The disabled vehicle can be seen for 200 feet in either direction.. All four wheels should be off the pavement if the vehicle is moved. The emergency flashers should be turned on. Passengers should be left on the side of the road. If you are unable to do this, call 911 or your local police department.
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What should you do if you need to pull over to get some rest?
You should get out to walk around and try to wake up after being pulled over. If you are pulled over on the side of the road, watch out for oncoming traffic.
Pull over to a rest stop or parking lot if you can to get some fresh air. If you have a cell phone, use it to call for help if you need it. You can also call 911 or your local police department.
Which of the following actions should you take when an emergency vehicle with the siren sounding and lights flashing is approaching you?
When you see a red or blue flashing light, pull over to the right edge of the road.. If you do not yield, you may be cited for a traffic infraction.
What is an example of a technological change that might affect how motor vehicles are driven?
The tire pressure, lane change, and collision control sensors prevent accidents. Drivers are able to stay in control of their vehicles with the use of an anti-lock braking system and traction control.
Can you pull over and sleep?
Generally you are not permitted to pull over to the side of a highway for any reason other than an emergency. The fact that you are tired and can’t go on means that you chose to continue driving even if you could have stopped at a safe place.
If you have a medical condition that requires you to be on the road, such as a heart condition or diabetes, you may be able to request that your driver’s license be suspended for a certain period of time. If your license is suspended, it will not be reinstated until the suspension period has expired.
What happens if you fall asleep while driving?
Depending on the situation, a person who falls asleep while driving could be guilty of reckless driving and/or vehicular manslaughter. Depending on the circumstances of an accident and whether or not the driver was wearing a seatbelt, operating a motor vehicle while sleepy can be a felony in some states. Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol can also be a criminal offense.
For example, if a driver is found to have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher, he or she can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI) or driving with a BAC over the legal limit (0.05 percent). In addition, driving while intoxicated can result in a fine of up to $1,000 and a prison sentence of one to three years.
What actions are required when approaching an emergency vehicle that is stopped on the side of the road with its emergency light flashing?
If you are approaching an emergency or police vehicle that is stopped on the right side of the road with its lights flashing, reduce your speed to the posted speed limit. If the emergency vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction, slow down to a safe speed.
If you do not see the flashing lights, you may not be able to stop in time to avoid a collision. You may also be at risk of being rear-ended by the vehicle in front of you.
