CPC Vehicle Safety 2

Question 1

What does an amber warning light on an HGV dashboard typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

An advisory or developing issue that needs attention soon

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Everything is operating normally

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An immediate critical failure requiring the vehicle to stop

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The vehicle is in reverse

Question 2

Why is it important to check mirrors and camera systems before moving off?

Accepted Answer

To identify vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians in blind spots

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To check your appearance

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To see if there are any speed cameras ahead

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To check the weather conditions

Question 3

What is the purpose of the HGV's secondary braking system?

Accepted Answer

To provide braking if the main service brake fails

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To increase speed downhill

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To apply parking brake automatically

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To reduce fuel consumption

Question 4

What should a driver check regarding wheel fixings during a walkaround?

Accepted Answer

That wheel nuts are present, properly tightened, and there are no signs of loosening

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Only whether the wheels are round

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Only the number of wheels

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Just the colour of the wheel rims

Question 5

When should marker lights and reflectors be checked on an HGV?

Accepted Answer

During every daily walkaround check

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Only during MOT tests

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Only when driving at night

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Once per month

Question 6

What is the purpose of an air dryer in an HGV braking system?

Accepted Answer

To remove moisture from the compressed air system to prevent brake failure in cold weather

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To dry the exterior of the vehicle

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To cool the driver's cabin

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To dry fuel before it enters the engine