1. Consideration and Courtesy on the Road

1. Be considerate to other road users, including drivers, cyclists, and horse riders.
2. Avoid competitive driving, as it makes the road unsafe for everyone.
3. Be patient with other road users, even when they make mistakes.
4. What to do if a vehicle pulls out in front of you?
   1. Stay calm and anticipate hazards.
   2. Avoid aggressive reactions—tolerance and patience are key.

2. Helping Other Road Users

1. Signaling correctly and positioning yourself well at junctions helps others understand your intentions.
2. If driving a slow-moving vehicle, pull over safely if a queue forms behind you.
3. If a large vehicle struggles to overtake, slow down and let it pass.
4. If another driver flashes headlights or tries to overtake, stay steady and allow them to pass.

3. Using Your Horn and Lights

1. Only sound your horn to warn of danger, not out of impatience.
2. At night, dip your headlights when:
   1. Following another vehicle
   2. Meeting an oncoming vehicle
3. Avoid dazzling other drivers—this happens when bright lights shine directly into their eyes.

4. Animals on the Road

1. Horses: Drive slowly and give them plenty of space.
2. Sheep or other animals: Stop and switch off your engine if the road is blocked.

5. Following Other Vehicles Safely

1. Tailgating (driving too close) is dangerous and intimidating.
2. Keep a safe distance to see further ahead and react to hazards.
3. Large vehicles may move to the center before turning left—don’t try to pass on the left.
4. If a driver is tailgating you, slow down to create a larger gap in front.

6. Giving Priority to Others

1. Emergency Vehicles:
   • Give way immediately but only when it’s safe and legal.
   • Services using blue flashing lights include police, ambulance, fire, coastguard, bomb disposal, mountain rescue, and blood transfusion.
   • Doctors responding to emergencies may use green lights.
2. Buses:
   • Give priority when they pull out from stops (if safe to do so).
   • Avoid using bus lanes during their operational hours.
3. Unmarked Crossroads:
   • No one has priority—slow down and check both ways before proceeding.

7. Pedestrian Crossings

Types of Crossings and How to Handle Them

1. Zebra Crossing:
   • Watch for pedestrians approaching or crossing.
   • Do not wave or flash headlights—another vehicle may be approaching.
2. Pelican Crossing:
   • Flashing amber light: Give way to pedestrians and don’t move until the crossing is clear.
3. Puffin Crossing:
   • Sensors adjust crossing time based on pedestrian movement.
4. Toucan Crossing:
   • Allows cyclists and pedestrians to cross together.

8. Must-Know Rules

1. Signal correctly and position your vehicle appropriately.
2. Control your emotions—avoid frustration or aggression.
3. Give others enough space and time to react.
4. It’s illegal to drive:
   1. Without due care and attention.
   2. Without consideration for other road users.