Intersections
Are you required to give way to pedestrians if trying to turn at an intersection?
Yes, a driver turning right or left must give way to pedestrians, if there is a danger of a collision.
What exactly is a supply pressure gage meant for?
To check tank pressure
If you get sleepy when driving, the best alternative is-
Halt, rest and if possible, change drivers.
If you are approaching a road works zone and a traffic controller displays a stop sign you must-
stop driving and follow the directions of the traffic controller.
Skills that are required to operating a commercial vehicle efficiently are
Steering, accelerating, stopping and backing safely.
You wish to make a right-hand turn from a ONE WAY STREET with no arrows marked on the roadway. You should position your vehicle -
You should position your vehicle -on the right-hand side of the street
What does a dual air brake system mean?
A single brake that operates 2 systems.
Why should you avoid heavy braking on wet road?
Your wheels may skid and cause a loss of control
How far from the approach side of a bus stop or a railway crossing can you stand or park your vehicle?
20 meters at least.
What emergency equipment should vehicles be fully equipped with?
Fire extinguishers, vehicle warning systems (eg. 3 liquid burning flares or 6 flare or 3 reflective warning triangles), spare electrical fuses
When there are no arrows marked on the road, left turns must be made from-
The far left-hand side of the road
What are the slack adjusters?
Regulates the slack in the brakes
You are about to move away from the curb in your car. What is the last thing you should do before you move into traffic?
Check over your shoulder
You are driving along a street and you want to stop for a while, are you permitted to double park your vehicle (that is park it alongside a park car)?
No, never.
How far should you look ahead while driving?
Good drivers look at least 12 to 15 seconds ahead.
What should you do on approaching a railway level crossing displaying a STOP Sign?
Stop at all times and proceed when safe to do so.
A straight air brake system can't spill more than what psi per minute with the brakes released and engine off?
2
What is the best way to avoid hitting other vehicles, people or animals when moving from the curb?
Check your mirrors and look over your shoulder before moving off from the curb.
When you see the headlights flashing on the front of a bus, you should?
Be mindful, there may be children aboard.
When should you adjust your mirrors?
Before starting any trip. It can only be checked accurately when the trailers are straight.
Even if the signal at a railway level crossing does not indicate that a train is coming, you should-
Slow down, be ready to stop and give way if there is danger of collision
If the air system leaks, what would hold the air in the tanks together?
The one-way check valve
It is important to scan while driving so you can see everything that is happening on the road. What does scanning involve?
Continually looking ahead, to the sides and using all mirrors when driving
if you come across some loose gravel on the road, you should-
Slow down
What are the 3 solid rules for using the turn signals?
Signal early enough before making a turn., signal continuously, and cancel your signal.