Bengaluru traffic police

DIVIDING LINES

A dividing line is a road marking formed by a white/yellow line or two parallel white/yellow lines (broken or continous) designed to seperate the parts of a road to be used by vehicles travelling in opposite directions.

Broken Line (or Broken Line to the left of a Continous Line)

You must keep to the left of these lines. You may cross them to overtake or make a turn, but you must only do so if it is safe.

Single Continuous Line (or Single Continous Line to the left of a Broken Line) You must keep to the left of these lines. You must not cross these lines to overtake or make a U- Turn but may cross them to enter or leave the road or to go past an obstruction. Parallel Lines You must keep to the left and must not cross these lines, unless you have to avoid an obstruction.

Avoiding an obstruction

You are permitted to cross single or double continuous lines in order to avoid an obstruction - This does not include a slower moving vehicle or a vehicle stopped in a line of traffic but may include a fallen tree, a crashed vehicle, or a car that has broken down or is illegally parked. Before crossing the line, you must have a clear view of the road ahead and it must be safe. You must also be very sure that you cross safely because the onus is on you to take the risk of danger into account.

ROAD MARKINGS

The essential purpose of road markings is to guide and control traffic on a highway or roads. They supplement the function of traffic signs. The markings serve as a psychological barrier and signify the delineation of traffic path and its lateral clearance from traffic hazards for the safe movement of traffic. They are the guides of

Hence they are very important to ensure the safe, smooth and harmonious flow of traffic. Various types of road markings like longitudinal markings, transverse markings, object markings and special markings to warn the driver about the hazardous locations in the road etc.

The road markings are defined as lines, patterns, words or other devices, except signs, set into applied or attached to the carriageway or kerbs or to objects within or adjacent to the carriageway, for controlling, warning, guiding and informing the users. The road markings are classified as longitudinal markings, transverse markings, object markings, word messages, marking for parking, marking at hazardous locations etc.

• ❖ Centre Line Marking For A Two Lane Road
• ❖ Lane Line And Broken Centre Line
• ❖ Centre Barrier Line Marking For A Four Lane Road
• ❖ Centre Barrier Line Marking For A Six Lane Road
Double White/Yellow Lines: Used where visibility is restricted in both directions. Neither stream of traffic is allowed to cross the lines.

Correct Road Positioning

Bad or inappropriate road positioning can come in various forms. It all however stems from a lack of forward planning, anticipation and observation. By the time you have reached your driving test, you should be in the position to:

• ❖ forward plan your driving – know the correct procedure and driving routine in good time and well before you have reached a given situation.
• ❖ anticipation – to predict any possible hazards on a turn, roundabout or junction etc. These could be parked cars, cyclists, pedestrians etc.
• ❖ observation – constant observation primarily just in front of you and as far up the road as you can see and also frequently into all mirrors.
If you have mastered these, then it is unlikely you will find yourself in a bad road position.

Road Positioning On The Driving Test

❖Passing Parked Cars

A frequent problem on driving tests is learner drivers passing too closely to parked cars. Try to allow 1 metre gap from door to door when passing parked cars in case any open. If this is not possible due to road widths, a reduction in speed is essential. See passing parked cars for further information.

❖Passing cyclists

Again, passing a cyclist too closely can easily fail a driving test. Allow at least a 1 metre gap if they are not in a cycle lane. Follow a very simple rule when passing cyclists, if you are in doubt if it is safe for you or the cyclist to pass them, hold back behind them until you are confident. See cyclists and cycle lanes for further help.

❖Turning left

If your car is positioned too close to the left side of the road before making a left turn, it can result in hitting the kerb or even mounting the pavement whilst turning. Ensure you remain in the centre of the road before turning. See left and right turns for help.

❖Turning right

Making a right turn safely depends on the road position of your car before taking it. A bad road position can result in hitting the kerb as you turn too wide or cutting off the junction corner. Either are likely to result in a test failure. Ensure you position the car correctly (left of centre line) and use the point of turn. See turning right for further information.

❖Junctions

These include T-junctions, roundabouts and crossroads. Stopping too soon before a junction line reduces your visibility of approaching traffic and stopping too far over the junction line puts you in danger of being hit by another vehicle. See types of junctions for help on this.

Changing Lanes Safely Whilst Driving

Changing lanes whilst driving, for a learner driver can often seem like a precarious situation. The driving test may involve changing lanes either intentionally, or a learner, they may realise that they are in an incorrect lane and may need to change in order to remain on course. Changing lanes is actually a rather simple task. What can be difficult is to actually make a decision quickly, or at least the correct one and to ensure it is done safely. This tutorial explain the correct technique for changing lanes and if it is actually necessary.

When Might You Need To Change Lanes

These are the typical places where you may need to or have to change lanes during a driving test:

Tips And Steps For Pedestrian Safety

Take Steps for Safety

The following are some of the helpful tips which need to be kept in mind:

Walk carefully! Someone is waiting for You at home!!!

Advantages of Road Markings Types of Road Markings

When you must not overtake

You must not overtake another vehicle when:

❖ It is stopping or has stopped at a pedestrian or children’s crossing.
❖ It has stopped at an intersection (unless the driver signals that they are turning left or right and it is safe to do so).
❖ There is a ‘NO OVERTAKING’ or ‘NO PASSING’ sign.
❖ You are nearing a blind bend or the crest of a hill or you do not have a good view of the road ahead.
❖ The road is marked with a dividing line comprising two continuous lines; a continuous line on the left of a broken or dotted line; or a single continuous line.
❖ The vehicle in front is displaying a “DO NOT OVERTAKE TURNING VEHICLE” sign if that vehicle is turning, unless it is safe to do so.
❖ Being overtaken
❖ The way you drive when you are being overtaken can add to safety on our roads so, please:
❖ Keep well to the left to allow plenty of clearance for any overtaking vehicle and be prepared to brake if the other vehicle suddenly cuts back in front of you.
❖ Never drive in a manner that prevents another vehicle from overtaking yours.
❖ Dip your lights at night time as the overtaking vehicle approaches the front of your vehicle.

Harm Caused by Drunk Driving

Drunk driving harms individuals and communities in many ways.

Drivers, passengers, and pedestrians are killed and injured. Injured persons, their families, and their employers suffer financial losses when an injured person cannot work. Vehicles are damaged and destroyed. Other property, such as trees, utility poles, highway signs, and buildings, are damaged and destroyed. Motor vehicle insurance rates rise. Traffic flow is impeded by crashed vehicles. Other drivers, fearing for their safety, may avoid driving at certain times. Police resources are consumed enforcing drunk driving laws, thereby reducing the resources that are available for other public safety problems. Police, fire, emergency medical, and hospital resources are consumed treating the victims of drunk driving crashes.
❖A designated driver helps you party another day.
❖ A tree never hits an automobile except in self defense
❖ Allow life to thrive, don’t drink and drive.
❖Better to arrive sober and late than never.
❖ Buzzed driving is drunk driving.
❖ Don’t drink and drive, and you’ll stay alive.

Checklist before buying a helmet

You are ready to buy a helmet, but do not know where to begin. Here is a checklist that can make buying a helmet easier and meaningful.

➢ Check for safety standards
➢ Take time to check fittings. Ensure a comfortable fit
➢ Try a helmet in front of a mirror to check if it suits your personality
➢ Buy a helmet from an authorised dealer only. Never buy it from street side vendors
➢ Insist on a bill and save it
➢ Ask for a helmet instruction card along with the helmet. Read it carefully
➢ Buy a helmet lock. If you do not wish to carry your helmet around, you can lock it to your motorcycle
➢ Helmet should not obstruct vision.
➢ Helmet should not impair with hearing.
➢ Helmet should be light weight.
➢ Helmet should not cause fatigue which causes crashes.
➢ Helmet should not cause skin diseases.
➢ Helmet should not increase the probability of neck injuries.

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