L307: NIGHT DRIVING

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Drive safely and efficiently at night.

GENERAL

  1. Checks all lights and indicators for operation, damage and cleanliness.
  2. Checks all windows for cleanliness.
  3. Meets all legal obligations in relation to the use of vehicle lights when driving at night.
  4. Drives at a speed whereby the vehicle can be brought safely to a stop atany time.
  5. Does not drive with interior lights switched on.
  6. In the event of oncoming traffic not ‘dipping’head lights, slows down and looks to left of road and does
  7. not retaliate by switching to high beam.
  8. Explains colours and purposes of reflective road markers (cats eyes).
  9. Explains and uses roadside markers and signs to identify corner directions and aid speed judgement.
  10. Explains bridge abutment reflectors.
  11. Maintains correct road position at all times.
  12. Explains the effects of heavily laden cars and trailers on head light beam.
  13. Explains correct responses to feeling tired when driving at night.