Law enforcement, not speed reduction, will reduce road carnage

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Better law enforcement is essential to reduce the high number of road accidents in South Africa. This article discusses the need for zero tolerance towards drivers who commit moving violations and that there should be enforceable penalties for motorists who drive unroadworthy or unlicensed vehicles, are unlicensed drivers or drive under the influence of alcohol. Safety whilst driving begins with your K53 learners; at SALearnersLicense.co.za we promote safe and defensive driving.

Learners Permits Questions

Learners permits are issued to successful candidates who have written the K53 learners test at a traffic licensing department. The test which is either a written one or completed on a computer, takes approximately one hour. Learners permits test questions cover the three areas of driver competence which include rules of the road, traffic signs and signals and vehicle controls. 

Learners Permits - Rules of the Road

The rules of the road are there to ensure the smooth flow of traffic and stipulate rules such as:

·         Overtaking

·         Right of way

·         Driving signals

·         Parking

·         Speed limits

Learners Permits - Road Signs, Signals and Markings

Road signs, traffic signals and road markings help to regulate an orderly traffic flow. They provide all the necessary information to road users, warn of hazardous conditions and give direction indicators of routes and destinations.

These can be:

●      mounted on a roadside pole or overhead structure
●      painted on the road surface
●      signals given by lights or people

Regulatory Signs

 A regulatory road traffic sign must be obeyed at all times, it may be a stop sign, speed limit sign, yield sign or traffic light. These are used to ensure road safety and efficient and orderly traffic flow.

Warning Signs

 Warning signs indicate potential hazard ahead and should be responded to by a decrease in speed and extra caution by road users. A warning sign could be a hazard sign indicating wild animals on the road, a railway crossing, a sharp bend in road or a no-through road.

Guidance Signs

Guidance signs help with navigation and may also indicate tourist places of interest, route markers and local direction signs.

Temporary Signs

Temporary signs are usually yellow background with black signage or writing. These signs are to be obeyed and have priority over permanent signs. They may indicate road construction in progress or a temporary road closure.

Road Markings

Road marking are painted on the road surface in white, yellow or red, they may indicate no overtaking or no stopping.

Learners Permits – Vehicle Controls

For this section of the learners permits tests you need to know the correct name and function of the various vehicle controls, this includes mirrors, clutch, brake and accelerator pedals, gear lever and indicator stalk.        
Practice for your learners permits test by completing past tests and become familiar with the rules of the road, know how to react when you see road signs, signals and markings and the purpose and names of the various vehicle controls. 

Applying for your Learners License

When applying for your learners license at your local testing centre make sure that you have the correct documentation, this includes two recent photographs and an SA identification book or passport, as well as sufficient money to cover the cost of the test.

Once you have filled out the necessary forms and paid the test fees, you will be issued with a receipt with the time and date of your written learners license test.

Learners License – What You Need to Know

·         rules of the road

·         road traffic signs and signals

·         vehicle controls

The learners license test is multiple choice takes approximately one hour to complete.

Learners License – Writing the Test

Be well prepared and practice for you learners license by completing past tests. On the day of the test don’t rush through the paper, read the questions carefully, taking time to select the correct answer. 

Talking Cars May Help People Avoid Crashes | CIO Today

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Cars talking to each other wirelessly! This article looks into testing on a new technology called vehicle-to-vehicle communication. The intention is to warn a driver of potential danger from oncoming cars before an accident happens. Safety whilst driving begins with your K53 learners test and never stops being an issue; at SALearnersLicense.co.za we encourage safe and defensive driving.

K53 Test - My Learners License

Once you have applied for your K53 test and been given a date for your learners test, purchase a K53 manual and start studying immediately. The K53 test will be either a written or computer test which takes approximately one hour to complete. You will be questioned on the rules of the road, road signs and markings, and vehicle controls.

K53 Test - Rules of the Road

The rules of the road ensure a smooth flow of traffic and stipulate rules such as:

• driving on the left
• right of way
• driving signals
• overtaking
• speed limits
• parking

K53 Test - Road Signs, Signals and Markings

Roadside signs, traffic signals and road surface markings are there to regulate traffic flow. They provide all the necessary information to road users, warn of any hazardous conditions and give direction indicators of routes and destinations.

 These can be:

●      mounted on a pole on the side of the road
●      mounted on an overhead structure
●      painted on the road surface
●      signals given by lights or people

The different signs include:

• regulatory signs
• warning signs
• guidance signs
• temporary
• road markings

K53 Test – Vehicle Controls

For this section of the K53 test you will need to know the correct name and function of the various vehicle controls, such as the mirrors, clutch, accelerator and brake pedal, gear lever and indicator stalk.

It is a good idea to practice for your K53 test learners license by completing past tests so that you are well prepared and familiar with the rules of the road, know how to react when you see road signs, signals and markings  and the purpose and names of the vehicle controls. 

Call to ban phones when driving

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Talking while holding a cellphone and driving has been banned for many years because of safety issues, this article says the use of a hands-free option is just as a dangerous. For safe driving license tips and advice go to SALearnersLicense.co.za.

Writing Your K53 Learners Test

Once you have booked your K53 learners test at your local testing station, it is recommended that you purchase a K53 learners test manual and start studying immediately. The manual is divided into the three sections; the rules of the road, road traffic signs and vehicle controls. The test takes one hour to complete and is multiple choice, it may be a written or computer test; ask when you book your test.

Passing Your K53 Learners Test

Your K53 learners test license valid for two years, you can book for your drivers test at any time during this period. Apply to take your driving test as soon as possible as there is often a long waiting period.

Now that you have your learners license you need to get driving. Get as much driving practice as possible, it is preferable to take lessons at a driving school with a driving instructor who is K53 qualified (friends and relatives tend to be nervous tutors/passengers).

 Applying Your K53 Learners Test Knowledge

●      Practice your driving skills in a medium-sized, mechanically sound vehicle
●      Check on the vehicle insurance before driving
●      Know the route to your destination and leave early, avoid rush hours
●      Check lights, indicators, tyres, brakes, wipers, and mirrors
●      An ‘L’ sign pasted to the back window of the car is recommended

K53 Learners Test Rules and Tips when driving

●      A licensed driver who holds a valid driving license for the same class of vehicle must always accompany you
●      Wear a seatbelt at all times
●      Stay alert, check your rear view mirror often
●      Don’t  ever  use your cellphone
●      Maintain a safe following distance
●      Stick to the speed limit and obey all road traffic signs

K53 Learners Test – Practicing Driving

You are allowed to drive on national roads and freeways once you have passed your K53 learners test. Be aware of other road users and conditions on the road at all times. You must always, before driving off anywhere, check your blind spots and go through your vehicle checks. Keep your K53 learners test manual handy and refer to it often, apply your knowledge of the rules of the road, road traffic signs and vehicle controls when driving.

When you are comfortable with all aspects of the practical and theoretical aspects of driving you are ready for your driving test. There are two sections to the driving test; a yard test and a road test, for the yard test you need to practice parallel parking, stop-start and turning manoeuvres. Have a thorough understanding of the rules of the road, road traffic signs and vehicle controls so you appear confident and well prepared when demonstrating your capability as a driver.