DTT HGV Vehicle Inspection and Load Securing

Question 1

What is the purpose of the daily walkaround check for a truck or bus driver?

Accepted Answer

To identify defects, damage, or safety issues before the vehicle is driven — preventing roadside breakdowns and enforcement issues

Answer

A legal formality only — modern vehicles self-diagnose faults

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Only required for vehicles over 10 years old

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Required weekly — not daily

Question 2

What items should be checked on the tyres during a walkaround inspection?

Accepted Answer

Tread depth (minimum 1mm for trucks), tyre pressure, condition (cuts, bulges, or damage), and secure fixing of dual wheels

Answer

Only tyre pressure — other checks are done at service

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Tread depth only — pressure is checked monthly

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Visual check for obvious punctures only

Question 3

What must a driver do if they find a defect during the walkaround check?

Accepted Answer

Report it to the transport manager or operator, and do not drive the vehicle if the defect affects roadworthiness

Answer

Note it in the defect book and drive cautiously

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Repair minor defects themselves before starting

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Continue only if the defect is not related to brakes or tyres

Question 4

What is a CVRT (Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test) in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

A mandatory annual roadworthiness test for commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, trailers) operated by the RSA

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A voluntary inspection offered by RSA-approved garages

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A roadside inspection performed by enforcement officers

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A test required only after a collision involving a commercial vehicle

Question 5

What should a driver check regarding the braking system during a pre-trip inspection?

Accepted Answer

Air brake reservoir pressure, brake warning lights, and test the foot and hand brakes before moving

Answer

Only check that the brake pedal feels firm

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Brakes are checked only during CVRT and monthly service

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Check brake fluid level only

Question 6

What lighting checks must be done as part of a truck driver's daily inspection?

Accepted Answer

All external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, reverse lights, side marker lights, and any trailer lights

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Headlights and brake lights only

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All lights on the tractor unit — trailer lights checked at coupling

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Only the lights visible from the driver's seat