NYC Vehicle Operation and Maintenance

Question 1

What type of commercial driver's license (CDL) is required to operate a standard DSNY collection truck in New York?

Accepted Answer

Class B CDL

Answer

Class A CDL

Answer

Class C CDL

Answer

Standard Class D license

Question 2

Before operating a DSNY collection truck, the driver must perform a pre-trip inspection that covers which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Brakes, tires, lights, mirrors, and hydraulic systems

Answer

Fuel level only

Answer

Only the engine oil

Answer

Only exterior appearance

Question 3

What is the primary function of the 'packer blade' on a rear-loader collection truck?

Accepted Answer

To compress refuse in the hopper into the truck body to maximize payload

Answer

To lift containers automatically

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To sweep the street surface

Answer

To dispense salt during winter operations

Question 4

Which NYC regulation requires DSNY vehicles to have operable backup alarms?

Accepted Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602 and NYC vehicle safety standards

Answer

NYC Traffic Rules §4-12

Answer

NYC Building Code §3314

Answer

Federal Highway Administration Rule 49 CFR Part 393

Question 5

What should a DSNY vehicle operator do if the truck's brake air pressure gauge drops below the minimum safe operating pressure while driving?

Accepted Answer

Immediately pull over safely, apply the parking brake, and call for assistance

Answer

Continue driving and report it after the shift

Answer

Pump the brakes to rebuild pressure

Answer

Shift to a lower gear and maintain speed

Question 6

Under DSNY maintenance policy, how often must collection truck hydraulic fluid levels be checked?

Accepted Answer

Daily as part of the pre-trip inspection

Answer

Monthly only

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Annually during scheduled maintenance

Answer

Only when a hydraulic leak is visible