LGV Hazard Perception

Question 1

What is 'hazard perception' in the context of LGV driving?

Accepted Answer

The skill of identifying and responding to developing hazards early enough to take safe action

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The ability to see road signs clearly

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Knowing the vehicle's dimensions

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Understanding the Highway Code rules

Question 2

When approaching a school at the end of the day, what hazards should an LGV driver anticipate?

Accepted Answer

Children running into the road, parked vehicles reducing visibility, parents doing U-turns, and crossing patrols

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No particular hazards

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Only the speed limit

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Just the school crossing patrol

Question 3

What is the 'two-second rule' used for in hazard perception?

Accepted Answer

A method to maintain a safe following distance in good conditions — increased for HGVs and poor weather

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The time to check your mirrors

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The time allowed to react to a traffic light change

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The maximum time for a gear change

Question 4

Why are bends particularly hazardous for LGV drivers?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle's length means the rear may cut across the opposite lane or verge, and visibility ahead is limited

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LGVs cannot go around bends

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Bends are only hazardous in winter

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Only sharp bends are hazardous

Question 5

What technique should an LGV driver use to scan for hazards effectively?

Accepted Answer

Use systematic scanning: far distance, middle distance, near distance, and mirrors, in a continuous cycle

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Focus only on the vehicle directly ahead

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Only look at the road directly in front of the cab

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Check mirrors only when changing lanes

Question 6

What is a 'developing hazard' in the theory test context?

Accepted Answer

A situation that is changing and may require the driver to take action, such as a pedestrian approaching the kerb

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A hazard that is being built by construction workers

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A permanent road feature like a junction

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A hazard that has already passed