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Van Safety Form
Driver Information
Name
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Phone
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e.g. (XXX) XXX-XXXX
E-Mail Address
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OSU/UO ID #
Quiz
This test is based directly off the van safety video you just watched. A 17 or higher is required to pass.
1) Compared to a passenger car, a van's following distance should:
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never be more than 3 seconds.
be greater in both ideal and adverse conditions.
be the same.
be greater, but only in adverse weather.
2) In ideal conditions, it is recommended that you follow no closer than ____ behind the vehicle ahead.
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2 seconds
two vehicle lengths
4 seconds
3 seconds
3) In adverse weather:
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stopping distances are greater.
following distances should be less.
following distances shouldn't change.
stopping distances are the same.
4) While waiting to make a left turn at an intersection:
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wait with your wheels turned in the direction you wish to go.
wait with your foot over the accelerator to reduce your reaction time so you can shoot through a small break in traffic.
try to time the light change by concentrating.
wait with your wheels straight.
5) When driving at night, it is recommended that you do all of the following EXCEPT:
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immediately pass erratic drivers who may be impaired.
use your high beams whenever it is safe and legal to do so.
reduce your speed.
look to the right edge of the road to avoid being blinded by headlights of oncoming vehicles.
6) When driving in the city, you should scan:
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every 3-5 seconds.
1 to 1.5 blocks ahead.
scanning in the city is not recommended.
only to the vehicle ahead.
7) When you must back your van, it is best to:
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back to the driver's side whenever possible.
place the spotter in the path of the van.
avoid using a spotter.
back to the passenger's side whenever possible.
8) If a jaywalker is waiting to cross the street at mid-block, you should:
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stop and let the pedestrian cross in front of you.
cover the brake to be ready to stop if the pedestrian crosses in front of you.
put on your hazard lights to warn other drivers, then allow the pedestrian to cross.
stop and wave the pedestrian across, but only when you are sure all other traffic is stopped.
9) While driving, you should:
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lean in your seat to reduce the size of your blind spot.
none of the other answers are correct.
place clipboards and/or other important papers on the engine cover so you can reach them easily.
adjust your seat forward or back to reduce the size of your blind spot.
10) When driving in the rain and/or other adverse weather conditions:
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you should increase your following distance.
you should drive as you would in ideal conditions.
it is safe to travel at the posted speed limit.
you should brake harder to compensate for the increased stopping distance.
11) The maximum speed when driving a van is:
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posted speed
45 mph
55 mph
65 mph
12) Average reaction time is:
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4 seconds.
3 seconds.
3/4 of a second.
3-5 seconds.
13) When using a helper to back, which of the following statements is not correct:
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Agree on hand signals before backing.
Roll down your window and turn off all radios so you can hear any warnings.
It is the helper's responsibility to make sure you back safely.
Make sure the helper is out of the backing path and visible in your mirror.
14) Properly adjusted mirrors will:
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reduce your blind spots.
make you more visible to other drivers.
eliminate all side collisions.
eliminate all blind spots.
15) Safety belts:
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are required for the driver and all passengers.
are optional when transporting cargo.
aren't necessary to wear if not required by your organization.
are effective in reducing injury only in high-speed crashes.
16) While on the road, you should check your mirrors:
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every 3-5 seconds.
every 3-5 blocks.
every quarter mile.
every 12-15 seconds.
17) When stopped at an intersection, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
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back up immediately if you stop in the crosswalk.
stop behind the stop line.
leave space between you and the vehicle ahead.
stop before the crosswalk.
18) Which one of the following does not apply to vans?
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They are usually more affected by crosswinds.
They usually have a higher center of gravity.
They usually have larger blind spots.
They usually have shorter stopping distances.
19) When driving on the highway, you should scan:
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every 3-5 seconds.
one mile down the road.
only to the next vehicle.
12-15 seconds down the road.
20) Hydroplaning:
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is rarely a problem because vans are heavy.
can occur any time the roadway is wet and at speeds as low as 35 mph.
occurs only in heavy rains and at high speed.
will not occur if your tires are properly inflated & have proper tread depth.