PCV Health and Medical Fitness to Drive

Question 1

What is the minimum distance at which a PCV licence holder must be able to read a vehicle number plate in good daylight?

Accepted Answer

20 metres

Answer

Group 2 licence holders, including PCV drivers, must be able to read a standard number plate at 20 metres in good daylight.

Question 2

How often must PCV drivers aged between 45 and 65 undergo a medical examination to renew their licence?

Accepted Answer

Every 5 years

Answer

PCV drivers must have a medical at age 45, then every 5 years until age 65, after which annual medicals are required.

Question 3

Your doctor prescribes you new medication. What should you do before driving your PCV?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it could affect your driving

Answer

Any medication that could impair driving ability must be checked with a doctor or pharmacist before a PCV driver operates a vehicle.

Question 4

You develop a medical condition likely to last more than 3 months that may affect your ability to drive safely. Who must you inform?

Accepted Answer

Both the DVLA and your employer

Answer

A PCV driver must notify both the DVLA and their employer of any medical condition likely to affect safe driving.

Question 5

What is the legal breath alcohol limit for PCV drivers in England and Wales?

Accepted Answer

35 micrograms per 100ml of breath

Answer

The legal breath alcohol limit for all drivers including PCV drivers in England and Wales is 35 micrograms per 100ml of breath.

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