CPC Vehicle Safety Checks

Question 1

What does a 'walkaround check' before a journey involve?

Accepted Answer

A systematic inspection of tyres, lights, brakes, fluid levels, bodywork, mirrors and load security before driving

Answer

The walkaround check is a pre-journey inspection required of all professional drivers, checking all safety-critical items including tyres, lights, brakes, oils, mirrors and load security.

Question 2

What is the legal requirement for the condition of HGV tyres on UK roads?

Accepted Answer

No cuts or bulges, minimum 1 mm tread depth across the central 75% of the width around the full circumference

Answer

HGV tyres must have at least 1 mm of tread depth across the central 75% of the tread width around the full circumference, and must be free from cuts, bulges or damage.

Question 3

Before undertaking a tipping operation with a tipper lorry, the driver should check:

Accepted Answer

Ground stability, overhead hazards such as power lines, and that the body mechanism functions correctly before raising the body

Answer

Before tipping, the driver must check the ground is stable and level, there are no overhead obstructions (especially power lines) and the tipping mechanism is functional to prevent toppling or electrocution.

Question 4

What does DVSA prohibition notice category 'S' (serious) mean?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle must not be driven until the defect is repaired and the prohibition is cleared

Answer

A 'S' (Serious) prohibition means the vehicle is unsafe and must not move until the defect is rectified and a DVSA examiner inspects and removes the prohibition.

Question 5

What is the purpose of an annual test (MOT equivalent for HGVs) for goods vehicles?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the vehicle meets the minimum safety and roadworthiness standards set by the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations

Answer

The Annual Test (ATT) for HGVs checks that the vehicle complies with construction and use regulations covering brakes, lights, tyres, steering and other safety-critical systems.

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CPC Vehicle Safety Checks