TLC Weather & Hazardous Conditions 5

Question 1

Which action is recommended when a TLC driver encounters a sudden severe dust storm that dramatically reduces visibility?

Accepted Answer

Pull completely off the road, turn off lights, take foot off brakes, and wait

Answer

Stopping off the road, turning off all lights to avoid attracting other vehicles, and keeping the brake lights off prevents chain-reaction collisions during zero-visibility dust storms.

Question 2

Under what wind speed conditions should a TLC driver exercise extreme caution with a high-profile vehicle or van?

Accepted Answer

Winds over 40 mph

Answer

Winds exceeding 40 mph can significantly affect the stability of higher-profile vehicles such as vans or SUVs, requiring greatly reduced speeds especially on bridges and elevated roadways.

Question 3

After a snowstorm, a TLC driver notices ice and snow on the vehicle's roof. What must the driver do before beginning service?

Accepted Answer

Remove all snow and ice from the roof to prevent it from becoming a projectile

Answer

New York law requires drivers to remove snow and ice from vehicle roofs before driving, as airborne debris can injure pedestrians and other drivers.

Question 4

What precaution should a TLC driver take when traveling through standing water after a heavy rainfall?

Accepted Answer

Test the brakes gently after exiting the water to ensure they are functioning properly

Answer

After driving through water, brake pads and rotors may be wet and less effective; applying gentle brakes helps dry them and verifies braking performance.

Question 5

A TLC driver picks up a passenger during an ice storm. The passenger insists on being dropped off several blocks from the destination because the vehicle cannot safely continue on the icy road. What should the driver do?

Accepted Answer

Agree to drop the passenger at the safe location and document the reason

Answer

When road conditions make reaching a destination unsafe, a TLC driver should drop the passenger at the nearest safe location and document the reason for the deviation.

(TLC) Taxi and Limousine Commission Practice Test

(TLC) Taxi and Limousine Commission Practice Test

TLC Weather & Hazardous Conditions 5