Module 5

Module 5: You Control the Intersection

Title: – Communication & Intersection Control

Prerequisite: Participation in previous sessions, successful completion of previous assignments and 80% or better on previous module entrance and exit exams.

Essential Learning Performance(s) – Overall Objective(s) by the end of Module 5 the students will have an understanding of:

  • 5.01

How to send and receive messages effectively using a variety of techniques with other users of the roadway and in a variety of situations.

  • 5.02

How to identify high risk moments, that affect the control he/she has over the intended path of travel.

The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits Re-evaluating LOS-POT at the 4-second danger zone and identify LOS blockage.

  • 5.03

The strategies used to recognize risks when approaching intersections. The student will demonstrate the use of targeting in approaching intersections. The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits searching for clear left, front and right zones before entering any intersection, reducing speed to time arrival for green lights and/or open zones

  • 5.04

The dangers and risks involved at highway-rail grade crossings.

The student will demonstrate an awareness and strategies to reduce those risks and dangers.

Component Performances (Specific Objectives) by the end of Module 5 the student will be able to:

  • 5.01

Demonstrate how to send and receive messages effectively using a variety of techniques with other users of the roadway and in a variety of situations

  • 5.02

Identify high risk moments that affect the control he or she has over the intended path of travel.

Demonstrate the behaviors and explain the benefits of Re-evaluating LOS-POT while 4-seconds away and identifying LOS-POT Restrictions.

  • 5.03 – 5.04

Identify intersection types, shapes and controls. See intersections as a change to the LOS-POT, demonstrate an understanding of the searching and space management principles used when approaching and controlling any intersection including RR Crossings and Roundabouts.

Materials / Resources:

Drive Right 11th edition

Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum

Module 5: You Control the Intersection

Title: – Rear zone Control and Stopping in Traffic

Prerequisite: Participation in previous sessions, successful completion of previous assignments and 80% or better on previous module entrance and exit exams.

Essential Learning Performance(s) – Overall Objective(s) by the end of Module 5 the students will have an understanding of:

  • 5.03

The strategies used to recognize risks when approaching intersections. The student will demonstrate the use of targeting in approaching intersections. The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits searching for clear left, front and right zones before entering any intersection, reducing speed to time arrival for green lights and/or open zones

  • 5.04

The dangers and risks involved at highway-rail grade crossings.

The student will demonstrate an awareness and strategies to reduce those risks and dangers.

  • 5.05

Rear zone conditions and begin to develop the ability to take the best actions to minimize the chances of others rear–ending your vehicle. The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits of mirrors usage before and after braking while stopped, before and after lane changes and when backing.

  • 5.06

The student will develop an awareness of how to control space when stopping in traffic.

Component Performances (Specific Objectives) by the end of Module 5 the student will be able to:

  • 5.03 – 5.04

Identify intersection types, shapes and controls. See intersections as a change to the LOS-POT, demonstrate an understanding of the searching and space management principles used when approaching and controlling any intersection including RR Crossings and Roundabouts.

  • 5.05

Identify rear zone conditions and demonstrate an ability to take the best actions to minimize the chances of others rear–ending your vehicle.

  • 5.06

Demonstrate an ability to effectively control space while stopping or stopped in traffic.

Materials / Resources:

Drive Right, 11th Ed.

Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum

Assessments: In-Class: will take Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum entrance exam 9 at the beginning of class which is based on last assignments and/or activities from session 15 with a minimum score of 80%. They

Module 5 Exit Exam

Title: – You Control the Intersection

Prerequisite: Participation in previous sessions, successful completion of previous assignments and 80% or better on previous module entrance and exit exams.

Essential Learning Performance(s) – Overall Objective(s) by the end of Module 5 the students will have an understanding of:

  • 5.01

How to send and receive messages effectively using a variety of techniques with other users of the roadway and in a variety of situations.

  • 5.02

How to identify high risk moments, that affect the control he/she has over the intended path of travel.

The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits Re-evaluating LOS-POT at the 4-second danger zone and identify LOS blockage.

  • 5.03

The strategies used to recognize risks when approaching intersections. The student will demonstrate the use of targeting in approaching intersections. The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits searching for clear left, front and right zones before entering any intersection, reducing speed to time arrival for green lights and/or open zones

  • 5.04

The dangers and risks involved at highway-rail grade crossings.

The student will demonstrate an awareness and strategies to reduce those risks and dangers.

  • 5.05

Rear zone conditions and begin to develop the ability to take the best actions to minimize the chances of others rear–ending your vehicle. The student will be introduced to the behaviors and benefits of mirrors usage before and after braking while stopped, before and after lane changes and when backing.

  • 5.06

The student will develop an awareness of how to control space when stopping in traffic.

Component Performances (Specific Objectives) by the end of Module 5 the student will be able to:

  • 5.01

Demonstrate how to send and receive messages effectively using a variety of techniques with other users of the roadway and in a variety of situations

  • 5.02

Identify high risk moments that affect the control he or she has over the intended path of travel.

Demonstrate the behaviors and explain the benefits of Re-evaluating LOS-POT while 4-seconds away and identifying LOS-POT Restrictions.

  • 5.03 – 5.04

Identify intersection types, shapes and controls. See intersections as a change to the LOS-POT, demonstrate an understanding of the searching and space management principles used when approaching and controlling any intersection including RR Crossings and Roundabouts.

  • 5.05

Identify rear zone conditions and demonstrate an ability to take the best actions to minimize the chances of others rear–ending your vehicle.

  • 5.06

Demonstrate an ability to effectively control space while stopping or stopped in traffic.

Materials / Resources:

Exit Exam Module 5 and Key, Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum

Assessments: In-Class: Students will pass Module 5 exit exam with a minimum score of 80%.

Following Class:Upon completion of this module the student will be eligible to participate in the 5th 30-minute in-car lesson

Resources to consider viewing to help with this module:

Johnson, M. L., Crabb, O., Opfer, A.A., Thiel, R.R., & Mottola, F.R. (2010). Drive Right. 11th ed. Glenview: Pearson Education.

Oregon Department of Transportation and Western Oregon University. Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum.

Palmer, J. W., et al., (2006). Responsible Driving. Woodhills: Glencoe/McGraw Hill,.

The Andy Pilgrim Foundation. The Driving Zone 2 and The Parent Driving Zone.

Module 5, Entrance Exam 9 – Key

You Control the Intersections

Note: The answers to the questions are in red. Take the answers out if using this quiz.

Name ______Date: ______Score: ______

Multiple Choice - Circle the best answer

  1. Once in an intersection,
  2. You may make any lane change you desire.
  3. You must be in the center lane to turn.
  4. You can change your mind about turning.
  5. You may not make any lane changes.
  1. An intersection that has signals or signs to assign the right of way is called
  2. a registered intersection
  3. A controlled intersection.
  4. An unregistered intersection.
  5. An uncontrolled intersection.
  1. An intersection with a left-turn light, a green arrow, or a delayed green light has
  2. A partially protected left turn.
  3. A protected left turn.
  4. A semi-protected left turn.
  5. An unprotected left turn.
  1. Turning right on red after stopping is permitted
  2. Only during daylight hours.
  3. Except when entering a one-way street.
  4. Unless a sign prohibits it.
  5. At all intersections.

Short Answer

  1. Explain the differences between controlled and uncontrolled railroad crossings.

Uncontrolled railroads crossings have a Crossbuck sign to mark it as a rail crossing. Controlled crossings may have a stop sign, red flashing lights, or red flashing lights and crossing gates.

  1. How soon before making a turn should a signal light be used?

Signal lights should be used five seconds before making any change in speed or direction to give others enough time to see it and interpret what it means.

  1. What are some messages that the headlights communicate?

Headlights make your vehicle more visible to others. Flashing headlights can warn oncoming vehicles of some danger they are driving into.

  1. How and when do you communicate with brake lights?

A tapping of the brake pedal flashes the brake lights to warn traffic to the rear of a slow-down or stop. When stopped, if you see a car approaching from the rear at a fast rate, a tapping of the brake pedal can be effective in alerting the driver to respond to the situation.

  1. How and when do you communicate with the horn?

Use the horn in a light tapping manner rather than a long sustained blast. To use the horn effectively, you must see the situation early enough to establish eye contact and get a response.

  1. How does the lane position of others send communications?

By reading the position of other vehicles, you can be tipped off to what is likely to happen. For example: You see a car change from the right lane to the left lane and begin to slow down; you can expect that a left turn will eventually be made.

Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum, used with permission

HA 5.02 Approaching and Controlling Intersections - KEY

Note: The answers to the questions are in red. Take the answers out if using this quiz.

Name ______Date: ______

Directions: Write a brief explanation for each of the steps listed below:

Use the following resource to complete this section: Partnership for Driver Excellence (6th edition pg. 53) Guide 17: Approaching Intersections

  1. Identify Intersection in Target Area:See intersection clues, evaluate targeting path
  2. Check the Rear Zone: Any time there is a possibility of a stop, get rear zone status
  3. Select Best Lane and Position:Based upon conditions and destination, use best lane and position
  4. Search Left, Front, Right Zones:Moving search 45 degrees, stopped 90 degrees for open space
  5. Speed Control for LOS-POT’s:Cover or apply brake when a reduction of control in any zone is detected
  6. Locate Point-of-No-Return: That point where you can no longer stop without entering the intersection - 2 seconds away from the intersection
  7. Stopping with No Car in Front
  8. Staggered Stop: Where you can see the stop line, 15 feet before line, inside lane 1st in line
  9. Legal Stop: At the stop line
  10. Safety Stop:At the curb line to solve LOS problems
  11. Stopping with Car in Front
  12. See Rear Tires at Ground:See bottom of tires touch ground, 12-15 feet away
  13. Delay Moving 2 Seconds:Wait for a count of 2 seconds after vehicle in front moves to put your car in motion.
  14. Stopped in Traffic:
  15. Neutralize High RisksBe aware of rear zone status, monitor the rear
  16. “Sand Barrels”Cars stopped to rear that would absorb some impact of a rear crash

Oregon Driver Risk Prevention Curriculum, used with permission