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a) Outline why a vehicle may not be able to stop effectively (4)

 Lack of proper / adequate braking system


 Over speeding
 Loss of control of the vehicle.
 Incompetent driver / operator
 Lack of proper maintenance of the vehicle.
 Chance of oil spillage on the road / Slippery Surface

a) Outline Control Measure that would allow a vehicle to reduce speed & Stop Safely not be able to stop
effectively (4)

 Adequate braking system


 Limit speeding
 Good control of the vehicle.
 Competent driver / operator
 proper maintenance of the vehicle.
 No Slippery Surface
Speed break
 Good Lighting Condition

b) Outline activities associated with vehicles when they are not moving thatcould result in risk of injury (4)

 Loading, eg. When doing manual handling jobs like loading crates from a truck
 Unloading eg. When unloading crates from a truck
 Securing – When workers climb onto the vehicle in order to secure the loadcan lead to fall hazard.
 Coupling – When vehicles are attached to other towed equipment there is a potential of collision and crushing.
 Maintenance Work – while doing maintenance work either on top or underneaththe vehicle

In order to improve the safety of pedestrians in vehicle maneuvering areas, identify the rules that should
be followed by:
Drivers Pedestrians
Rules that should be followed by driver include:
 The adherence to speed limits and safety signs
 The use of alarm and horns where required
 The use of visibility aids
 Parking vehicle in designated parking areas and removing the ignition keys when the vehicle is not in use
 Using banks-men when reversing '
 Refraining from using mobile phone when driving and not driving when under the
 influence of alcohol or substances
Rules of pedestrians
 They would be expected to keep to designated walkways
 Wear hi-visibility clothing
 Use designated cross points
 Observe safety signs
 Use entrance /exit doors separate from those used by vehicles

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