Position for normal stops

Expected outcome/competence

The ability to choose a safe, legal, and convenient place to stop, close to the edge of the kerb, where the vehicle will not obstruct the road and create a hazard. Display an understanding of – how and where to stop without causing danger to other road users.

Potential deviations from expected outcomes

• Normal stop not made in a safe position
• Both nearside wheels on the kerb/pavement
• Over a driveway
• At a bus stop
• Too far from the kerb
• Too near to a junction
• Opposite other parked vehicles

Examples of what might constitute something that would result in a fault being marked

Driving fault

Stopped, partially blocking a driveway with no inconvenience to other road users.

Serious fault

Stopped, completely blocking a driveway inconveniencing vehicle attempting to pull out.

Dangerous fault

Any situation brought about by the above fault that resulted in actual danger to the examiner, candidate, the general public or property