Revision question · Safety margins

What should you do before starting a journey in the snow?

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Consider whether your journey is essential

Try to avoid taking a passenger

Plan a route avoiding towns

Have a hot drink and a meal

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Consider whether your journey is essentialThis was the right answer

Don't ride in snowy or icy conditions unless your journey is essential. If you must go out, try to keep to main roads, which are more likely to be treated and clear.

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Rule 228Highway Code rule · Only an essential journey can justify considering travel in snow or ice; preparation does not make conditions safe.

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