TDVL Regulatory Compliance 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Under TDVL regulations, what must a taxi driver do if their vehicle fails its scheduled inspection?
- Continue operating until the next scheduled date
- Immediately cease operation and arrange repairs (Correct answer)
- Operate only during daytime hours until repaired
- Notify passengers of the vehicle's condition
Correct answer: Immediately cease operation and arrange repairs
A taxi that fails inspection must be taken out of service immediately until all defects are corrected and it passes re-inspection.
Question 2: Which of the following is a driver's obligation when a passenger leaves an item in the cab?
- Keep the item if unclaimed after 24 hours
- Submit it to the lost-and-found as required by the licensing authority (Correct answer)
- Leave it at the next stop
- Donate it to charity after one week
Correct answer: Submit it to the lost-and-found as required by the licensing authority
Drivers must turn lost property over to the taxi authority's lost-and-found within the timeframe specified by local regulations.
Question 3: A passenger asks a TDVL driver to take a route that is significantly longer than necessary. What should the driver do?
- Follow the passenger's instructions and charge accordingly (Correct answer)
- Take the most direct route regardless of the passenger's request
- Report the passenger to the licensing authority
- Refuse to transport the passenger
Correct answer: Follow the passenger's instructions and charge accordingly
Drivers must follow a passenger's specific routing instructions, though regulations may require the driver to inform the passenger if the route will cost more.
Question 4: What action is required if a TDVL driver is involved in an accident with injuries?
- Complete the trip before filing a report
- Stop, render aid, call emergency services, and report to the licensing authority (Correct answer)
- Notify the taxi company within 48 hours
- Only report if the driver is at fault
Correct answer: Stop, render aid, call emergency services, and report to the licensing authority
Drivers must stop immediately, assist injured parties, contact emergency services, and report the accident to both law enforcement and the licensing authority.
Question 5: Under typical TDVL rules, how often must a taxicab's fare meter be tested and certified?
- Once every five years
- Annually or as required by the licensing authority (Correct answer)
- Only when a new driver takes over the vehicle
- Whenever a passenger disputes a fare
Correct answer: Annually or as required by the licensing authority
Fare meters must be certified by an authorized sealer at regular intervals (typically annually) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Question 6: Which of the following disclosures must typically appear on a TDVL taxi receipt?
- The driver's home address
- Fare amount, date, and driver's license number or vehicle ID (Correct answer)
- Passenger's name and destination
- The driver's personal cell phone number
Correct answer: Fare amount, date, and driver's license number or vehicle ID
Receipts must include the fare charged, date of service, and identifying information such as the vehicle number or driver's license number so disputes can be resolved.
Question 7: A TDVL driver's license is suspended. What is the driver permitted to do during the suspension period?
- Drive for a rideshare company using a personal vehicle
- Operate a taxi only on weekends
- Not operate any taxi or for-hire vehicle (Correct answer)
- Drive with a supervisor present
Correct answer: Not operate any taxi or for-hire vehicle
A suspended TDVL license prohibits the driver from operating any for-hire vehicle until the suspension is lifted.
TDVL Regulatory Compliance 2
Under TDVL regulations, what must a taxi driver do if their vehicle fails its scheduled inspection?