Lesson 6.7 | Module 6: Manoeuvres
Emergency Stop
Stop immediately and safely, then secure the car and move off with full checks.
Written Practice Guide
Written practice guide
This lesson is currently taught as a written guide. Read it before your next driving lesson, then use the practice task, instructor question, and self-check below to make the in-car lesson more useful.
Visual Guide
What This Helps With
The emergency stop tests decisive braking and safe restart, not just stopping quickly.
The Simple Version
Brake firmly on command, secure the car, breathe, then do full observations before moving off again.
Common Mistakes
- Braking too softly.
- Not securing the car.
- Moving off again without blind spot checks.
What Examiners Care About
Unsafe restart can be a bigger problem than the stop itself. Check properly.
Practise On Your Next Lesson
Ask to practise the restart checks after the stop, not only the braking.
Ask Your Instructor
"Were my observations good enough before moving off again?"
Quick Self-Check
- Did I brake firmly?
- Did I secure the car?
- Did I check before moving?