PCV Health and Medical Fitness to Drive 3

Question 1

What is the minimum visual acuity required in the better eye for a Group 2 PCV licence?

Accepted Answer

6/7.5

Answer

Group 2 licence holders must have visual acuity of at least 6/7.5 in the better eye and at least 6/60 in the worse eye.

Question 2

A PCV driver used recreational drugs at the weekend and feels fine on Monday morning. What should they be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Some drugs impair driving ability for days after use even when the person feels fine

Answer

Many recreational drugs, including cannabis, can impair driving ability for days after use even when the person no longer feels the subjective effects.

Question 3

Under UK drug driving law, at what threshold can a PCV driver be prosecuted for driving with illegal drugs in their system?

Accepted Answer

Any detectable level above the near-zero legal limit for illegal drugs

Answer

UK drug driving law sets near-zero thresholds for illegal drugs, meaning any detectable level above that limit can lead to prosecution.

Question 4

What is the correct way for a PCV driver to manage fatigue on a long-distance coach journey?

Accepted Answer

Plan regular rest breaks into the journey schedule

Answer

Planning regular rest breaks is the correct fatigue management strategy; stimulants and comfort measures are not safe long-term solutions.

Question 5

A PCV driver notices their distance vision has deteriorated and they struggle to read road signs. What must they do?

Accepted Answer

Stop driving and seek an eye test before driving again

Answer

A PCV driver with deteriorated vision that no longer meets the legal standard must not drive until their eyesight has been tested and corrected.

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PCV Health and Medical Fitness to Drive 3