Your Hazard Perception Test SIMPLIFIED

Part of the DVSA theory test will be a hazard perception test. To pass the hazard perception test it isn't just about recognising a hazard it's also about understanding the stages of hazard and how to identify and react to the difference stages of hazard on the hazard perception test.

The Hazard Perception test, introduced in 2002, is an interactive test that assesses how well a learner driver can spot and react to various hazardous situation on the road.

In this video Francis Noakes the driving instructor gives an overview of why the Hazard Perception Test was introduced into the UK Theory Test, what to expect in the Hazard Perception Test and some real life examples and tips. We also explain the difference between Potential Hazards, Developing Hazards and Actual Hazards.

If you passed your Driving Test before the Hazard Perception Test was introduced, this is still a very important video to watch to make the roads safer.