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F R E I G H T T R A N S P O R T L T D ( F T L ) D R I V E R T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 2

• Indicate clearly and in good time

Indicate their intentions clearly when turning or changing lanes, even if they
don’t think anyone is near them
Indicate in good time to allow others to react
Turn off their indicator once they have completed their manoeuvre to avoid
giving false information to other road users

• Leave space

Give cyclists plenty of space so that they can manoeuvre
to avoid potholes, drain covers or car doors
When overtaking, give cyclists and motorcyclists at least
as much space as they would a car
Do not cross stop lines or encroach on Advanced Stop
Lines
Cycle lanes are for cyclists: do not drive or park in a cycle
lane marked by a solid white line while it is operational, or
drive or park in one marked by a broken white line unless it is unavoidable

11.10 Driving in poor weather

• Before travelling, be aware of the potential for adverse weather
conditions and only travel if absolutely necessary;
• Ensure you always have the right equipment (de-icer,
scraper, glass cleaner, screen wash) to clear the
windscreen of snow and ice;
• Keep emergency equipment (torch, gloves,
blanket, etc) in the vehicle when adverse
• weather is forecast and ensure your mobile phone is
fully charged;
• Leave longer for your journey to allow extra time to
reach your destination;
• Watch your speed while driving as rain, ice and snow will increase stopping
distances – so decrease your speed;
• Use your fog lights and dipped headlights while driving in fog;
• Be aware of the effects of high wind on your vehicle and on other road users;
• Accelerate and brake slowly, taking care on bends during snow and ice;
• When there is snow and ice, set off in second gear and stay in higher gears as you
drive as this reduces wheel spin and reduces the risk of losing control;
• Keep to main roads as they’re more likely to be gritted and if you have any problems,
you are less likely to be isolated for long periods of time; and

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