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Difficulty: EasyPedestrians

You are driving along a road and approach a bus that has pulled in at a bus stop. What danger should you anticipate regarding pedestrians?

  1. A
    Pedestrians waiting on the footway until you flash your headlights to invite them to cross
  2. Pedestrians stepping out from behind or in front of the bus to cross the roadAnswer
  3. C
    Pedestrians remaining visible and staying out of the blind spots created by the bus
  4. D
    Pedestrians waiting on the pavement until the stationary bus has pulled away completely

Answer

You should anticipate that pedestrians may step out into the road from in front of or behind the stationary bus.
When passing a stationary bus at a bus stop, pedestrians who have just disembarked or are rushing to catch the bus may step directly into the carriageway from in front of or behind the vehicle, where they are hidden from view.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the primary hazard created by a stationary bus at a bus stop.
Recognise that a stopped bus obstructs visibility and attracts pedestrians getting on or off.
Large vehicles create physical sight barriers that hide pedestrians from approaching traffic.
2
Determine the most appropriate hazard anticipation response.
Expect pedestrians to suddenly emerge from behind or in front of the vehicle into your path.
Anticipating pedestrian movement allows the driver to adjust speed and be ready to stop safely.

Key Concept

Anticipating hidden pedestrian hazards around stationary public transport vehicles
Estimated Time:45s
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