Course Information Category C Rigid Bodied Truck

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1 Course Information Category C Rigid Bodied Truck Trainee Name... This booklet is to be retained by the Trainee and presented to the instructor on each training session. JAUPT APPROVED CENTRE AC00364 Tockwith Training Services Ltd The Training Centre, Shirbutt Lane, Hessay, York, North Yorkshire YO26 8JT Phone Web - tockwithtraining.co.uk - bookings@tockwithtraining.co.uk Follow us - & facebook.com/tockwithtrain

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3 Welcome to Tockwith Training Services Ltd. As you have reached the point of receiving an induction that means you are starting your practical training. Listed below is some general information to ensure your time with us is as safe and enjoyable as possible. Driving Licence and other documents You are required to carry both parts of your driving licence with you at all times. On your test day you must present both parts of your driving licence to the driving examiner. You must also be able to produce your theory, hazard perception and case studies pass papers if required for inspection by us and the driving examiner on the day of the test. Ask your instructor if you are unsure what you need to present to the driving examiner. Health and Safety The Health and Safety 1974 etc Act poster is displayed in the waiting room. Our health and safety statement and policy is available to download from our website if you would like a copy please ask at reception. A speed limit of 10mph is imposed in our training site, you need to be aware that other large vehicles and forklifts operate in and around our premises and as such can present a hazard. Do not put yourself where you can t be seen and always wear a high visability vest. We will provide personal protective equipment where necessary - high visability clothing, gloves, hard hat and disposable boiler suits, please co-operate with your instructor by wearing PPE provided for your safety. Our fire policy is also available to view on our website or a copy can be sought from reception. Emergency exits and fire extinguishers are clearly marked and the meeting point is by the entrance. Your instructor will guide you out of the building in event of a fire. You will find a first aid box in all training vehicles and in reception. Your trained first aider is Laurie Moore, if help is required please contact reception immediately. You must co-operate with your instructor in all aspects of health and safety. Please remove all litter from your training vehicle at the end of your training session and any belongings left in our offices or the vehicle are not our responsibility. Domestic arrangements Free cold water is available in the instructor room and a coffee machine is located in the warehouse on the way out of the offices near the back door. If you have any problem with the coffee machine please inform reception. Toilets are off the corridor to the left, if these are not clean please inform reception. Smoking is only permitted outside, smoking inside a training vehicle may lead to a 50 fine to cover the cost of cleaning the interior. Parking At times the car park can become congested, it may be wise to ask your instructor for where is best to park, please don t park in the training areas. Equal opportunities Tockwith Training Sevices Ltd are an equal opportunities employer and training provider and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. Our equal opportunities policy is available for download from our website and if you feel we have not met the aims of our policy you must report the instance to reception. Grievance and complaint procedure If you have any complaint please speak to reception and we will aim to resolve the matter, our complaints policy is available on our website. Data Protection Your personal details will not be disclosed to any third parties and will be distroyed after 6 years. Our data protection policy is available to view on our website. Declaration I have read and understood the above and I understand that this information will be used by Tockwith Training Services Ltd while in attendance and if required at any time after a training course has completed. Print Name... Signed... Date... 2

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5 Welcome to Tockwith Training Services Ltd. As you have reached the point of receiving an induction that means you are starting your practical training. Listed below is some general information to ensure your time with us is as safe and enjoyable as possible. Driving Licence and other documents You are required to carry both parts of your driving licence with you at all times. On your test day you must present both parts of your driving licence to the driving examiner. You must also be able to produce your theory, hazard perception and case studies pass papers if required for inspection by us and the driving examiner on the day of the test. Ask your instructor if you are unsure what you need to present to the driving examiner. Health and Safety The Health and Safety 1974 etc Act poster is displayed in the waiting room. Our health and safety statement and policy is available to download from our website if you would like a copy please ask at reception. A speed limit of 10mph is imposed in our training site, you need to be aware that other large vehicles and forklifts operate in and around our premises and as such can present a hazard. Do not put yourself where you can t be seen and always wear a high visability vest. We will provide personal protective equipment where necessary - high visability clothing, gloves, hard hat and disposable boiler suits, please co-operate with your instructor by wearing PPE provided for your safety. Our fire policy is also available to view on our website or a copy can be sought from reception. Emergency exits and fire extinguishers are clearly marked and the meeting point is by the entrance. Your instructor will guide you out of the building in event of a fire. You will find a first aid box in all training vehicles and in reception. Your trained first aider is Laurie Moore, if help is required please contact reception immediately. You must co-operate with your instructor in all aspects of health and safety. Please remove all litter from your training vehicle at the end of your training session and any belongings left in our offices or the vehicle are not our responsibility. Domestic arrangements Free cold water is available in the instructor room and a coffee machine is located in the warehouse on the way out of the offices near the back door. If you have any problem with the coffee machine please inform reception. Toilets are off the corridor to the left, if these are not clean please inform reception. Smoking is only permitted outside, smoking inside a training vehicle may lead to a 50 fine to cover the cost of cleaning the interior. Parking At times the car park can become congested, it may be wise to ask your instructor for where is best to park, please don t park in the training areas. Equal opportunities Tockwith Training Sevices Ltd are an equal opportunities employer and training provider and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. Our equal opportunities policy is available for download from our website and if you feel we have not met the aims of our policy you must report the instance to reception. Grievance and complaint procedure If you have any complaint please speak to reception and we will aim to resolve the matter, our complaints policy is available on our website. Data Protection Your personal details will not be disclosed to any third parties and will be distroyed after 6 years. Our data protection policy is available to view on our website. Declaration I have read and understood the above and I understand that this information will be used by Tockwith Training Services Ltd while in attendance and if required at any time after a training course has completed. Print Name... Signed... Date... 4

6 Course Feedback Form Course Name:. Date:.... Training Venue: How did you find us?:.. Requires Attention Below Acceptable Good Excellent Expectations Suitability of training venue Suitability of videos, handouts, presentations Course content Instructional ability of the lecturer Approachable instructor Interesting and useful course Any other comments If you are prepared to give your name and contact details please complete below Name: If you would be interested in any further courses and would like more information, please state below. Remember we offer many different training courses, Forklift, Driver CPC, Driver Training, HIAB, Rough Terrain Lift Trucks and Driving for Work Assessments. 5 Tockwith Training Services Ltd The Training Centre, Shirbutt Lane, Hessay, York, North Yorkshire YO26 8JT Phone Web - tockwithtraining.co.uk - bookings@tockwithtraining.co.uk Follow us - & facebook.com/tockwithtrain

7 I declare that: the use of the test vehicle for the purposes of the test is fully covered by a valid policy of insurance which satisfies the requirements of the relevant legislation. I normally live/have lived in the UK for at least 185 days in the last 12 months (except taxi/private hire). See note 30. Driving Test Report Application Ref. Date Time Dr./No. S DL25A 0408 D/C DTC Code / Authority Reg. No. Staff / Ref. No. Auto Ext Cat. Type V Instructor Reg Instructor Cert Sup ADI Int Other C 1a Eyesight 1b H/Code / Safety 2 Controlled Stop 3 Reverse / Left Reverse with trailer 4 Reverse/ Right 5 Reverse Park R C 6 Turn in road control observation control observation control obs. control Total S D 13 Move off safety control 14 Use of mirrors- M/C signalling rear obs change direction 15 Signals 16 Clearance / obstructions 17 Response to signs / signals change speed necessary correctly timed traffic signs road markings Total S D 23 Positioning normal driving lane discipline 24 Pedestrian crossings 25 Position / normal stops 26 Awareness / planning 27 Ancillary controls 28 Spare 1 29 Spare 2 30 Spare 3 31 Spare 4 32 Spare 5 Total S D 7 Vehicle checks 8 Taxi manoeuvre 9 Taxi wheelchair 10 Uncouple / recouple 11 Precautions 12 Control accelerator clutch gears footbrake parking brake / MC front brake steering balance M/C PCV door exercise observation control observation traffic lights traffic controllers other road users 18 Use of speed 19 Following distance 20 Progress appropriate speed undue hesitation 21 Junctions approach speed observation turning right turning left cutting corners 22 Judgement overtaking meeting crossing 33 Wheelchair Pass Fail Pass Fail None ETA V P D255 Debrief Wheelchair Cert. No: Activity Code Total Faults Survey A B C D Eco Safe driving I acknowledge receipt of Pass Certificate Number: E F G H Control Planning Licence rec'd Yes COA X X X There has been no change to my health: see note 29 overleaf. No Route No. Crown Copyright 2008 DSA An executive agency of the Department for Transport Form Ref. DL25 FCN177477/19 6

8 The reversing exercise. Parking Bay Cone B A + A1 As you can see from the picture above, your aim is to drive up to the A & A1 cones, the front of your vehicle must not pass the cones A & A1. Then reverse past cone B on the oposite side to the approach and finish with the vehicle in the parking bay. The rear of the vehicle must be within the yellow and black marked area without pushing the barrier. Remember to maintain good control of your vehicle and make affective all round observation. Avoid hitting any cones or the parking bay barrier and don t let more than 3/4 of the bredth of the tyre cross the yellow line that borders the reversing area. 7

9 Candidate Progress: Basic Skills Introduced Practicing Mastered Braking Control Changing Gears Mirror & Blind Spot Steering Control Hill Starts Angle Starts Controlled Stop 8

10 Candidate Progress: Road Skills Introduced Practicing Mastered Signals Road Markings Junc. Major to Minor Crossing Traffic Safely Emerging T-Junctions Crossroads Traffic Lights Mini Roundabouts Roundabouts Complex Roundabouts 9

11 Candidate Progress: Interaction Skills Introduced Practicing Mastered Planning/Anticipation Meeting Situations Pedestrian Crossings Adequate Clearance Following Distance Overtaking One-way Systems Motorway Joining Motorway Overtaking Motorway Leaving Railway Crossings 10

12 Candidate Progress: Manoeuvring Introduced Practicing Mastered Reverse Straight Reverse Left Reverse Right Reverse in Parking Bay Uncouple/Recouple 11

13 Test area/route Clockwise Counter- Notes clockwise Knaresborough/ Harrogate A1-A64 R about Aberford Ring Road-A61 R about Roundhay Street Lane Lights Wetherby Bramham Shadwell/Ring Road Signs Rudgate Sandbeck Industrial Estate Boston Spa Collingham Coal Road A1M Wattlesyke R about Boston Spa R about Harewood House Lights Linton Tadcaster Rudgate Bridge Road Boston Spa York Racecourse 12

14 Lesson Record: Day Strengths Areas for development One Two Three Four Five 13

15 Category C & D Safety Questions 01/07/2008 Show Question Topic / Tell Question Answe r All doors must be closed and locking levers for Show me how you would check that all doors cargo doors are set in the recommended secured CD1 Doors Show including cargo doors are secure. position. CD2 Air Show Show me how you would check for air leaks on this vehicle. Charge the air tanks, Charge the air tanks, consult gauges for drops in air pressure. Walk round vehicle listening for any obvious leaks. CD3 Loads Tell CD4 Reflectors Tell Tell me the main safety factors involved in loading this vehicle. Tell me how you would check the condition of the reflectors on this vehicle. The load should be evenly distributed throughout the length of the vehicle so as not to affect control while the vehicle is being driven. Any load must be carried so that it does not endanger other road users. It must be securely stowed within the size and weight limits for the vehicle. The load needs to be secure so that it cannot move or fall from the vehicle when cornering or braking. Ensure that all reflectors are fitted, clean, and functional (not cracked or broken). CD5 Windscreen Tell CD6 Mudguards Show Tell me how you would check the condition of the windscreen & windows on this vehicle. Show me how you would check the condition of the mudguards on this vehicle. The windscreen and windows must be clean, clear and free from defects. No mascots or sticker that restrict view. As part of daily walk-round check ensure mudguards and spray suppression equipment are secure. 14

16 Category C & D Safety Questions 01/07/2008 Question Topic Show CD7 Tyres Tell / Tell Question Answe r Tell me how you would check your tyres to ensure that they are correctly inflated, have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road. Follow manufacturer s guide, using appropriate equipment, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold. Must have a tread depth of at least 1mm across ¾ of the breadth of the tread and in a continuous band around the entire circumference. There should be no cuts, damage or signs of cord visible at the sidewalls. CD8 Wipers Tell CD9 Body Tell CD10 Air Show CD11 Oil Tell Tell me how you would check the condition of the windscreen wipers on this vehicle. Tell me how you would check the condition of the body is safe on this vehicle. Show me how you would check for the correct air pressure on this vehicle. Identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil. Windscreen wipers must operate. Blades should be in good condition. As part of a daily walk-round check, ensure the body is fully roadworthy and there are no significant defects. No loose panels or items, which could endanger other road users. All inspection panels must be secure. Ensure gauges are reading the correct pressures for the vehicle and that all warning lights are extinguished and audible warning devices are not sounding. Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the minimum/maximum markers. CD12 Wheel nuts Show Show me how you would check the wheel nuts are secure on this vehicle. A visual check to identify any nuts that are obviously loose, and check that the wheel nut indicators (if fitted) are in alignment. 15

17 Category C & D Safety Questions 01/07/2008 Question Topic CD13 Show Audible warning Show / Tell Question Answe r Show me how you would check the operation (specify horn, warning device for reversing) of the audible warning devices on this vehicle. Demonstrate use of control. CD14 Suspension Tell CD15 Brake lights Show CD16 Coolant Tell Tell me how you would check the condition of the suspension on this vehicle. Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this vehicle (I can assist you, if you need to switch the ignition on, please don't start the engine) Identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check that the engine has the correct level. As part of a daily walk-round check, suspension should be checked for any obvious signs of deterioration or damage. Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors, etc, or ask someone to help. Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level. CD17 Lights Tell CD18 Tachograph Show CD19 Tail lift etc. Tell Tell me how you would check that the headlamps, sidelights & tail lights are working. Show me how you would replace the tachograph disc on this vehicle. Tell me how you would operate the loading mechanism on this vehicle (vehicle specific i.e. Tail Lift). Explain. Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk round vehicle. Candidate to demonstrate how to insert tachograph disc. Digital tachographs may require an explanation if the candidate does not have a digital card Candidates should be able to explain briefly the correct operation and safe working practice of specific machinery fitted to the vehicle, e.g. tail lift, kneeling bus. 16

18 Category C & D Safety Questions 01/07/2008 Question Topic Show / Tell Question Answe r CD20 Steering Show Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working. If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning. CD21 Indicators Show CD22 Washer fluid Tell CD23 Instruments Show Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working. Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level. Show me what instrument checks you would make before and after starting the engine on this vehicle. Applying the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning of all indicators. Identify reservoir and explain how to check level. Check to make sure all gauges and warning systems are working. Ensure that all gauges are reading correctly and that warning lights / audible warning devices are extinguished before moving away. 17

19 Category C & D Safety Questions 01/07/2008 Question Topic Show CD24 First Aid Show / Tell Question Answe r Show me where the first aid equipment is kept on this vehicle. Candidate to indicate equipment if carried. Where equipment is not present, candidates should be able to explain under what circumstances (i.e. vehicle types, loads carried) it must be provided. CD25 CD26 Windscreen Washers Show Windscreen Demister Show Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers Show me how you would set the windscreen demister to clear the windows effectively Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen (turn ignition on if necessary). Set all relevant controls including; fan, temperature, air direction / source and heated screen to clear windscreen and windows. Engine does not have to be started for this demonstration. CD27 Rear fog light Show CD28 Headlights Show Show me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use it/them. (No need to exit vehicle) Show me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam Operate switch (turn on ignition and dipped headlights if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. Questions covered by procedures already in place will continue to be asked as at present. These will be in addition to the combination used on test. Are you satisfied that your cab locking mechanism is secure? Show me where the emergency exits are and how you would check that they are operating correctly. 18

20 Tockwith Training Service Ltd Approved Module 4 Daily Walkaround Check Sheet Please use this form on your Module 4 Test Trainee Name Vehicle registration Week commencing Colour code guide: RED - MUST CHECK Green - Nice to check but not needed to pass the test Exterior Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat Lights Tyres Reflectors & Number Plates Mirrors Wheels Nuts Engine Oil & Coolant Exterior Condition Interior Horn Wipers & Washers Speedometer & Tachograph Speed Limiter Setting Seat Belt Driving Controls With engine running Excess exhaust smoke Brakes (firm pedal & no leaks) Driver signature Please report all defects to reception. Do not attempt repairs or use defective vehicles. 19

21 Module 4 Test Information The Module 4 Test is taken at the practical driving test centre. The candidate is required to demonstrate and explain their knowledge in five key areas designed by the Driving Standards Agency, and by working with transport companies to create a 'real world' test. The five topic areas are: Ability to load the vehicle with due regard for safety rules and proper vehicle use Security of the vehicle and contents How to avoid transporting illegal immigrants and banned substances Understand what to do in an emergency or incident Ability to check the vehicle for defects The candidate will be expected to take a hands on approach to answering the examiners questions. The candidate will be presented at the driving test centre with the training vehicle, which they can use to demonstrate their knowledge. The examiner will ask various questions and ask the candidate to show how they would do a task. Each of the topics areas will have up to four questions or requests to demonstrate. Some topics will only have one question or request to demonstrate. The examiner will be looking for the candidate to explain verbally or demonstrate physically the 'Key Knowledge Indicators' (KKI's) as created by the DSA. The KKI's sought by the examiner are not published directly; instead they prefer the candidate to have a good general understanding of the topic area as a whole. By having this understanding the candidate should be able to satisfactory answer the question or show the examiner what should be carried out with a hands on demonstration. The marking system works as a percentage, if all the questions and demonstrations are correct the candidate can score a maximum mark of 100%. Each topic area is worth 20% with each KKI worth 5% and a maximum of four KKI's available for the topic area. For an example question: What would you do if you were involved in a road accident? KKI 1 - Turn off your vehicle so that fuel and battery is isolated, 5% gained KKI 2 - Warn others of danger with hazard lights, warning triangles, another 5% gained KKI 3 - Offer assistance to others, another 5% gained KKI 4 - Contact the emergency services, final 5% gained to make a maximum of 20% However there is one exception to this marking system, the topic area, Ability to check the vehicle for defects is divided into 2% for each of the 10 KKI's, which in this case are parts of the vehicle such as tyres, lights and tachograph that the candidate needs to check for defects. However the score for this topic can only be the same as the other topic areas, 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% or 20%. If the candidate misses out 2 items, such as lights and reflectors they will lose 4% but this will be rounded down to a 5% loss to give a score of 15% for this topic. A minimum of 15% must be scored for each topic area so candidates must ensure they do not forget more than two of the 10 defect check items that form part of this test. It is with this in mind that we recommended that you ensure you use the vehicle defect check sheet provided in this booklet during the test. Candidates are permitted to use check sheets to ensure they don't miss any items during this walk around test, as these check sheets are commonly used by professional drivers. The other 4 topic areas that have four KKI's, the candidate must mention or demonstrate a minimum of three to gain the minimum of 15% required to pass. The overall percentage scored must also be over 80% for the entire test and final result. 20

22 Topic One: Ability to load the vehicle with due regard for safety rules and proper vehicle use Question One, Part One Your fully laden vehicle is ready for you to do a delivery. Show me the checks you would make to ensure the vehicle is not overloaded. Answer: Visual check of the vehicle suspension to see if it heavily compressed (5%) Check the vehicle body for any excessive leaning to one side (5%) Tyres checks for touching doubles and mud flaps near the floor (5%) Question One, Part Two If you are still in doubt, what else could you do? Answer: Confirm the weight by taking the vehicle to the nearest weighbridge (5%) Question Six, Part One On this empty vehicle you have been asked to collect half a load of palletised paper. I want you to show me by pointing to the correct distribution area(s) on this vehicle where the load should be placed. Answer: Normally point to just behind the rear axle and towards halfway from the back of the cab. (5%) Question six, Part Two Select which restraining device you would use to secure the load Answer: Webbing Strap and ratchet (5%) Question Six, Part Three Show me how you would secure the load with the restraining device using the load securingtrolley. Answer: Demonstrate competence in the use of the webbing strap (5%) Question Six, Part Four Show me how you would release the restraining device Answer: Demonstrate competence in releasing the restraining device (5%) 21

23 Topic One: Ability to load the vehicle with due regard for safety rules and proper vehicle use Question Eight. Part One On this empty vehicle you have been asked to collect half a load of steel plates. I want you to show me by pointing to the correct distribution area(s) on this vehicle where the load should be placed. Answer: Normally point to just behind the rear axle and towards halfway from the back of the cab. (5%) Question Eight, Part Two Select which restraining device you would use to secure the load. Answer: Select the chain and tensioner (5%) Question Eight, Part Three Show me how you would secure the load with therestraining device using the load securing trolley. Answer: Demonstrate competence in the use of the chain and tensioner (5%) Question Eight, Part Four Show me how you would release the restraining device Answer: Demonstrate competence in releasing the restraining device (5%) Question Twelve, Part One I d like you to point to the centre of gravity on this vehicle Answer: Point to the same height as the load bed and centre of the wheelbase (5%) Question Twelve, Part Two Explain what effect driving forces would have on this vehicle if it were fully laden Answer: Acceleration could cause the load to move backwards of fall off the back (5%) Braking could cause the load to move forwards (5%) When turning it could cause the load to fall off to the side (5%) 22

24 Topic One: Ability to load the vehicle with due regard for safety rules and proper vehicle use Question Sixteen, Part one You have delivered part of your load and are left with half a load of empty steel cages inside your boxvan. Show me by pointing to the correct distribution area(s) on this vehicle where this load should be placed. Answer: Point to the headboard and halfway down the boxvan body (5%) Question Sixteen, Part Two Select which retraining device you would use to secure the load. Answer: Select the load tensioning bar (5%) Question Sixteen, Part Three Show me how you would secure the load with the restraining device using the load securing trolley. Answer: Demonstrate competence in the use of the load tensioning bar (5%) Question Sixteen, Part Four Show me how you would release the restraining device. Answer: Demonstrate how to release the restraining device (5%) Question Eighteen, Part one You are about to make a long journey in this vehicle. Show me what checks you would make to this vehicle s fuel system and explain what precautions you should take to ensure it remains in a serviceable condition, especially in very cold weather conditions. Answer: Check fuel fill level and cap security (5%) Check fuel tank and mountings for condition (5%) Explain use of winter fuel and additives (5%) Check the fuel instrument gauge for enough fuel for the journey (5%) Question Nineteen, Part one Show me how to check the unladen weight on this vehicle. Answer: Identify vehicle unladen weight written on the chassis or design weight plate (5%) Question Nineteen, Part Two Walk around the vehicle showing me what checks you would make to ensure the vehicle is not overloaded. Answer: Check the body for excessive leaning (5%) Check the tyres for touching and/or mud flaps near the floor (5%) Question Nineteen, Part Three If you are still in doubt, what else could you do? Answer: Confirmation by taking the vehicle to the nearest weighbridge (5%) 23

25 Topic Two: Security of vehicle and contents Question Two, Part one When you need to leave your vehicle, where might you consider parking. Answer: Only park in secure well lit reputable vehicle parks; where possible park with the rear doors against a wall or backing up to another vehicle (5%) Question Two, Part Two Demonstrate and explain what safety checks and security precautions you would take. Answer: Remove keys and lock the doors (5%) Activate or explain the use of any other security features (5%) Walk around security check of seals etc (5%)) Question Nine, Part one You suspect a brake fault on this vehicle. Show me what checks you can make to confirm if the compressor is working properly and any checks you could make for identifying air leaks. Answer: Physical check of the air system ensuring air lines are serviceable (5%) Emptying the tanks by pumping the footbrake with engine off (5%) Restarting the engine and charging the system (5%) Turn off the engine, depress and hold the footbrake and listen for leaks or wedge the footbrake or ask third party to assist listening for leaks from the footbrake system (5%) Question Ten, Part one On entering your vehicle for the first time, show me all of the practical and visual safety checks you wouldmake before starting the engine, which I would like you to do. Answer: Cockpit drill (5%) Check handbrake is on and gears in neutral before starting the engine (5%) Audible/visual warning systems are checked and you have sufficient fuel (5%) Your aware of the vehicle height, check the sign inside the cab (5%) 24

26 Topic Two: Security of vehicle and contents Question Thirteen, Part one Please show me and explain what tyre, wheel and spray suppression checks you would make before driving this vehicle. Answer: Walk around and check all mud guards and flaps (5%) Visual check for tread depth and condition of tyres (5%) Any foreign debris between double wheels (5%) Wheel nuts secure or wheel nut indicators aligned (5%) Question Fourteen, Part one Please walk around the vehicle and explain to me what projections and overhangs there are. Answer: Identify front bumper, rear bumper, mirrors, headboard, rear overhang (5%) Describe what allowance you would have to make for these projections and overhangs when driving the vehicle. Answer: Overhangs can sweep over kerbs when turning, colliding with signs, pedestrians and over vehicles (5%) Mirror projections can come into contact with signs, pedestrians and vehicles (5%) Good all round observation is required as well as extensive use of all mirrors to check for any rear end sweep (5%) Question Seventeen, Part one You intend to drive this vehicle for the first time. Show me how you would check the vehicle s dimensions and weight. Answer: Identify the vehicle height sign in the cab (5%) Check the train weight VI Plate (5%) Is aware of the train length (5%) Is aware of the vehicle width (5%) Question Twenty, Part one You are driving on a motorway and flames appear around one of your tyres. Show me how you would deal with this small fire. Answer: Stop as quickly as possible on the hard shoulder (5%) Aware of the need to contact the emergency services (5%) Isolate the electrical supply (5%) Question Twenty, Part Two Please look at this picture. Which extinguisher would you not use on a fuel fire. Answer Identify the water extinguisher (5%) 25

27 Topic Three: Ability to prevent criminality and trafficking illegal immigrants Question Twenty, Part one You are parked at a border crossing and left the vehicle unattended. Show me what checks you would make before driving through customs. Answer: Check external compartments (5%) Check under and on top of the vehicle (5%) Check inside the cab and load security seals or curtain damage (5%) Check fuel cap in place and not tampered with (5%) Question Seven, Part one You ve had a comfort break just before boarding a cross channel ferry. Show me what checks you would make to this vehicle before driving through customs. Answer: Check external compartments (5%) Check under and on top of the vehicle (5%) Check inside the cab and load security seals or curtain damage (5%) Check fuel cap in place and not tampered with (5%) Question Fifthteen, Part one You are parked at the docks and following a rest break you suspect your vehicle may have been tampered with. Show me what checks you would make around and within your vehicle before continuing with your journey. Answer: Check external compartments (5%) Check under and on top of the vehicle (5%) Check inside the cab and load security seals or curtain damage (5%) Check fuel cap in place and not tampered with (5%) 26

28 Topic Four: Ability to assess emergency situations Question Four, Part one Show me how you would enter the vehicle safely, and then show me all of the precautions you would take before starting the engine. Answer: Open the drivers door fully and use both grab rails to enter the cab making sure that all the steps are used (5%) Close the door, set the seat position, set the mirrors, check parking brake is applied and the gearbox is in neutral (5%) Question Four, Part Two You are now parked on the left on a busy main road. Please show me how you would leave your vehicle safely. Answer Ensure that the vehicle is secure, stop the engine and before opening the door check around for safety of others (5%) Exit backwards and use both grab rails making sure that all steps are used to exit the vehicle (5%) This question is on all eight papers Topic Five: Ability to assess emergency situations Question Five From the drivers seat and externally, show me and explain the daily safety checks you would make to this vehicle before driving on the road. Answer: Brakes (2%) Lights (2%) Tyres (2%) Wipers/washers (2%) Horn (2%) Mirrors (2%) Speedometer/Tachograph (2%) Reflectors/Number plates (2%) Exhaust systems (2%) Speed limiter setting (2%) This question is on all eight papers 27

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