Leaving the Vehicle Heavy Vehicle by theorytestuk.co.uk | Aug 12, 2023 | 0 comments Welcome to your Leaving the Vehicle Heavy Vehicle 1. 3. You've parked on the roadside. What must you do before leaving the vehicle? Reset the retarder Stop the engine Switch off the tachograph Remove your personal items 2. 2. You're working on the platform of a flat-bed lorry. What's the safest way to get down to the ground? Use a suitable set of steps Jump down wearing non-slip shoes Use ropes to lower yourself down Climb down facing away from the vehicle 3. 11. What should you try to do when you lift a heavy box or suitcase? Lift and twist together Look down all the time Lean sideways and lift Look ahead when the load is secure 4. 5. What's the best way to lift a heavy object? Twist your back while lifting Have a stable position Hold the load at arm's length Lift the load as quickly as possible 5. 4. Where are you allowed to park a long, rigid vehicle? At a pedestrian crossing At a bus stop At a school entrance At a service area 6. 18. You need to stop and get out of your vehicle. When should you use the parking brake? After the service brake has been released Only if you park on a gradient Whenever you leave the vehicle After the air pressure has dropped 7. 15. When may hazard warning lights be used while driving? To thank a driver who has let you move back to the left after overtaking As a warning to drivers that you're towing another vehicle To show you want to go ahead when your position suggests otherwise When on motorways or dual carriageways, to warn drivers behind of a hazard ahead 8. 14. What do you need to consider when transporting a high-value cargo of cigarettes? There'll be a risk of theft or hijack There'll be more Revenue and Customs checks You'll be allowed to take fewer rest breaks You'll need to maintain your regular route 9. 1. What should you do before leaving your vehicle parked on a public road? Remove your tachograph chart Switch off the engine Adjust the mirrors Put the gear lever into reverse 10. 20. Where should you park a semi-trailer if you plan to leave it unattended? On a residential street On a steep hill In a lorry park In a lay-by 11. 12. When should you use your mirrors? As you signal To check the blind spot Occasionally Before opening your door 12. 17. What should you consider having on your vehicle to combat theft? Roof markings Diff-lock Air horns Tinted windows 13. 6. Which of the following is important when you're getting out of a lorry cab? Checking your load is secure Using the mirrors Turning off the radio Disconnecting the air lines 14. 13. You're the driver of a fuel tanker. What danger should you be aware of when opening the tank hatches? Low air pressure Speed limiters Slippery walkways Emergency air lines 15. 19. What must you do before you leave your vehicle? Empty the air tanks Adjust your mirrors Apply the parking brake Check that the warning lights are working 16. 9. How should you stand when you're lifting a heavy object? Leaning sideways In a stable position With one leg straight Keeping your feet together 17. 10. What should you be careful of when stopping on the left in a busy place? There's good access to unload You've disconnected all the air lines Your nearside mirror doesn't strike the head of a pedestrian You change your tachograph mode 18. 7. You've just parked a lorry on the side of the road. What should you do just before dismounting from the cab? Make sure the radio is turned down Check the rear-view mirrors Make sure the hazard warning lights are on Check that all the windows are closed 19. 16. When should you use hazard warning lights? To warn other drivers that you're towing When approaching queuing traffic on a motorway When parked illegally on a busy road To thank a driver for giving way to you 20. 8. What should you be aware of before opening your cab door? Vehicles passing near the door The height of your cab from the ground Loose grab rails near the door People crossing the road behind you Time's up Submit a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
