neutral immediately

Question 2

Under NYC TLC regulations, which weather condition requires a TLC driver to have functioning windshield washers?

Accepted Answer

At all times the vehicle is in service

Answer

Only during blizzard conditions

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Only when rain is actively falling

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Only during winter months (November through March)

Question 3

During a strong thunderstorm, lightning strikes very close to your vehicle. What should a TLC driver do?

Accepted Answer

Stay inside the vehicle with windows up, as the car acts as a Faraday cage

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Exit the vehicle immediately and seek shelter under a tree

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Open the windows to equalize pressure from thunder

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Pull over and hold metal door handles for grounding

Question 4

How should a TLC driver adjust speed when driving through road construction zones during heavy rain?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed below posted construction zone limits due to compounded hazards

Answer

Maintain posted construction zone speed limits exactly

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Drive at normal city speeds since workers aren't present in rain

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Increase speed to minimize time in the hazardous zone

Question 5

What should a TLC driver do if their vehicle gets stuck in deep snow while transporting a passenger?

Accepted Answer

Ensure passenger safety, contact dispatch, and attempt gentle rocking if safe

Answer

Rev the engine repeatedly to rock the vehicle free

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Have the passenger exit the vehicle to reduce weight, then rock free

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Abandon the vehicle and assist the passenger to find alternate transportation

Question 6

When is it appropriate for a TLC driver to use hazard lights while driving in rain?

Accepted Answer

Hazard lights should generally not be used while driving in rain as they confuse other drivers

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Whenever visibility drops below normal conditions

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Only when the vehicle is completely stopped

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Whenever traveling below the speed limit

Question 7

What effect does heavy rain have on a vehicle's tire traction, and how should a TLC driver respond?

Accepted Answer

Rain reduces traction, requiring slower speeds and increased following distance

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Rain cleans the road surface, slightly improving traction

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Traction is unaffected on modern radial tires

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Rain only affects traction on unpaved roads