2011
ASSESSMENT GUIDE TO OUR FAULT MARKINGS
DEPARTMENT OF VEHICLES AND DRIVERS’ LICENSING
CAYMAN ISLANDS GOVERNMENT
Introduction
In October 2006, we introduced faults markings to add uniformity to the road test and to simplify
the existing grading system.
Each driving fault is assessed by the examiner upon careful scrutiny of the student’s overall driving
performance. In so doing, a fault MUST be recorded throughout the testing phase on the Driving
Test form.
Purpose
DVDL is committed to delivering all pertinent information to our customers, hence, this guide to
explain in simple language our Assessment Criteria and the Fault Markings.
The driving test consists of a number of manoeuvres as well as normal driving conditions. The
student is expected to deliver a degree of proficiency in their driving skills. Our Examiners are
skilled professionals, and are expected to utilize a high level of discretion, consideration and sound
judgment in grading a fault.
We continue to develop our examiners through training and supervision. It is impossible to cover
or describe every fault that may occur during a test.
Revised September 21, 2012
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The Assessment
In conducting the driving test our examiners MUST apply a uniform standard in grading the
student driver. Therefore, we have attempted through a Flow Chart to show the standard of
assessment and the degree of competency that is required of each student driver. In so doing, the
student is graded out of three faults, these are: Poor Performance, Serious, and Dangerous; each of
these fault are now explained:
Poor Performance
If a fault is considered NOT hazardous or serious it should be recorded as a poor
performance with a tick (  ) in the appropriate box. The student should have no more
than three repetitions of the same fault to fail.
Any further repetition of the said fault without direction or instructions from the examiner
during the course of “Competency to Drive” MUST not be graded. This deviation from
instruction exhibits a serious fault and should be an automatic failure and the test does not
continue.
Serious Faults
One that is critical or threatening that could become potentially hazardous if the student’s
were to continue. Again, the examiner MUST use his judgement, professionalism and skills
in making this assessment.
In any event, this should be recorded with a tick () on the Driving Test Form. The test
does not continue and the student fails. A hazardous and serious fault is a six (6)
fault grade
Dangerous Fault
One that involves the exposure of putting in a perilous position the life of the examiner or
student, or the safety and comfort of other road users; and the preservation and
protection of public and private property (Section 67 Traffic Law, 2011).
This should be recorded with a () on the Driving Test Form. The test does not continue
and the student automatically fails.
Examiner should use his judgement, professionalism and skill in making this assessment.
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Pass
In order for a student to pass the “Competency to Drive” test, he or she MUST have no more than
five (5) faults, none of which to be either hazardous or serious. Faults should be categorized as
“dangerous faults, serious fault, or poor performance.”
For ease of reference we have produced in the Guide a copy of the Approved Driving Test Form
and the Flow Chart of Fault Assessment.
Example of a Fault
Failure to wear seatbelt – It is a requirement under the Traffic Law and the Traffic (Seatbelts)
Regulations (1998 Revision) for drivers and passengers to wear a seatbelt when travelling in a
vehicle. However, there are exemptions for medical reasons to which a Medical Certificate MUST
be produced to the examiner.
If the student fail or refused to wear his or her seatbelt, the examiners will assess the fault and
consider whether there is a breach of any legal obligation. In this case, “Yes” then the examiner
determines the degree of risk associated with that fault.
In our scenario, the level of risk is high, so it would constitute a serious fault and an automatic
failure.
Flow Chart Explained
Firstly - identify and assessed the fault
Secondly - having identified the fault, the examiner will determine the cause and consider some key
identifiers:i.
ii.
iii.
Nature of faults
What happened?
What was the contributing factor to the fault occurring?
In the assessment of a fault, the examiner will look at four (4) key components:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Identify the digression from the degree of competency required
Is there an issue with control and safety?
Is there a legal obligation and has it been breached?
Identify what took place as a result of the fault
Next the examiner will weigh up the degree of risk, and make a determination to record
appropriateness of faults.
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DVDL’s Flow Chart of Fault Assessment
Candidate’s Degree of Competency
Identify digression from
the required competency
Do an assessment of digression
STOP!
Consider
whether the
digression is
sufficient to
record a fault
Fault is not recorded
NO
NO
YES
Can you identify a legal obligation?
YES
Is there a breach of the legal obligation?
Is there an issue of
control or safety?
NO
YES
Serious Fault
is recorded.
Automatic fail
YES or NO
Do an analysis of the fault
Record as Poor
Performance
Record as a
Serious Fault
Record as a
Dangerous Fault
Low Risk
Fault is not
recorded
High Risk
Exposure
to Danger
Source: Driving Standards
agency, UK.
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The Approved Driving Test Form
The examiner will use the reverse of this form as a guide in determining a potential driving fault and
the significance of whether to record such faults having made an assessment. Again, we cannot
cover all the faults that may occur during the test.
At the conclusion of the driving test, the examiner will de-brief the competency of the student and
provide a copy of the test form.
INFORMATION ON THE RECORDING OF FAULTS
Dangerous, Serious, Poor Performance
D
S
P
3
4
4
5
6
=
1
1
2
3
D = Dangerous driving fault - Any one of these will be an automatic failure and the test
does not continue.
4
S = Serious driving fault - Anyone of these will be an automatic failure and the test does
not continue
5
P = Poor Performance driving fault – Any six or more of these is considered a failure.
12
Total number of faults – This is a cumulative amount of faults added together of all
faults recorded.
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TRAFFIC LAW Section 34 and Regulations 9-Traffic Regulations
APPROVED DRIVING TEST
PART A: APPLICANT DECLARATION
Name: __________________________________________
Signature: _____________________
Date of Birth (DD/MM/YY) _____/_____/____
Date (DD/MM/YY) ___/___/_____
I hereby certify that:
* I do/do not suffer from any medical disability (fully disclosed)- s.29 Traffic Law
* I am not or am exempted from wearing of seat belts (Any exemptions) – Traffic (seat Belts) Regulations (1999 Revision)
*All documents presented (Certificate of Insurance, Vehicle Registration and Learners Licence) are in order
Insurance Company: __________________________________ Certificate #: ______________________ Issue: ____________Expiry: ___________
PART B: EXAMINER USE ONLY
DANGEROUS, SERIOUS, POOR PERFORMANCE
D
S
P
D S P
Eye Test
(viii)
Mirrors
Signalling
Change of direction
Change of speed
(ix)
Signals
Necessary
Correctly
Sufficient timing
(x)
Compliance with Signs/Signal
Police
Authorised persons
Traffic lights
Traffic signs
Road markings
GENERAL CONTROL
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
Safety Precautions
Use of Controls
Accelerator
Handbrake
Clutch
Gears
Footbrake
Steering
Moving Off
Smoothly
At an angle
Accurate course
Safety
Control
Gradients Level
Turn Vehicle Within Reasonable Compass
(Three Point Turn)
Forward & reverse gears
Reasonable accuracy
Proper observation
Control
(v)
Reverse Manouvre (Left / Right / General)
Proper observation
Control
Reasonable accuracy
(vi)
Emergency Stop
Promptly
Control
(xi)
Alertness/Planning
(xii)
Pedestrian Crossings
(xiii)
Speed
(xiv)
Junctions
Approach speed
Signals
Proper Observation
Positioning (Entry/Correct Lane/Exit)
(xv)
Roundabouts
Approach speed
Signals
Proper Observation
Positioning (Entry/Correct Lane/Exit)
(xvi)
Lane Discipline
Left side of road
Right side of road
Overtaking
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
(vii)
Parking (Reverse)
Safely without obstruction/danger
Legal obligations (road markings/junctions)
Proper observation
Control
TOTAL FAULTS
Examiners action during test:
Verbal
Physical
Debrief
DURATION OF TEST: _______________________ ROUTE #:_________
Name of Examiner:____________________________ (print legible)
RESULT OF TEST: PASS
FAIL
Signature of Examiner:__________________________
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Date:___/___/___
The Faults
Outlined below, we have presented and explained the assessment of each exercise by way of the
pyramid diagram to show the progression of the three (3) faults, which are: 1) Poor Performance, 2)
Serious, and 3) Dangerous. By so doing, you will notice that poor performance is the lowest
assessment, whilst the highest two are considered major and is recorded as an automatic failure The test does not continue.
PART 1
Eye Test Compliance
Degree of Competency required - To reading in good daylight (with the aid of
glasses if worn) a registration plate number fixed to a motor vehicle at a distance of
60 feet. r. 9. (a) “TR”
THE STANDARD OF ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
 Not necessary.
 Cannot meet the
requirement of eye test.
 Not necessary.
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PART 2
Safety Precautions
Degree of Competency required: –
 Students MUST make the necessary adjustment of mirrors
 Place seatbelt on before engine is started
 Check indicators and horn
THE STANDARD OF ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
 Whilst stopped at a busy
intersection, attempts to move
forward with a jerky start caused by
poor control of accelerator or poor
co-ordination with the clutch.
Serious Fault -
 At a busy intersection, without
applying handbrake/footbrake, allows
the vehicle to enter major roadway with
potential risk to other road users.
Dangerous Fault-
 Allowing the vehicle to be placed in a
position without recognising the need to
operate or not being able to operate its
control, which affects other traffic or road
users especially pedetrians, or exposes them
to actual or physical danger or harm.
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Use of Controls
and steering.
Accelerator (gas pedal), handbrake, clutch, gears, footbrake,
Degree of Competency required: – Operate all the controls of the vehicle efficiently and with safety
– r.9. (e) “TR”. Be aware that specific controls apply differently to other vehicle categories, therefore,
as a driver you are expected to:






Use accelerator and / or clutch smoothly
Always depress the clutch before each stop
Select the correct gear to match road & traffic conditions
Make use of footbrake smoothly and liberally
Prevent vehicle from moving backwards or forward when the parking brake is applied
Make proper use of steering – not too harsh, or steering too early or late so as to avoid collision
To place both hands on steering preferably 10 to 2, or 9 to 3 position
THE STANDARD OF ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
You brake too harshly, reducing the
vehicle speed with no risk to other
vehicles.
While driving, you applied footbrake
too harshly causing the vehicle to
significantly reduce speed and skid
eratically resulting in traffic behind to
taking evasive action to avoid a collision.
Any control faults which exposes or places
in a perilous position, the life of the examiner,
yourself or other road users or the safety and
comfort of public, and the preservation and
protection of public and private property.
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Moving off
For this exercise, safety and control is of paramount importance.
Degree of Competency required: – Start the vehicle from rest smoothly and efficiently and
maintain it on an accurate course as directed by the examiner – r.9. (b) “TR”
 Stop and start the vehicle on gradients – r. 9. (g) “TR”
 Ensure that correct precautionary observations are taken
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
While moving off, make no use of
mirrors or indicators with no risk to
other road users.
Serious Fault -
Fail to check the blind spot over both
shoulders before moving off into the
flow of traffic.
Dangerous Fault-
While moving off, you place yourself in a
situation where there is a lack of observation
which exposes or places in a perilous position,
the life of the examiner, yourself or other
road users; or the safety and comfort of the
public and the preservation ,and protection of
public and private property.
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Three Point Turn
importance.
For this exercise, control and observation is of paramount
Degree of Competency required: – Turn the vehicle completely about by using the forward and
reverse gears within a reasonable compass – r.9. (h) “TR”
 Maintain full control of the vehicle at slow speed, with reasonable accuracy and proper
observation of other road users
REMEMBER: - Mirror – Signal - Manoeuvre (MSM)
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
 Late use of mirrors while
performing the reverse manouvre of
this exercise.
While performing the reverse
manuouvre of this exercise, you
made no all round observation.
Putting yourself in a situation where there
is a lack of observation which exposes or
places in a perilous position, the life of the
examiner, yourself or other road users; or
the safety and comfort of the public, and
the preservation and protection of public
and private property.
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Reverse Manoeuvres (Right or Left)
is of paramount importance.
For this exercise, control and observation
Degree of Competency required: – Make turns to the right and left with accuracy and without
endangering other road users – r. 9. (c) “TR”
 Drive and turn the vehicle in reverse accurately and smoothly – r. 9. (f) “TR”
 Proper observation of other road users
 Demonstrate proficiency to accurately control the vehicle while reversing either to the left or
right and general reversing
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
 Having touched the kerb, you
take corrective measures to regain
control or accuracy of course.
Serious Fault -
 Mounting or hitting the kerb
resulting in significant loss of
comfort or steering to the vehicle
while reversing into an intersection
or junction, or while on a straight
course.
Dangerous Faut-
Putting yourself in a situation where
there is a lack of observation which
exposes or places in a perilous position,
the life of the examiner, yourself or other
road users; or the safety and comfort of
the public, and the preservation and
protection of public and private property.
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Emergency Stop
importance.
For this exercise, promptness and control is of paramount
Degree of Competency required: – Stop the vehicle smoothly and efficiently, at various speeds and
make emergency stops – r. 9. (d) “TR”
 Demonstrate proficiency and skill to execute this manoeuvre efficiently, promptly, safely and
with full control of the vehicle
 Be cognisant of your stopping distance on wet and slippery roads
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
Dispite vehicle skidding for a brief
distance, and recognising mistakes,
immediately used both hands on
steering to skillfully gain control.
Braking harshly without keeping both
hands on the steering allowing the vehicle
to skid out of control, without taking
corrective measures to regain control.
Putting yourself in a situation where there
is a lack of observation which exposes or
places in a perilous position, the life of the
examiner, yourself or other road users; or
the safety and comfort of the public, and
the preservation and protection of public
and private property.
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Parking (Reverse)
paramount importance.
For this exercise control and observation is of
Degree of Competency required: –Student should have the capacity to reasonably control the
vehicle with a degree of accuracy when parking on the road or close to another vehicle, or between
parked vehicles or into a parking bay – r. 9. (i) “TR”
 Proper observation of other road users throughout this exercise and any potential hazards
 Make such other normal manoeuvres as the examiner shall direct
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Repititive positioning is required
to compensate for accuracy or slow
to react to potential hazards.
Serious Fault -
Not completing manouvres within two
to three car lengths, resulting in excessive
backwards and forward movements to
compensate for poor judgement. Failure
to keep proper observation of potential
hazards, espacially of other vehicle or
pedestrians or children; or not reacting to
those hazards.
Dangerous Fault-
Putting yourself in a situation where there
is a lack of observation which exposes or
places in a perilous position, the life of the
examiner, yourself or other road users; or
the safety and comfort of the public, and
the preservation and protection of public
and private property.
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Mirrors (Rearview/Side)
r. 16. “TR”
Degree of Competency required: – Mirrors to be fitted and adjusted enabling full and effective use.
 Mirrors MUST be used before signalling, changing direction or speed
ALWAYS CHECK YOUR BLIND SPOTS BEFORE ANY MANOEUVRE.
REMEMBER: Mirrors – Signal - Manoeuvre (MSM)
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
 Not using mirrors effectively
before any manouevre or change of
direction or speed.
 Fail to use all mirrors
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
(Side/Rearview) before any
manouevre or change of direction
or speed.
Placing yourself in the above situation
without due regards or grave neglegence
on using mirrors, which exposes or places
in a perilous position, the life of the
examiner, yourself or other road users; or
the safety and comfort of the public, and
the preservation and protection of public
and private property.
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Signals
To give prior warning of any intended manoeuvres by means of the
prescribed hand or traffic indicator signals – S. 68 (h) “TL”
Degree of Competency required: – Give signals well in advance of intended manoeuvre and cancelled
appropriately after completion of manoeuvre.
 Always give clear signals to other road users of your intention
 Always use the signals as contained within the Official Road Code
 Assume all pedestrians are vulnerable – Do not indicate for them to cross the roadway
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
 Having applied the signal you
cancelled before you came to a stop.
Serious Fault -
Failure to give the appropriate signal
to warn other road users of a change
of speed or direction.
Dangerous Fault-
 Placing yourself in the above
situation which exposes or places in a
perilous position, the life of the
examiner, yourself or other road users;
or the safety and comfort of the public,
and the preservation, and protection of
public and private property.
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Compliance with Signs & Signals
In this exercise there is a statutory
requirement to comply with police or authorised persons signals, traffic lights, traffic signs
and road markings –s.68 (d)/ (e) “TL”
Degree of Competency required: – Comply with all signs given by police or other authorised
persons.
 Be familiar and show ability to recognise and understand all the traffic signs, traffic signals, road
marking in the Official Road Code.
 MUST act appropriately to traffic lights; come to a complete stop when red light is illuminated,
or exercise caution before entering major road when the green light is illuminated
 Be aware or alert to any action of other road users and be prepare to respond to any signals
given
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
 Late change of lane, by not
reacting to a broken white centre
line with no effect to safety.
Serious Fault -
 Omitted to comply with a road
marking or breaching one of the
above legal obligation.
Dangerous Fault-
 Placing yourself in any situation brought
about by a breach of stated legal
requirement,which exposes or places in a
perilous position, the life of the examiner,
yourself or other road users; or the safety
and comfort of the public and the
preservation, and protection of public and
private property.
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Alertness & Planning
road – s.67 “TL”
To exercise care and attention when using the
Degree of Competency required: – Be alert and show due consideration for other users at all times
especially the elderly, children, cyclist, horse riders & the physically challenged.
 Good forward planning, critical of what other road users may do, foreseeing how your actions
are likely to impact the vehicle or others around you, the traffic conditions and respond in
ample time.
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
 Late decision as to what cyclists
were doing.
 Failing to allow adequate clearance
to cyclists compromising their safety.
 Place yourself in a situation brought
about by the below serious fault, which
exposes or places in a perilous position,
the life of the examiner, yourself or
other road users; or the safety and
comfort of the public and the
preservation, and protection of public
and private property.
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Pedestrian Crossings
Degree of Competency required: – Be familiar and show ability to recognise a Pedestrian Crossing
as contained in the Official Road Code.
 Always be patient and considerate towards pedestrians, particularly the elderly and children
 Be prepared to slow down and stop if pedestrians are on the crossing
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
 Late in recognising an illuminated
placard at a signal controll crossing.
Serious Fault -
 Failing to give way to pedestrians
on the crossing.
Dangerous Fault-
 Placing yourself in a situation brought
about by the below serious fault which
exposes or places in a perilous position,
the life of the examiner, yourself or other
road users; or the safety and comfort of
the public and the preservation, and
protection of public and private property.
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Speed
To drive at such a speed, and at such manner, and at
such a distance – S.68 (f) “TL”
Degree of Competency required: – Not to drive too slow to obstruct the free flow of traffic
and keep within the required speed.
 Drive at a speed that would allow you to stop safely within the distance you can see clearly
 Be cognisant always of the road, traffic, weather conditions, road signs and speed limits.
REMEMBER the two second rule to double your distance on wet roads. For normal driving
you MUST maintain a distance of one car length per 10 mph.
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
 Drive too close for a short period
before maintaining a safer distance.
 Driving too close to other vehicles
without observing the two second rule, and
not taken into account the nature, condition
and use of the road, traffic or weather
condition at the time.
 Driving too fast which exposes or places in
a perilous position, the life of the examiner,
yourself or other road users; or the safety
and comfort of the public, and the
preservation and protection of public and
private property.
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Junctions
For this exercise, the following are of paramount importance:
approach speed, signals, proper observation, and positioning (entry, correct lane and exit).
Degree of Competency required: – Proper judgement and control of vehicle’s speed on
approach to junction in order to be able to exit safely, or stop in an emergency without being
involved in a collision.
 Always position the vehicle correctly (left, right or centre) in the correct lane
following the directional arrows of the signs or road markings where necessary
 Avoid cutting corners to right or left
 Proper observation of your surroundings before proceeding into a junction or
intersection for your safety and that of other road users
 No swinging out to the left or right when turning in either direction. Vehicle MUST
be positioned correctly
 Keep a lookout for vulnerable road users, such as cyclists, pedestrians, children, the
elderly and the physically challenged
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
 Lack of judgment with correct
speed on appproach to junction and
intersection, however the safety of
other road users is not
compromised.
 Approaching junction or
intersection too fast, and emerging
into traffic causing other drivers to
take evasive action.
 Placing yourself in a situation that is, approaching a
junction or intersection too fast for the road conditions
which exposes or places in a perilous position, the life of
the examiner, yourself or other road users; or the safety
and comfort of the public and the preservation, and
protection of public and private property.
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Lane Discipline
In this exercise, positioning of vehicle and normal driving is of
paramount importance. “To keep to the left o the road except when travelling in a one-way
street or overtaking, or when otherwise directed by a traffic sign or a signal , a police signal or
signal by authorized person. s.68 (b) “TL”
Degree of Competency required: – Maintain a speed and distance behind other vehicles to
avoid a collision. For normal driving, keep one vehicle length for every 10 mph – 2 second rule.
For wet roads, double this distance – 4 second rule.
 Position vehicle in the lane correctly. No straddling of lanes
 Always use mirrors and appropriate signals before any manoeuvres or change of direction
REMEMBER: Mirror – Signals – Manouvre (MSM)
 Give ample clearance to other vehicles, or road users when overtaking
 Follow all road markings, signs, and signals where necessary
THE STANDARD OR ASSESSMENT
Poor Performance -
Serious Fault -
Dangerous Fault-
 Driving distance errors in
following vehicle too close.
 Having driven too close behind the vehicle,
you persistently exceeded the speed limit
without disregards to other road users.
 Driving too dangerously, too close behind
another vehicle which exposes or places in a
perilous position, the life of the examiner, the
student or other road users; or the safety and
comfort of the public and the preservation, and
protection of public and private property.
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Conclusion
Every effort has been made to cover as many faults as possible. Again, it is impossible to cover all
faults that may occur during a test, and some may change or be added to take into account driving
conditions or changes to legislation. Outlined below are a number of faults that is provided as guide
only.
THIS IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF POSSIBLE FAULTS
 Capable of reading a registration plate at the required distance and the use of measuring tape
for the second time
Safety Precautions

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

Not wearing seat belts
Fail to check handbrake or gear lever
Fail to check indicators, horns, wipers etc.
Starting the engine while in gear (with clutch up) - standard shift vehicle
Use of Controls
Accelerator
 Erratic use
 Excessive reviving of engine
 Lack of control causing vehicle to jerk
Handbrake




Late and / or harsh use
Improper use allowing vehicle to roll backwards or forward
Not release fully or completely
Using while in motion
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Clutch




Allowing vehicle to stall
Uncontrolled release after selecting the gear
Not depressing the clutch fully
Lack of co-ordination with the accelerator
Gears
 Incorrect selection of gears for the road and traffic conditions
 Wrong gear when moving off
 Looking down at the gears when changing or shifting
 Coasting
Footbrake




Harsh and erratic use
Late use
Release too soon or too late
Missing the brake pedal
Steering
 Poor seating posture
 Failure to keep both hands on steering
 Poor judgement in turning, too early or too late to the left or right, and mounting the
pavement or kerb
 Fail to maintain steady control during normal driving
Moving Off
Precautions (Safety)




Fail to make proper observation before moving off
Failing to use mirrors (MIRROR – SIGNAL – MANOUVRE Sequence)
Moved off in an unsafe or dangerous manner
Fail to give appropriate signals
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Control





Loss of control while moving off on level or gradient or at an angle
Allowing vehicle to stall or gradient
Allowing to stall or persistent stalling
Allowing vehicle to roll backwards as well as forward
Use of incorrect gear
Three - Point Turn
Observation





Fail to look around before moving off
Fail to check blind spots
Fail to look to the rear prior to and while reversing
No regards for other road users
Undue delay for traffic, pedestrians or other road users
Control
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




Allowing vehicle to stall
Mounting or hitting the kerb or pavement
Poor judgement in turning too early, or too late to the left or the right
Undue delay in completing the exercise
Loss of control
Lack of co-ordination with accelerator, clutch or brakes
Fail to complete the exercise in three(3) turns
Reverse Manouvre – Left/Right/General
Observation
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Fail to look around before moving off
Fail to check blind spots
Fail to look to the rear prior to and while reversing
No regards for other road users
Undue delay for traffic, pedestrians or other road users
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Control
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Allowing vehicle to stall
Mounting or hitting the kerb or pavement
Turning the steering wheel in the wrong way
Steering too wide after the corner
Undue delay in completing the exercise
Loss of control
Lack of co-ordination with accelerator, clutch or brakes
 Not completing the exercise at a right angle
Emergency Stop
Promptly
 Slow or late reaction to instructions given by Examiner
 Fail to keep both hands on steering wheel during exercise
 Loss of control
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
Parking (Reverse & General)
Observation
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Fail to make proper observation before moving off
Fail to check blind spots
Undue delay for traffic, pedestrians or other road users
No regards for other road users
Control
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Allowing vehicle to stall
Mounting or hitting the kerb or pavement
Poor judgement in turning too late to the left or to the right
Turning the steering wheel the wrong way
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 Straddling, parking lines
 Fail to complete exercise within two car lengths
 Lack of co-ordination with controls
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Not completing the exercise at a right angle
Undue delay or avoidance in moving backwards and forward
Parking or moving too close to vehicles
Parking within 15 feet of junction or intersection
Parking on yellow lines
Mirrors
Signaling, Change of direction, Change of Speed or Stopping
 Fail to make effective use of MIRROR-SIGNAL MANOUVRE Sequence
 Late or no use of mirrors
 Fail to act on information observed in mirrors
Signals
Necessary
 Failure to re-activate traffic signals when cancelled
 Failure to give required signal when necessary
Correctly
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Arm signals not in compliance with Road Code
Failure to de-activate signal after use
Incorrect signal given (Mix up of signals either left or right)
Beckoning pedestrians to cross
Unnecessary signal
Misuse of horn
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Sufficient Timing
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Signaling too early or too late
Fail to make effective use of MIRROR – SIGNAL – MANOUVRE Sequence
Signaling after arriving at a junction or intersection
Giving signal likely to be misleading before any intended turn
Before exiting a roundabout gave signal too late
Compliance with Sign and Signals
Police and Authorised personnel
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Not understanding signals given
Failure to see signals given
Failure to act on signals given
Late reaction to signals
Traffic Lights
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Proceeding at an amber light while unsafe to do so
Failure to comply with a traffic light
Late reaction to traffic light
Bringing vehicle to a stop beyond stop line at a junction or intersection
Undue delay at a green light when safe to do so
Traffic Signs
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Failure to comply with stop signs
Failure to obey a no entry sign
Failure to comply with mandatory signs
Failure to comply with warning signs
Failure to comply with directional signs
Road Markings
 Failure to observe road markings
 Overtaking on a solid single white line or double white line in the centre of roadway
 Failure to follow directional arrows on roadway
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 Parking on yellow line (s) at edge of roadway or at a single unbroken yellow line in centre of
roadway
 Failure to comply to speed humps
Alertness and Planning
 Poor judgement on the anticipation of other road users and not reacting appropriately
Pedestrian Crossing
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Beckoning to pedestrians to cross
Overtaking at a pedestrian Crossing
Approaching too fast
Fail to stop while pedestrians are on crossing
Speed
 Failure to comply with prescribed speed limit
 Failure to take into account the existing road, traffic and weather conditions or the amount
of traffic that may be reasonably expected
Junctions and Roundabouts
Approach Speed
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Too fast or slow on the approach
Proceeding beyond the stop or give way lines or signals
Failure to give required signal
Signaling too late
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Proper Observation
 Fail to make proper observation before emerging on an approach or moving off without
having regard to other road users
Positioning (Entry, Correct Lane and Exit)
 Incorrect position or lane before turning right or left, or proceeding straight too far to the
left or to the right
 Cutting in after overtaking
Crossing (Cyclist, Pedestrian, vehicle and animals)
 Cutting in front of oncoming traffic or road users
 Fail to yield to oncoming traffic when turning right
REMEMBER – “Safe driving is everyone’s responsibility”
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Department of Vehicle & Drivers’ Licensing #990 Crewe Road, P.O. Box 1165, Grand Cayman
KY1-1102, CAYMAN ISLANDS. Tel #: (345) phone; (345) 945-8344, fax: (345) 945-8345
David Dixon, Director; Richards Simms, Deputy Director ; Courtney Myles, Assistant Manager ;
Roy Bush, Supervisor of Driving Examination & Vehicle Inspections.
Email: david.dixon@gov.ky, richard.simms@gov.ky, courtney.myles@gov.ky,
roy.bush@gov.ky
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