LGV Hazard Perception 2

Question 1

When driving an LGV past a row of parked vehicles, what hazard should you be particularly aware of?

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians (especially children) stepping out from between parked vehicles, and vehicle doors opening

Answer

The parked vehicles may start flying

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The parked vehicles blocking your satellite navigation signal

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Only oncoming traffic

Question 2

Why should an LGV driver be extra cautious at crossroads?

Accepted Answer

Other road users may emerge from multiple directions, and the LGV's blind spots increase the risk of missing them

Answer

Crossroads are always controlled by traffic lights

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LGVs have right of way at all crossroads

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Crossroads are only dangerous in rural areas

Question 3

What weather condition most significantly reduces an LGV's stopping distance?

Accepted Answer

Ice — stopping distances can be 10 times greater than on dry roads

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Strong sunshine

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Light drizzle

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Fog

Question 4

What is 'rear cut-in' and why is it a hazard perception issue for LGV drivers?

Accepted Answer

When the rear of a long vehicle tracks inside the front wheels' path on turns, potentially hitting cyclists or kerbs

Answer

When someone cuts in behind your vehicle

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When the rear doors open during transit

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When the rear of the trailer is damaged

Question 5

How should an LGV driver approach a zebra crossing with pedestrians waiting to cross?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, be prepared to stop, and give way to any pedestrian who has stepped onto the crossing

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Sound the horn to warn them and continue

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Flash headlights to signal them to wait

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Maintain speed — pedestrians must wait for a gap

Question 6

What should an LGV driver do when approaching a road that narrows with oncoming traffic?

Accepted Answer

Assess whether there is room for both vehicles, be prepared to stop, and give way if necessary — considering the LGV's width

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Speed up to get through first

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Flash headlights to claim right of way

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Use the horn to warn oncoming traffic