PCV Bus & Coach Regulations 4

Question 1

What is a 'transport manager' in the context of a PSV operator's licence?

Accepted Answer

A person named on the PSV operator's licence who is responsible for managing transport operations — must hold a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in road passenger transport

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Any manager employed by a bus company

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A Traffic Commissioner official managing bus routes

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The senior driver on a service

Question 2

What are the consequences of operating a PSV without a valid operator's licence?

Accepted Answer

Criminal prosecution, unlimited fine, impounding of the vehicle, and being prohibited from future licensing

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A fixed penalty notice only

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A warning letter for first offences

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Only the driver is prosecuted — the operator has no liability

Question 3

What is a 'Section 9 prohibition' in the context of PSV enforcement?

Accepted Answer

A notice issued by a DVSA examiner prohibiting a vehicle from being used due to a safety defect

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A road closure for bus operations

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A prohibition on a driver operating specific routes

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A notice prohibiting fare changes without approval

Question 4

What must a PSV driver carry as proof of entitlement to drive a PCV professionally?

Accepted Answer

Driver licence with Category D entitlement and Driver CPC qualification card

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Standard driving licence only

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PSV operator's licence copy

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Traffic Commissioner permit

Question 5

What is a 'community bus permit' (Section 22 permit)?

Accepted Answer

A permit allowing vehicles with up to 16 passenger seats to be operated by community groups without a full PSV licence

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A permit for buses in pedestrian zones

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A permit for unregistered bus services

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An exemption from annual testing for community vehicles

Question 6

What is a 'PCV driving licence entitlement restriction' and when might one be imposed?

Accepted Answer

A restriction on the driver's licence limiting the type or size of PCV they may drive — imposed after a medical issue or disciplinary matter

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A restriction imposed by the operator on driver hours

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A restriction on night driving for new PCV drivers

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A restriction on the number of passengers carried