Are animals considered a roadway hazard?

1. What are considered road hazards?
2. How livestock are responsible for road accidents?
3. What should you do if you see an animal on the side of the road?
4. What is not considered a road hazard?
5. Is a pothole considered a road hazard?
6. What animals are included in the road traffic Act?
7. What is animal and road safety?
8. Is hitting an animal an at fault accident?
9. Should you avoid animals on the road?
10. What are rural roads?
11. What are 3 roadside hazards you would see on a rural roadway?
12. Is a dry road a hazard?

What are considered road hazards?

Road hazard means a condition that may cause damage or wear and tear to a tire or wheel on a public or private roadway, roadside, driveway, or parking lot or garage, including potholes, nails, glass, road debris, and curbs.

How livestock are responsible for road accidents?

Hoofed mammals that stand high on their legs, such as cattle, horses and antelope such as kudu pose the most danger to vehicle occupants. If they are hit they can roll onto the bonnet and into the windshield or roof, resulting in extensive damage and serious or fatal injury.

What should you do if you see an animal on the side of the road?

If you do see a deer or other animal in the road ahead, don't slam on the brakes. Keep your lane position, and sound your horn while braking in a controlled manner. Sudden panic stops are not a good idea, as they could spook the animal, causing it to suddenly dart into the path of another vehicle.

What is not considered a road hazard?

What IS NOT a Road Hazard: ... Other Damages — Other types of damage that are NOT considered road hazards include damage caused by fire, theft, vandalism, accident, off-road use, improper inflation, or improper installation, all of which ARE NOT COVERED by our Road Hazard Protection Programs.

Is a pothole considered a road hazard?

Know the definition of “road hazards:” StreetDirectory.com says “road hazards are potholes, debris, nails, wood and other hazards found in the road. Curbs, sidewalks and stone walls are not road hazards.” Tire insurance coverage is contingent on how the tire was damaged (and by implication, your driving skills).

What animals are included in the road traffic Act?

Under section 170 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, a driver is required to stop and report an accident involving specified animals including horses, cattle ass, mules, sheep, pigs, goats or dogs, but not cats or wild animals. This requirement arises from their status as working animals rather than as domestic pets.

What is animal and road safety?

Provided you can slow down with control, steer around the animal but stay on the road if possible. Watch out for oncoming traffic. If a collision seems inevitable, don't swerve to avoid the animal; your risk of injury may be greater if you do. Maintain control of the vehicle.

Is hitting an animal an at fault accident?

Hitting a wild animal is generally a no-fault accident, but hitting a domesticated animal may be the owner's fault if he failed to restrain his animal. If you hit an animal while violating traffic laws, such as breaking the speed limit or running a red light, you may be partially at fault for the accident.

Should you avoid animals on the road?

Don't jeopardize vehicle control when avoiding animals

Do not try to swerve around an animal! You could lose control of your vehicle and hit a tree or another vehicle—both potentially much worse than hitting a deer. If you swerve, there's also a chance that the animal will panic and run into your path.

What are rural roads?

Rural roads are defined as low traffic volume roads located in forested and rangeland settings that serve residential, recreational and resource management uses. They may have been constructed to relatively low standards with a limited budget. ... Rural roads may be owned and/or managed by governmental or private parties.

What are 3 roadside hazards you would see on a rural roadway?

There are some potential hazards in rural areas that you should be aware of: unmarked field and farm driveways and entrances, livestock crossing areas and farm vehicles, rough road conditions.

Is a dry road a hazard?

Unfortunately even warm, dry roads are full of hazards. Be aware of these, however, and your sunny days on the road will be a (warm) blast.