osha-defensive-driving-quiz

Defensive driving is a critical skill that can prevent accidents and save lives. Understanding OSHA’s guidelines on defensive driving can make you a safer and more responsible driver. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on various aspects of defensive driving and OSHA regulations. Put your skills to the test and see how well you can navigate the rules of the road. Good luck and drive safely!
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OSHA Defensive Driving Quiz
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1. What does OSHA stand for?
This question tests your basic knowledge of OSHA.

OSHA Defensive Driving Quiz Questions Overview

1. What does OSHA stand for?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational Safety and Health Association
Occupational Safety and Health Alliance
Occupational Safety and Health Agency

2. What is the primary goal of defensive driving?

To get to your destination faster
To save fuel
To reduce the risk of accidents
To improve vehicle performance

3. Which of the following is NOT a principle of defensive driving?

Keeping a safe following distance
Anticipating other drivers’ actions
Ignoring road signs
Staying focused and alert

4. What is the recommended following distance under normal driving conditions?

1 second
2 seconds
3-4 seconds
5-6 seconds

5. Which of the following actions should you take when driving in adverse weather conditions?

Increase your speed
Maintain normal speed
Increase following distance
Use high beam headlights

6. What should you do if you encounter an aggressive driver on the road?

Engage with the driver
Speed up to get away
Stay calm and avoid eye contact
Honk your horn repeatedly

7. What is the purpose of the ‘two-second rule’ in driving?

To measure the time it takes to stop
To ensure safe following distance
To time your acceleration
To check your blind spot

8. Which of the following is a key component of defensive driving?

Aggressive driving
Distracted driving
Anticipating potential hazards
Speeding

9. When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

To express frustration
To alert other drivers of your presence
To greet friends
To signal a lane change

10. What is the first thing you should do if your vehicle starts to skid?

Accelerate
Brake hard
Steer in the direction of the skid
Take your foot off the gas pedal

11. What should you do if you are driving and you feel drowsy?

Continue driving
Open the windows for fresh air
Pull over and rest
Turn up the radio volume

12. Which of the following is NOT recommended when driving in foggy conditions?

Use low beam headlights
Reduce your speed
Use high beam headlights
Increase following distance

13. What should you do before changing lanes?

Check your mirrors and blind spots
Signal after changing lanes
Speed up without signaling
Honk your horn

14. What is the safest way to approach an intersection?

Speed up to pass quickly
Slow down and be prepared to stop
Ignore traffic signals
Honk your horn continuously

15. What should you do if you see a vehicle with flashing lights approaching from behind?

Speed up to get out of the way
Move to the right and stop
Ignore it and continue driving
Move to the left lane
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