CAFM Risk Management and Safety 4

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'vicarious liability' in the context of fleet management?

Accepted Answer

An employer's legal responsibility for negligent acts of employees driving on company business

Answer

Vicarious liability holds employers responsible for employee negligence while driving on company business, making strong driver qualification and monitoring programs essential.

Question 2

When setting fleet vehicle speed limiters, what is the MOST important factor to consider?

Accepted Answer

Balancing safety benefits against operational efficiency and delivery time requirements

Answer

Speed limiter settings must balance meaningful safety benefits with real-world operational needs to ensure both safety improvement and fleet productivity.

Question 3

What distinguishes a 'preventable' accident from a 'non-preventable' accident in fleet safety classification?

Accepted Answer

Whether the driver had an opportunity to avoid the accident through reasonable action

Answer

Preventability is determined by whether a reasonably alert, skilled driver could have taken action to avoid the accident, regardless of fault or legal citation.

Question 4

Which component of a fleet safety management system focuses on ensuring drivers understand and comply with policies?

Accepted Answer

Safety communication and training

Answer

Safety communication and training ensures drivers are aware of policies, understand expectations, and have the skills needed to comply with safety requirements.

Question 5

A fleet manager is reviewing MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) screening criteria. Which violation history should trigger automatic disqualification for a safety-sensitive driving position?

Accepted Answer

A DUI/DWI conviction within the past three years

Answer

A DUI/DWI conviction represents a serious safety risk and is typically an automatic disqualifier for safety-sensitive driving positions under most fleet safety policies.

CAFM - Certified Automotive Fleet Manager Practice Test

CAFM - Certified Automotive Fleet Manager Practice Test

CAFM Risk Management and Safety 4