Getting a Probationary Licencse

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• Getting a Probationary Licencse
• Must pass MVCs Knowledge and Vision tests
• Complete Six months of supervised driving
• Must be at least 17 years old

Trucks , Tractor-Trailer, Buses During
inclement weather it may take a truck up to 25x
longer to stop
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Tire Blowouts

• Hold the steering wheel firmly
• Keep the vehicle straight (car will pull to side
  of blowout)
• Remove foot off gas pedal and gradually
• slow down
• But do not use the brakes.
• Let the vehicle should
• coast to a stop on its own to a
• safe area off the roadway

Highway Hypnosis

• You can help prevent highway hypnosis by
  following a few simple rules
• Keep your eyes moving and check your mirrors often

• Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of intoxicating
  beverages means that a drivers senses and
  judgment are impaired by alcohol

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Passing
Being Passed by Another Vehicle When a motorist
is passed by another vehicle, stay in the proper
lane and slow down to make the pass easier for
the other motorist. Return to normal speed after
the passing vehicle is well ahead

• A motorist must
• Fine of up to 500, up to 25 days in jail,
• community service, Suspension of license
• up to 6 months and 2 points.

• Pedestrians in a Crosswalk

Right Turn On Red Procedures
Motorist comes to a Full Stop and checks for
traffic
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Acceleration Lanes (Definition)
are extra lanes at highway entrances used by
motorists to speed up to join the flow of traffic.
Driving time Restrictions under GDL (Under 21
yrs. Old) - No driving between 1101 p.m. and
500 a.m.

• Supervising Driver Requirements
• Must have a valid NJ Drivers License
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have had 3 years driving experience

• Step 4 With a Probationary Driver License
• Unsupervised driving for at least One year

Parking regulations

• Within 50 feet of a stop sign

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• BAC is determined by four factors
• Quantity of alcohol consumed
• Body weight
• How quickly drinks were consumed
• Food eaten

Trucks, Tractor-Trailers Buses

• Know the Limitations of these larger vehicles
• This Includes
• Visibility (No Zones)
• Maneuverability
• Stopping Distance
• (During inclement weather it may take a truck up
  to 25x longer to stop)

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Practice Driving can begin (6 Months)
Once the behind the wheel training course has
been completed (6hrs.) MVC will validate permit.

• Driver Improvement Program (DIP)
• Completion of DIP
• A motorist who successfully completes a Driver
  Improvement Program will have three points
  removed from their driving record.
• After completion of a D.I.P there is a
  probationary period for one year.

• Probationary Driver Program (PDP)
• A motorist convicted of two or more moving
  violations totaling four or more points must
  enroll in the Probationary Driver School Program

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Proper Use of Headlights

• ½ Hour After Sunset
• ½ Hour Before Sunrise
• When Visibility is 500 ft. or less

Do not use high beams during foggy weather - Used
when VISIBILITY IN LOW AND WHEN NO ONCOMING CARS
ARE IN SIGHT
Refusal of Breathalyzer Test Surcharge of 1000
Insurance

• LIABILITY

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• Steps to Recover from a Skid
• Take foot of gas
• Avoid using brakes while recovering
• Turn into the skid (whichever direction the rear
  of the vehicle is going turn into it)

Hydroplaning
Ride up on a film of water, starting at about 35
mph
Running of Pavement

• Slow Down to a controllable speed
• (25mph or less)
• Regain Control (hold steering wheel firmly)
• Turn Slowly Back onto Road
• (one-quarter turn toward the roadway)

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Parking on Hills
Always turn wheels RIGHT Unless parking Uphill
with a curb

• Implied Consent Law
• Remember When you sign your license / permit,
  you agree to take a breathalyzer test if pulled
  over and suspected of driving under the influence

Penalties 1st Offense of DUI
3 Second Rule refers to Following Distance

• Following Distance in Wet Pavement Conditions
• Should Be Doubled (2x)

Stopping Regulations for School Buses 10 mph in
front of schools Flashing Red lights not near a
school NO PASSING
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Traffic Signals Pavement Markings
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Categories of Signs

• Warning Warn motorists of hazards ahead that are
  difficult to see
• Guidance Guide motorists to a destination by
  clearly identifying the route
• Regulatory Regulate traffic speed and movement.

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• GDL restrictions
• Failure to do so may result in a fine of 100 or
  a possible suspension of a motorists driving
  privilege
• Parking Regulations
• ?Within 50 feet of a stop sign
• 3-Second Rule

• Following Distance in Wet Pavement Conditions
• Should Be Doubled (2x)