SERU Mock Test Section 7 Of TPH Handbook
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Section 7: Safer DrivingPHV drivers
Section 7: Safer Driving
PHV drivers need to keep a careful watch on the roads at all times and be able to interact
safely with all other road users, especially those that are more vulnerable such as
pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.
This section tells you about the how to maintain the highest standards of driving.
More advice on driving safely is on the TfL website.
Obey the law
As a PHV driver, you are expected to be fully aware of and to obey the rules of the road,
as explained in The Highway Code. You should avoid behaviour that causes any danger to
you, your passengers and other road users.
Most collisions in London are caused by a small number of easy-to-avoid behaviours.
These include speeding or driving too fast for the conditions, making dangerous
manoeuvres, getting distracted and not following the rules of the road.
You need to be aware of your responsibilities as a professional driver. Think about:
Safe speeds
Drive at a speed within the speed limit and one that is appropriate for the situation,
environment and weather conditions.
The faster you drive, the less time you have to do something to avoid a collision. The
resulting injuries also become more serious as speed increases.
Safe manoeuvres
Think about the manoeuvres you make, and make sure they are safe. This includes things
like looking carefully when pulling out of junctions, turning across traffic or passing cyclists
or motorcyclists.
Careless or dangerous driving is a serious offence with heavy penalties.
Concentration
You need to focus on the road and be able to react quickly. Don’t get distracted by mobile
phones and other electronic devices, music or passengers.
If you do need to answer or make a call you will need to stop safely, park your vehicle and
turn the engine off.
Distractions can make you less aware of what is happening on the road and affect your
judgement so your decision-making abilities are reduced.
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Remember it is also illegal to use a hand-held phone or similar device when you are
driving unless you are calling the emergency services in an emergency and it is unsafe or
impractical to stop. This includes when you are stopped in a queue of traffic e.g. at traffic
lights, delays, etc.
Use of alcohol or drugs
You must never drive while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The police test for drug and alcohol use at the roadside to catch those who break the law.
Prescription medicine
If you are taking prescription medicine you must check with your doctor that it is safe for
you to drive.
Following traffic laws before a journey begins
You need to know about and follow the laws on the safe use of vehicles e.g. laws that
require you to have insurance, a current MOT certificate, a driving licence, wear a seatbelt
and not drive a faulty vehicle.
All drivers must make sure that their vehicle is maintained to the required standard.
It is important that you are aware of the rules regarding passengers wearing seatbelts in
PHVs.
All adults must wear a seat belt and drivers should encourage adult passengers to wear a
seatbelt for their own safety. Drivers must also make sure that all children are correctly
seated and restrained.
Drivers are responsible for making sure that all children under 14 years of age wear
seatbelts or sit in an approved child car seat.
If the correct child car seat is not available, children can travel without one - but only if they
travel on a rear seat:
• And wear an adult seat belt if they are 3 or older
• Without a seat belt if they are under 3
The police keep a close watch on London’s roads 24 hours a day and will identify drivers
who choose to break the law.
If you fail to obey any of the above rules, you may get a fixed penalty notice (FPN) or be
prosecuted – this can result in a fine and penalty points on your licence. It may also result
in you being banned from driving. You could also lose your PHV driver’s licence.
Being aware of other road users
TfL expects all professional drivers to be fully aware of other road users. In particular those
people who are the most vulnerable:
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Pedestrians: Be aware of pedestrians suddenly stepping into the road and give way to
pedestrians on side roads.
Cyclists: Be aware of cyclists at all times but especially when you are turning, in slow
moving traffic or when you are pulling away from traffic lights. Make sure you give cyclists
enough room when you overtake them
Please ask your passengers to check before they open their door into the road to make
sure there isn’t a cyclist coming. You must do the same.
Motorcyclists: Be aware of motorcyclists at all times but especially when you are turning
or in slow moving traffic.
Windscreen vision
In clear sight
PHV drivers need to keep a careful watch on the roads at all times and be able to interact
safely with all other road users, especially those that are more vulnerable such as
pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.
This section tells you about the how to maintain the highest standards of driving.
More advice on driving safely is on the TfL website.
Obey the law
As a PHV driver, you are expected to be fully aware of and to obey the rules of the road,
as explained in The Highway Code. You should avoid behaviour that causes any danger to
you, your passengers and other road users.
Most collisions in London are caused by a small number of easy-to-avoid behaviours.
These include speeding or driving too fast for the conditions, making dangerous
manoeuvres, getting distracted and not following the rules of the road.
You need to be aware of your responsibilities as a professional driver. Think about:
Safe speeds
Drive at a speed within the speed limit and one that is appropriate for the situation,
environment and weather conditions.
The faster you drive, the less time you have to do something to avoid a collision. The
resulting injuries also become more serious as speed increases.
Safe manoeuvres
Think about the manoeuvres you make, and make sure they are safe. This includes things
like looking carefully when pulling out of junctions, turning across traffic or passing cyclists
or motorcyclists.
Careless or dangerous driving is a serious offence with heavy penalties.
Concentration
You need to focus on the road and be able to react quickly. Don’t get distracted by mobile
phones and other electronic devices, music or passengers.
If you do need to answer or make a call you will need to stop safely, park your vehicle and
turn the engine off.
Distractions can make you less aware of what is happening on the road and affect your
judgement so your decision-making abilities are reduced.
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Remember it is also illegal to use a hand-held phone or similar device when you are
driving unless you are calling the emergency services in an emergency and it is unsafe or
impractical to stop. This includes when you are stopped in a queue of traffic e.g. at traffic
lights, delays, etc.
Use of alcohol or drugs
You must never drive while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The police test for drug and alcohol use at the roadside to catch those who break the law.
Prescription medicine
If you are taking prescription medicine you must check with your doctor that it is safe for
you to drive.
Following traffic laws before a journey begins
You need to know about and follow the laws on the safe use of vehicles e.g. laws that
require you to have insurance, a current MOT certificate, a driving licence, wear a seatbelt
and not drive a faulty vehicle.
All drivers must make sure that their vehicle is maintained to the required standard.
It is important that you are aware of the rules regarding passengers wearing seatbelts in
PHVs.
All adults must wear a seat belt and drivers should encourage adult passengers to wear a
seatbelt for their own safety. Drivers must also make sure that all children are correctly
seated and restrained.
Drivers are responsible for making sure that all children under 14 years of age wear
seatbelts or sit in an approved child car seat.
If the correct child car seat is not available, children can travel without one - but only if they
travel on a rear seat:
• And wear an adult seat belt if they are 3 or older
• Without a seat belt if they are under 3
The police keep a close watch on London’s roads 24 hours a day and will identify drivers
who choose to break the law.
If you fail to obey any of the above rules, you may get a fixed penalty notice (FPN) or be
prosecuted – this can result in a fine and penalty points on your licence. It may also result
in you being banned from driving. You could also lose your PHV driver’s licence.
Being aware of other road users
TfL expects all professional drivers to be fully aware of other road users. In particular those
people who are the most vulnerable:
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Pedestrians: Be aware of pedestrians suddenly stepping into the road and give way to
pedestrians on side roads.
Cyclists: Be aware of cyclists at all times but especially when you are turning, in slow
moving traffic or when you are pulling away from traffic lights. Make sure you give cyclists
enough room when you overtake them
Please ask your passengers to check before they open their door into the road to make
sure there isn’t a cyclist coming. You must do the same.
Motorcyclists: Be aware of motorcyclists at all times but especially when you are turning
or in slow moving traffic.
Windscreen vision
In clear sight
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