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Difficulty: MediumJunctions and Intersections

You are approaching a blind T-junction where parked vehicles severely restrict your view of the main road. In what sequence should you carry out the following actions to emerge safely?

  1. 1Apply the Mirror-Signal-Manoeuvre (MSM) routine and come to a complete stop behind the give-way line.
  2. 2Conduct an initial observation scan to the right, left, and right again for approaching road users.
  3. 3Creep forward gradually using fine clutch control ('peep and creep') until your sightlines past the obstructions are clear.
  4. 4Re-assess both directions and accelerate smoothly into the traffic flow once a safe gap is confirmed.

Answer

The correct sequence begins with applying the MSM routine and stopping behind the give-way line, followed by scanning both directions for visible road users, then creeping forward slowly to extend the field of view past parked vehicles, and finally emerging smoothly once a safe gap appears.
When emerging from a junction with restricted visibility, the driver must first control their approach and stop behind the give-way line using the MSM routine. Before moving further, initial scans identify immediate hazards. The 'peep and creep' method is then used to cautiously extend the field of vision past parked vehicles. Once unobstructed sightlines confirm the road is clear in both directions, the driver can safely complete the manoeuvre.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Approach the junction using Mirror-Signal-Manoeuvre and stop behind the solid/broken give-way line.
Vehicle comes to a controlled stop at the entrance of the junction without encroaching on the major road.
Approaching under control and stopping behind the line ensures you do not emerge blindly into the path of approaching traffic.
2
Perform initial observations to the right, left, and right again.
Awareness of immediate hazards, including cyclists and pedestrians on the immediate pavement or roadway.
Checking initially establishes situational awareness and prevents moving forward if an obvious hazard is already approaching.
3
Use clutch control or gentle throttle to edge forward inch-by-inch ('peep and creep').
The driver's eye-line moves past parked vehicles or visual obstructions while keeping the front bumper clear of fast-moving traffic.
Gradual movement allows the driver to see past blind spots while giving oncoming traffic an opportunity to see the emerging vehicle.
4
Check both directions one final time and emerge decisively when a suitable gap in traffic opens.
The vehicle enters the new road safely and reaches appropriate traffic speed without impeding other road users.
Joining the flow must only occur once unobstructed visibility has confirmed the manoeuvre can be completed safely.

Key Concept

Emerging safely from obstructed junctions using the 'peep and creep' technique
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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Junctions and Intersections

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