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Preparing for the Test : The Hazard Perception Test

The Hazard Perception Test

After the multiple questions test, the candidate takes the Hazard Perception Test. This also uses a computer but the candidate responds by clicking a button on the mouse.

A short video is shown to explain how the hazard perception part of the Theory Test works.

A series of 14 video clips which feature every day road scenes is shown. Each clip includes at least one developing hazard, but one of the clips will feature two hazards, so the candidate must identify 15 developing hazards. To achieve a high score, he or she needs to spot and respond to the hazards during the early part of their development. The maximum points that can be scored on each hazard is five.

The pass mark for the hazard perception part of the theory test is 44 out of 75.

For further information about how the test is conducted and what is expected of the candidate, click on the Hazard Perception Test on the DSA website.

Helping the Learner Spot Hazards

The instructor will help the learner prepare for this part of the test by talking about potential hazards during the lessons. Again, if you accompany your learner on a lesson, you will see how the instructor draws attention to hazards around the learner. This will help you do the same during practice drives.