PCV Emergency Procedures on Coaches

Question 1

What is the primary emergency exit on most coaches?

Accepted Answer

The rear emergency door — designed to allow passengers to exit from the back of the vehicle in an emergency

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The front passenger door only

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The roof hatch exclusively

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Any window that can be opened

Question 2

What must a PCV driver do immediately upon discovering smoke or fire on a coach?

Accepted Answer

Stop the coach safely at the earliest opportunity, activate the emergency exits, evacuate all passengers, call 999, and move passengers away from the vehicle to a safe distance

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Continue to the nearest fire station if less than 1 mile away

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Only stop if the fire is visible from the driver's seat

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Attempt to fight the fire before evacuating passengers

Question 3

How does a driver operate the emergency door on a coach?

Accepted Answer

By using the internal and external emergency release handle — pulling or pushing the handle unlocks the door from standard latches

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By using the standard door opening mechanism

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By breaking the glass panel in the door

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Only by using a specific key carried by the driver

Question 4

What is the correct procedure for a coach driver in the event of a rollover accident?

Accepted Answer

If uninjured, switch off the engine, call 999, shout for passengers to respond, check for casualties, and assist evacuation through appropriate exits (including roof hatches)

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Remain in the cab until emergency services arrive

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Only evacuate if instructed by emergency services via radio

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Immediately begin administering first aid before calling 999

Question 5

At what distance from a broken-down coach on a motorway should warning signs be placed?

Accepted Answer

As far back as is safe — typically 45 metres or more on a motorway, further on roads with higher speeds — triangle must be visible to approaching traffic

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Exactly 5 metres behind the vehicle

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10 metres — the standard distance for all roads

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Warning triangles must not be placed on motorways — use hazard lights only

Question 6

What actions should a PCV driver take if their brakes fail on a steep descent?

Accepted Answer

Apply the engine brake by selecting a low gear, use the retarder if fitted, aim for an escape lane if available, steer to a safe area, warn passengers to brace

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Pump the footbrake to restore pressure

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Switch off the engine immediately

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Stop the vehicle using the handbrake alone