UK LGV Theory Test (Driver CPC Part 1) — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What action should an ADR driver take if a dangerous goods container is visibly damaged and leaking?

Only call emergency services if the leak is a Class 1, 6, or 7 substance
Continue driving to the nearest fire station
Stop safely, move to a safe distance, call emergency services, give them the transport document and written instructions, and do not attempt to handle the leaking substance (Correct answer)
Attempt to contain the leak using available materials

Correct answer: Stop safely, move to a safe distance, call emergency services, give them the transport document and written instructions, and do not attempt to handle the leaking substance

A leaking dangerous goods container is a serious incident. The driver must stop safely, evacuate to a safe distance, call emergency services (999), provide them with the transport document and written instructions, and not attempt to handle or contain the substance without appropriate PPE and training.

Question 2: What is the correct response when a driver sees a signal showing '50' on a motorway matrix above a lane?

50 means emergency — move to the hard shoulder
Treat it as advisory and maintain current speed if safe
Reduce speed only if there is visible congestion
Reduce speed to 50 mph — it is a mandatory speed limit (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Reduce speed to 50 mph — it is a mandatory speed limit

A speed limit shown on a motorway overhead sign (matrix) is a mandatory limit when accompanied by a red ring (or on a smart motorway). LGV drivers must comply even if the road appears clear, as the limit may be due to an unseen hazard.

Question 3: What is the minimum number of chocks required for an ADR tanker vehicle stopped on a gradient?

Chocks are not required if the handbrake is applied
One chock under each driven axle only
At least two chocks of appropriate size for the vehicle weight (Correct answer)
One chock total is sufficient

Correct answer: At least two chocks of appropriate size for the vehicle weight

ADR requires that tanker vehicles carry at least two wheel chocks of appropriate size. When stopped on a gradient, chocks must be used to prevent inadvertent movement. This is in addition to applying the handbrake.

Question 4: How must a driver record a period of rest taken away from the vehicle during a working day?

As a break using the break/rest mode on the tachograph (Correct answer)
It does not need to be recorded
As other work
As availability

Correct answer: As a break using the break/rest mode on the tachograph

Any rest period must be recorded using the break/rest mode on the tachograph. Rest periods taken away from the vehicle should be recorded in the same way as rest taken in the vehicle.

Question 5: What is 'hazard perception' in the context of LGV driving?

Knowing the vehicle's dimensions
Understanding the Highway Code rules
The ability to see road signs clearly
The skill of identifying and responding to developing hazards early enough to take safe action (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The skill of identifying and responding to developing hazards early enough to take safe action

Hazard perception is the ability to scan the road environment, identify potential hazards (situations that may require a change in speed or direction), and respond early enough to take appropriate, safe action. It is a critical skill tested in the LGV theory test.

Question 6: What must a driver check regarding the vehicle's steering?

Check steering at high speed only
Steering is maintenance-only — no driver check required
Only check if the vehicle has been recently serviced
Check for excessive free play by turning the wheel gently and feeling resistance (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Check for excessive free play by turning the wheel gently and feeling resistance

Before driving, a driver should check for excessive free play in the steering wheel. Any looseness or play beyond the normal small amount indicates a potential steering problem that must be reported.

Question 7: What is the procedure for a driver who needs to use a mobile phone in an emergency on a motorway?

Flash emergency hazard lights and use the phone briefly
Stop on the hard shoulder or ERA safely before using a phone — never use a phone while driving (Correct answer)
Pull to the left lane and reduce speed before calling
Use the hands-free kit — that is legal while driving

Correct answer: Stop on the hard shoulder or ERA safely before using a phone — never use a phone while driving

Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is illegal. Even in an emergency, the driver must stop safely before using a phone. On a motorway, this means the hard shoulder or ERA. Hands-free is legal but distracting and not recommended at motorway speed.

Question 8: How does driving in dense fog typically affect an LGV driver's perception of speed and distance?

It has no significant effect on perception
Speed feels faster than it actually is, causing drivers to brake too early
Objects appear closer and speed feels slower than it actually is (Correct answer)
Objects appear further away, causing drivers to travel too fast

Correct answer: Objects appear closer and speed feels slower than it actually is

Fog can make objects appear closer and cause drivers to underestimate their actual speed, which is a common cause of serious accidents in foggy conditions.

Question 9: A rigid 26-tonne lorry is loaded with steel coils. What securing method is most appropriate?

Top-over lashing only, which is sufficient for heavy loads
Tarpaulin strapping
A net covering the load
Direct lashing with rated chains or straps attached to anchor points, with timber chocking to prevent rolling (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Direct lashing with rated chains or straps attached to anchor points, with timber chocking to prevent rolling

Steel coils are heavy, round, and prone to rolling. They require direct lashing to anchor points with rated chains or straps, and timber or steel chocking to prevent them from rolling. Top-over lashing alone is insufficient for rolling cargo.

Question 10: What is the total stopping distance at 70 mph in ideal dry conditions (car basis)?

73 metres
120 metres
96 metres (315 feet) (Correct answer)
80 metres

Correct answer: 96 metres (315 feet)

At 70 mph, the Highway Code gives a total stopping distance of approximately 96 metres (315 feet): 21 metres thinking distance plus 75 metres braking distance. For an LGV at 60 mph (their maximum), stopping distances will be considerably greater.

Question 11: In what order should the air lines (susies) be connected when coupling?

Only one line needs connecting
Connect the service (yellow) line first, then the emergency (red) line
It does not matter which order (Correct answer)
Connect the emergency (red) line first, then the service (yellow) line

Correct answer: It does not matter which order

Modern best practice is to connect both lines ensuring the correct line goes to the correct coupling head — red to red (emergency) and yellow to yellow (service). The key is correct colour matching rather than sequence, though some operators specify emergency first.

Question 12: What does an LGV driver do differently from a car driver in terms of anticipation to compensate for longer stopping distances?

Uses ABS more frequently to compensate
Drives at lower speeds at all times
Reads the road further ahead, identifies hazards earlier, and creates larger gaps to allow for the vehicle's extended stopping distance (Correct answer)
Relies on air brakes as they are more powerful than car brakes

Correct answer: Reads the road further ahead, identifies hazards earlier, and creates larger gaps to allow for the vehicle's extended stopping distance

Professional LGV drivers are trained in advanced anticipation: looking well ahead for developing hazards (12+ seconds), identifying hazards early enough to respond with gradual speed reduction rather than emergency braking, and maintaining large following distances at all times.

Question 13: What is the meaning of a red circle sign with a white background and a number inside?

Recommended speed
Minimum speed limit
Speed advisory for lorries only
Maximum speed limit (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Maximum speed limit

A red circle with a white background and a number is a maximum speed limit sign. All vehicles must not exceed the speed shown, and LGVs may have lower limits regardless.

Question 14: An LGV driver is carrying a load of loose granular material (aggregate). How does this affect braking?

Granular loads reduce braking distance by absorbing vehicle vibration
The load can shift during braking, affecting stability and requiring progressive braking and reduced speed (Correct answer)
No specific consideration is needed
Granular loads are unaffected by braking as they distribute evenly

Correct answer: The load can shift during braking, affecting stability and requiring progressive braking and reduced speed

Loose granular loads shift under braking and acceleration, moving the vehicle's centre of gravity. This can cause the vehicle to become unstable. Progressive braking reduces the rate of load shift, and lower speeds reduce the severity of any instability.

Question 15: What is the correct first step when uncoupling a semi-trailer?

Apply the trailer parking brake and lower the landing gear until they are firmly supporting the trailer weight (Correct answer)
Release the 5th wheel lock immediately
Disconnect the air lines first
Drive forward quickly to separate

Correct answer: Apply the trailer parking brake and lower the landing gear until they are firmly supporting the trailer weight

The first step is to apply the trailer parking brake and lower the landing gear until they take the weight of the trailer. This ensures the trailer is stable and supported before the tractor is removed. Never release the coupling before the trailer is independently supported.

Question 16: What is the minimum break required after 5.5 hours of driving under GB domestic rules?

30 minutes (Correct answer)
15 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes

Correct answer: 30 minutes

Under GB domestic drivers' hours rules, a driver must take a break of at least 30 minutes after no more than 5.5 hours of driving.

Question 17: What should a driver check regarding the trailer's electrical connections?

No electrical check is needed if the trailer has recently been coupled
Only check if the trailer was unhitched overnight
That both the ISO 7638 ABS/EBS connector and the 24N/24S lighting connections are fully engaged (Correct answer)
Only the lighting plug — ABS connections are depot responsibility

Correct answer: That both the ISO 7638 ABS/EBS connector and the 24N/24S lighting connections are fully engaged

The driver must ensure all trailer electrical connectors are fully engaged: the ISO 7638 7-pin connector (for ABS/EBS brakes) and the 24N and 24S sockets (for lighting). Disconnected plugs mean no trailer ABS and no lights.

Question 18: What is the minimum legal tread depth for LGV (goods vehicle) tyres?

0.5 mm minimum depth
1.6 mm across three-quarters of the tread width
2 mm across the full tread width
1 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread width (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 1 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread width

For goods vehicles, the minimum legal tread depth is 1 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread width, and the original tread pattern must be visible across the full width of the tyre.

Question 19: What is a 'Multi-modal Dangerous Goods Form' (DGF)?

A form required only for Class 1 goods
An emergency response form for incidents
A document specific to road transport only
A standardised transport document usable across road, sea, and air modes that meets ADR, IMDG, and IATA requirements (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A standardised transport document usable across road, sea, and air modes that meets ADR, IMDG, and IATA requirements

A multi-modal DGF is designed to work across different transport modes (road, sea, air) by incorporating the requirements of ADR, IMDG, and IATA DGR. It simplifies documentation for goods that will transfer between modes of transport.

Question 20: What does the UN number 1203 on an orange Kemler plate indicate?

Petrol (gasoline/motor fuel) (Correct answer)
Diesel fuel
Liquid petroleum gas
Heating oil

Correct answer: Petrol (gasoline/motor fuel)

UN 1203 is the UN number for petrol (gasoline/motor fuel). This is one of the most common UN numbers seen on tankers. Understanding common UN numbers helps drivers and emergency services identify substances quickly.

Question 21: A white rectangular sign with black text reading 'WEAK BRIDGE' followed by a weight means:

Advisory weight for passenger vehicles only
Minimum weight allowed on the bridge
Weight limit applies to axles only
Maximum permitted weight for that bridge (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Maximum permitted weight for that bridge

A weak bridge sign shows the maximum gross weight permitted to cross that bridge. LGV drivers must know their vehicle's gross weight and must not cross if it exceeds the stated limit.

Question 22: What should a driver check regarding brakes during a daily walkaround?

Only whether the brake pedal moves
Nothing — brakes are only checked during annual tests
Only the colour of the brake fluid
Air pressure build-up rate, warning devices, air leaks (listen), brake hose condition, and brake disc/drum condition (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Air pressure build-up rate, warning devices, air leaks (listen), brake hose condition, and brake disc/drum condition

During the daily check, the driver should verify that air pressure builds up correctly, warning devices function, there are no audible air leaks, brake hoses are not damaged or chafing, brake discs/drums are not excessively worn or cracked, and the handbrake holds the vehicle.

Question 23: Under the EU drivers' hours rules, what is a 'week' defined as?

The period from 00:00 Monday to 24:00 Sunday (Correct answer)
A period beginning at the start of the first shift
Monday to Friday only
Any consecutive 7-day period

Correct answer: The period from 00:00 Monday to 24:00 Sunday

Under EU Regulation 561/2006, a 'week' is defined as the period from 00:00 on Monday to 24:00 on Sunday. This is important for calculating weekly driving limits and weekly rest.

Question 24: What is 'thinking distance' in the context of stopping distance?

The distance travelled once the brakes are applied
The distance a vehicle skids after maximum braking
The time taken to decide to brake
The distance the vehicle travels during the driver's reaction time before the brakes are applied (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The distance the vehicle travels during the driver's reaction time before the brakes are applied

Thinking distance is the distance covered from the moment a driver perceives a hazard to the moment they begin to apply the brakes. At 60 mph, a driver travels approximately 18 metres during a typical reaction time of 0.67 seconds.

Question 25: What does an advance warning sign for a weight restriction look like?

A yellow diamond with 'W' inside
A red triangle with 'HEAVY' written inside
A triangular warning sign with a weight limit plate showing tonnes and stating 'Weak bridge' or similar (Correct answer)
A green square with a lorry symbol

Correct answer: A triangular warning sign with a weight limit plate showing tonnes and stating 'Weak bridge' or similar

Weight restriction advance warning signs are triangular with supplementary plates showing the maximum weight in tonnes. They may state 'Weak bridge' or give the distance to the restriction. Drivers must find an alternative route if their vehicle exceeds the limit.

Question 26: What is 'aquaplaning' and how should an LGV driver respond?

When spray from other vehicles reduces visibility
When the vehicle skids in deep standing water
When a layer of water builds up under tyres causing loss of steering and braking — ease off throttle, avoid sharp steering or braking (Correct answer)
When brakes lock on a wet road

Correct answer: When a layer of water builds up under tyres causing loss of steering and braking — ease off throttle, avoid sharp steering or braking

Aquaplaning occurs when a tyre rides on a layer of water and loses contact with the road surface. There is no steering or braking control. The driver should ease off the throttle gently, avoid steering or braking sharply, and wait for speed to reduce and tyres to regain contact.

Question 27: What does 'out of scope' mean in relation to tachograph rules?

The tachograph is recording out of range data
The journey or vehicle is exempt from EU tachograph regulations (Correct answer)
The driver is outside the UK
The vehicle is outside its licensed operating area

Correct answer: The journey or vehicle is exempt from EU tachograph regulations

'Out of scope' means the journey, vehicle, or operation is exempt from EU tachograph regulations. In this case, the driver may still need to comply with domestic (GB) drivers' hours rules.

Question 28: When should rear fog lights be switched off after fog has cleared?

After at least ten minutes of improved visibility
Only when the vehicle is parked
At the next safe opportunity to pull over
As soon as visibility improves beyond 100 metres (Correct answer)

Correct answer: As soon as visibility improves beyond 100 metres

Rear fog lights must be switched off once visibility exceeds 100 metres, as leaving them on can dazzle and mislead drivers behind you.

Question 29: What is a drawbar coupling and how does it differ from a 5th wheel?

A drawbar couples a full trailer to a rigid vehicle using a pin and jaw, allowing the trailer to run on its own wheels at both ends (Correct answer)
A drawbar is only used on cars
There is no difference
A drawbar is another name for the kingpin

Correct answer: A drawbar couples a full trailer to a rigid vehicle using a pin and jaw, allowing the trailer to run on its own wheels at both ends

A drawbar coupling connects a full trailer (with axles at both ends) to a rigid vehicle using an eye/pin arrangement. Unlike a 5th wheel where the tractor carries trailer weight, a drawbar trailer supports its own weight. Maximum combination length is 18.75 metres.

Question 30: What are 'written instructions' (Tremcards) that must be carried in ADR vehicle cabs?

The driver's medical certificate
Emergency response instructions in the driver's language describing the substance's hazards and actions to take in an emergency (Correct answer)
Load securing instructions for hazardous cargo
The vehicle maintenance log

Correct answer: Emergency response instructions in the driver's language describing the substance's hazards and actions to take in an emergency

Written instructions (formerly called Tremcards) must be in the vehicle cab, available in languages that the driver understands. They describe the hazards of the substance, protective measures, and actions to take in the event of an accident or emergency.

Question 31: What is a 'tunnel restriction code' in ADR?

A code (A-E) that restricts which road tunnels certain dangerous goods may pass through (Correct answer)
A fire suppression requirement for tunnel use
A speed limit code for dangerous goods in tunnels
An additional training requirement for drivers using tunnels

Correct answer: A code (A-E) that restricts which road tunnels certain dangerous goods may pass through

ADR tunnel restriction codes (A through E) specify restrictions on passing through tunnels with certain dangerous goods. Code E is the most restrictive. Each dangerous substance is assigned a code, and tunnels are categorised. Drivers must check both the substance code and the tunnel category.

Question 32: Why is it important to ensure the trailer is at the correct height before coupling?

Height does not matter for coupling
Only to make it easier to connect the air lines
For aesthetic reasons
If too high, the kingpin may ride over the jaws; if too low, it may not engage properly or could damage the trailer plate (Correct answer)

Correct answer: If too high, the kingpin may ride over the jaws; if too low, it may not engage properly or could damage the trailer plate

The trailer must be at the correct height for the 5th wheel to slide smoothly under the trailer plate and for the kingpin to drop into the jaws. Too high and the kingpin may not engage; too low and the 5th wheel could strike and damage the trailer underside.

Question 33: What documentation must an ADR driver carry in the vehicle cab?

Only the transport document
ADR driver training certificate, transport document, written instructions, and vehicle approval certificate (where required) (Correct answer)
ADR certificate and driving licence only
Transport document and insurance certificate

Correct answer: ADR driver training certificate, transport document, written instructions, and vehicle approval certificate (where required)

The full set of ADR cab documentation includes: the driver's ADR training certificate, the transport document (consignment note), written instructions for the substances carried, and (for tank vehicles) the vehicle's ADR approval certificate.

Question 34: How should a driver check that the vehicle's brakes are working correctly before a journey?

Check only the handbrake by applying it on a slope
Apply the footbrake firmly once before leaving the depot
Brakes are serviced regularly — no daily check required
Conduct a brake test at low speed in a safe area, checking for pulling or unusual noises (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Conduct a brake test at low speed in a safe area, checking for pulling or unusual noises

A basic brake check at low speed in a safe area should be performed, feeling for any pulling to one side, sponginess, or unusual noises. Air pressure gauges should also be checked for correct pressure. Any concerns must be reported.

Question 35: What does a double white line in the centre of the road where the nearest line is solid mean?

You may cross if your side is broken
You should cross to allow emergency vehicles to pass
You must not cross or straddle the line (Correct answer)
It is advisory only for LGVs

Correct answer: You must not cross or straddle the line

Where the line nearest to you is solid (double white lines), you must not cross or straddle it. This applies regardless of vehicle type, including LGVs.

Question 36: What is the '12-day rule' for coach/bus drivers?

Drivers must rest for 12 days between trips
Drivers on a single international passenger service may postpone their weekly rest for up to 12 consecutive 24-hour periods (Correct answer)
The vehicle must be serviced every 12 days
Drivers can work 12 hours per day

Correct answer: Drivers on a single international passenger service may postpone their weekly rest for up to 12 consecutive 24-hour periods

The 12-day rule allows drivers on a single international passenger service to postpone their weekly rest for up to 12 consecutive 24-hour periods under specific conditions, provided compensation rest is taken afterwards. This does not apply to goods vehicle drivers.

Question 37: When must a digital tachograph card be inserted?

Only when driving over 50 km
At the start of the working day
Before the vehicle is driven (Correct answer)
When driving on motorways only

Correct answer: Before the vehicle is driven

A driver must insert their digital tachograph card before driving begins. Driving without an inserted card is an offence, even for very short distances.

Question 38: What is the difference between 'top-over lashing' and 'direct lashing'?

Top-over is stronger than direct lashing
Direct lashing is only for steel cargo
They are interchangeable terms
Top-over passes over the cargo to increase downward force; direct attaches the cargo directly to anchor points (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Top-over passes over the cargo to increase downward force; direct attaches the cargo directly to anchor points

Top-over lashing passes straps over the top of the cargo to increase normal force and thus friction, preventing sliding. Direct lashing attaches the cargo directly to the vehicle via anchor points, preventing tipping or sliding in multiple directions.

Question 39: What is the effect of excessive speed on braking distance?

Doubling speed quadruples braking distance — the relationship is exponential, not linear (Correct answer)
Speed affects thinking distance only
Speed has a linear effect on stopping distance
Doubling speed doubles braking distance

Correct answer: Doubling speed quadruples braking distance — the relationship is exponential, not linear

Braking distance increases with the square of speed (kinetic energy = ½mv²). Doubling speed from 30 to 60 mph increases braking distance by a factor of four. This exponential relationship is why high speed is so dangerous for heavy vehicles.

Question 40: What does a radioactive (Class 7) transport index (TI) number indicate?

The driver's permitted exposure time
The weight of the radioactive package
The total activity of the radioactive substance
The level of radiation dose rate at 1 metre from the package — used to control accumulation limits in vehicles (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The level of radiation dose rate at 1 metre from the package — used to control accumulation limits in vehicles

The Transport Index (TI) is a number on the label of a radioactive package indicating the maximum radiation dose rate in microsieverts per hour at 1 metre from the surface. TI values are used by carriers to ensure safe accumulation limits are not exceeded.

Question 41: At what quantity of explosive (Class 1) goods does a driver require a full ADR certificate?

Only when carrying more than 1 tonne
Explosives are exempt from ADR if carried by licensed operators
Above the relevant threshold (which varies by Division and Compatibility Group) — below the threshold, limited exemptions apply (Correct answer)
All explosives require ADR regardless of quantity

Correct answer: Above the relevant threshold (which varies by Division and Compatibility Group) — below the threshold, limited exemptions apply

ADR specifies threshold quantities for each class, above which a full ADR certificate is required. For explosives, the thresholds are very low due to their extreme danger. Drivers must check the specific tables in ADR Chapter 1.1.3.6 for their substance.

Question 42: How long must the mandatory break be after 4.5 hours of driving?

At least 45 minutes (Correct answer)
At least 30 minutes
At least 20 minutes
At least 60 minutes

Correct answer: At least 45 minutes

A break of at least 45 minutes must be taken after no more than 4.5 hours of driving. It can be split into a 15-minute break followed by a 30-minute break.

Question 43: What happens to tachograph data if there is a power failure to the recording unit?

An alarm sounds and driving is prohibited
The vehicle automatically stops
All data is lost permanently
The data is stored in internal memory and the driver must make a manual record (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The data is stored in internal memory and the driver must make a manual record

Digital tachographs have internal memory that retains data during a power failure. The driver must also make a manual record of activities on a printout or annotation if the unit malfunctions.

Question 44: What is 'rear cut-in' and why is it a hazard perception issue for LGV drivers?

When the rear doors open during transit
When the rear of the trailer is damaged
When the rear of a long vehicle tracks inside the front wheels' path on turns, potentially hitting cyclists or kerbs (Correct answer)
When someone cuts in behind your vehicle

Correct answer: When the rear of a long vehicle tracks inside the front wheels' path on turns, potentially hitting cyclists or kerbs

Rear cut-in occurs when the rear of a long vehicle follows a tighter path than the front wheels during turns. This can sweep cyclists off the road, mount kerbs, or collide with bollards and pedestrians. It is one of the most dangerous aspects of LGV manoeuvring.

Question 45: What is the maximum continuous driving time before a break must be taken?

4 hours
5 hours
4.5 hours (Correct answer)
6 hours

Correct answer: 4.5 hours

After 4.5 hours of continuous driving, a driver must take a break of at least 45 minutes. This break may be split into two parts: 15 minutes followed by 30 minutes.

Question 46: Under what circumstances can an LGV driver use lane 3 of a motorway?

When the motorway has four or more lanes
When overtaking slower lorries
Never — LGVs over 7.5 tonnes are prohibited from lane 3 at all times (Correct answer)
When directed by matrix signs

Correct answer: Never — LGVs over 7.5 tonnes are prohibited from lane 3 at all times

LGVs over 7.5 tonnes are always prohibited from lane 3 on three-lane motorways, regardless of traffic conditions. There is no exception that allows a heavy lorry to use the outside lane.

Question 47: What stopping distance should an LGV driver aim to maintain in fog?

50 metres regardless of speed
Double the normal dry-weather stopping distance
Triple the 2-second gap rule
Be able to stop within the distance they can see — if visibility is 20 metres, stopping distance must be within 20 metres (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Be able to stop within the distance they can see — if visibility is 20 metres, stopping distance must be within 20 metres

In fog, the driver must be able to stop within the visible distance. If visibility is 20 metres, speed must be reduced so that stopping is possible within 20 metres. Driving faster than visibility allows is sometimes called 'overdriving your headlights'.

Question 48: What is the 'availability' mode on a digital tachograph used for?

Time spent loading and unloading
Rest periods only
Any time the driver is in the cab
Time when the driver is available but not driving or working, such as waiting (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Time when the driver is available but not driving or working, such as waiting

The availability (POA — Period of Availability) mode is used when a driver is available and could be called to work, such as waiting at a ferry terminal or waiting for a vehicle to be loaded, but is not actively working.

Question 49: Why are empty tankers particularly challenging to stop safely?

Empty tankers have identical braking characteristics to loaded ones
Empty tankers can have liquid residue that surges, and lower mass means wheels lock more easily (Correct answer)
Empty tankers are prohibited from motorways due to braking issues
Empty tankers are lighter, so they always stop shorter

Correct answer: Empty tankers can have liquid residue that surges, and lower mass means wheels lock more easily

Tankers carrying any residual liquid have a free surface effect — liquid moves and shifts the vehicle's centre of gravity. Additionally, the lower overall weight increases the risk of wheel lock-up. Drivers must be extra cautious and allow extra stopping distance.

Question 50: How does icy road conditions affect braking distance compared to dry conditions?

Ice increases stopping distance by 25%
Ice only affects steering, not braking distance
Ice can multiply stopping distances by up to 10 times compared to dry conditions (Correct answer)
Ice doubles stopping distance

Correct answer: Ice can multiply stopping distances by up to 10 times compared to dry conditions

On ice, the friction between tyres and road can be near zero. Stopping distances can increase up to 10 times compared to dry conditions. Even ABS cannot overcome the fundamental lack of grip — only extreme speed reduction prevents accidents on icy roads.

Question 51: What is a 'packing group' in ADR?

The maximum weight per package
A classification (I, II, or III) indicating the danger level of the goods — Group I is most dangerous (Correct answer)
The number of packages in a consignment
The type of container used for packing

Correct answer: A classification (I, II, or III) indicating the danger level of the goods — Group I is most dangerous

Packing groups (I, II, III) classify the degree of danger within a class. Group I substances are highly dangerous, Group II are medium danger, and Group III are low danger. The packing group determines the packaging standards required.

Question 52: What is the maximum weekly driving time under EU rules?

60 hours
48 hours
56 hours (Correct answer)
50 hours

Correct answer: 56 hours

The maximum driving time in any single week is 56 hours under EU Regulation 561/2006. However, the fortnightly limit of 90 hours also applies.

Question 53: What is the function of the load sensing valve (LSV) in the braking system?

To automatically adjust brake pressure based on the vehicle's load, preventing wheel lock on lightly loaded axles (Correct answer)
To regulate the air compressor speed
To sense the temperature of the brakes
To count the number of brake applications

Correct answer: To automatically adjust brake pressure based on the vehicle's load, preventing wheel lock on lightly loaded axles

The load sensing valve automatically adjusts brake pressure to each axle based on the actual load being carried. A fully loaded vehicle needs more brake pressure than an empty one. Without an LSV, empty or lightly loaded vehicles could lock their wheels during braking.

Question 54: What is the rule for segregation of dangerous goods from food in the same vehicle?

Segregation from food only applies to liquid dangerous goods
Only Class 1 (explosives) cannot be loaded with food
Food and all dangerous goods can be co-loaded if both are packaged
Dangerous goods that could contaminate food (toxic, corrosive, infectious) must be segregated from food shipments and adequate separation maintained (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Dangerous goods that could contaminate food (toxic, corrosive, infectious) must be segregated from food shipments and adequate separation maintained

ADR requires that dangerous goods that could contaminate food (particularly toxic, corrosive, or infectious substances) must not be loaded in the same vehicle as food or animal feed unless adequately separated by a solid partition or sufficient distance.

Question 55: What is the 'excepted quantity' (EQ) concept in ADR?

Quantities above which a full ADR certificate is required
A quantity exemption for vehicles over 7.5 tonnes only
Very small quantities of certain dangerous goods exempt from most ADR requirements — even smaller than limited quantities (Correct answer)
Quantities exempt from carriage document requirements only

Correct answer: Very small quantities of certain dangerous goods exempt from most ADR requirements — even smaller than limited quantities

Excepted Quantities allow tiny amounts of certain dangerous goods (typically milligrams to a few millilitres per package) to be transported with minimal ADR requirements. They are indicated by a diamond mark with 'E' followed by a number on the package.

Question 56: What does 'EBS' stand for on modern LGV trailers?

External Braking Sensor
Engine Braking System
Emergency Brake Switch
Electronic Braking System (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Electronic Braking System

EBS stands for Electronic Braking System. It manages brake force distribution across axles electronically, improving stopping performance and stability. It replaces or supplements traditional ABS on modern trailers.

Question 57: What is the national speed limit for an LGV over 7.5 tonnes on a dual carriageway?

65 mph
70 mph
50 mph
60 mph (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 60 mph

LGVs over 7.5 tonnes are limited to 60 mph on dual carriageways, compared to the 70 mph limit for cars.

Question 58: What does the Emergency Response number on a transport document allow in the UK?

Auto-dispatch of a HAZMAT response team
Direct contact with DVSA
Contact with the ADR certificate authority
Contact with CHEMSAFE or the substance's emergency contact for technical advice during an incident (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Contact with CHEMSAFE or the substance's emergency contact for technical advice during an incident

In the UK, the emergency response telephone number on the transport document allows emergency services to contact a competent person (such as through CHEMSAFE or directly with the manufacturer/supplier) to obtain expert technical advice about the substance during an incident.

Question 59: At a toucan crossing, which combination of road users may cross?

Pedestrians and horses
Pedestrians only
Pedestrians and cyclists (Correct answer)
Cyclists and motorcyclists

Correct answer: Pedestrians and cyclists

A toucan crossing (two can cross) is designed for both pedestrians and cyclists to use simultaneously. LGV drivers must give way to both when they have the signal to cross.

Question 60: Which combination of conditions is most likely to cause aquaplaning in an LGV?

Driving slowly on a road with heavy rain
Driving at speed on a road with standing water (Correct answer)
Braking gently on a damp road surface
Using cruise control in light drizzle

Correct answer: Driving at speed on a road with standing water

Aquaplaning occurs when a vehicle travels too fast over standing water, causing the tyres to ride on a film of water and lose contact with the road surface.

Question 61: What should an LGV driver do when approaching a road that narrows with oncoming traffic?

Assess whether there is room for both vehicles, be prepared to stop, and give way if necessary — considering the LGV's width (Correct answer)
Flash headlights to claim right of way
Speed up to get through first
Use the horn to warn oncoming traffic

Correct answer: Assess whether there is room for both vehicles, be prepared to stop, and give way if necessary — considering the LGV's width

The driver should assess the available width, consider their vehicle's dimensions, slow down, and be prepared to stop if there is insufficient room for both vehicles. Priority signs may indicate who has right of way, but the LGV driver should always err on the side of caution.

Question 62: What is the purpose of a tachograph analysis check?

To calculate fuel consumption
To verify drivers comply with hours rules and detect infringements (Correct answer)
To calculate driver pay
To record vehicle faults

Correct answer: To verify drivers comply with hours rules and detect infringements

Tachograph analysis examines records to ensure drivers are complying with driving time, break, and rest regulations. Operators must regularly analyse records to detect and address any infringements.

Question 63: What does an orange ADR hazard plate (Kemler plate) on a vehicle display?

The hazard identification number (top) and the UN number (bottom) of the substance being carried (Correct answer)
The driver's ADR certificate number
The emergency contact number
The vehicle's authorised load capacity

Correct answer: The hazard identification number (top) and the UN number (bottom) of the substance being carried

The orange Kemler plate shows the hazard identification number (HIN/Kemler code) on the top half and the 4-digit UN number of the dangerous substance on the bottom half. This allows emergency services to quickly identify the substance and its hazards.

Question 64: What is the minimum daily rest period required for an LGV driver?

9 consecutive hours
11 consecutive hours (Correct answer)
10 consecutive hours
8 consecutive hours

Correct answer: 11 consecutive hours

The minimum daily rest period is 11 consecutive hours. This can be reduced to 9 consecutive hours (reduced rest) no more than three times between any two weekly rests.

Question 65: A driver's tachograph card has expired. Can they drive?

Only for journeys under 50 km
No — they must not drive a vehicle requiring a tachograph until they have a valid card (Correct answer)
Yes, for up to 15 days while a replacement is sought
Yes, if they make manual records

Correct answer: No — they must not drive a vehicle requiring a tachograph until they have a valid card

A driver must not operate a tachograph-equipped vehicle without a valid driver card. Driving with an expired card is an offence. Replacement cards should be applied for before expiry.

Question 66: What type of restraint is most appropriate for securing a pallet loaded with boxes on a curtainsider trailer?

Only lashing straps — pallet bars are optional
Pallet bars and lashing straps used together, with the curtain providing supplementary containment (Correct answer)
The curtain side alone
Shrink wrap only

Correct answer: Pallet bars and lashing straps used together, with the curtain providing supplementary containment

Pallet bars (load bars) prevent pallets from tipping or sliding forward and backward, while lashing straps secure them laterally. The curtain side provides additional containment but is not a primary restraint method.

Question 67: What is the minimum efficiency required for the service brake on an HGV at its annual test?

25%
50% (Correct answer)
60%
43%

Correct answer: 50%

The minimum service brake efficiency required at the annual test is 50% for vehicles first used on or after 1 January 2012. Older vehicles may have a requirement of 43%. The parking brake must achieve at least 16% efficiency.

Question 68: What does a hazard identification number (Kemler code) starting with the digit '3' indicate?

The primary hazard is flammability (Correct answer)
The primary hazard is toxic gas
The primary hazard is explosiveness
The primary hazard is corrosiveness

Correct answer: The primary hazard is flammability

In the Kemler code system, the first digit indicates the primary hazard: 2 = gas, 3 = flammable liquid, 4 = flammable solid, 5 = oxidising, 6 = toxic, 7 = radioactive, 8 = corrosive. A code of 30 indicates a flammable liquid with no secondary hazard.

Question 69: What is the main braking hazard when an LGV drives through deep standing water?

Brake fade as water soaks drum or disc braking surfaces (Correct answer)
Corrosion of the brake lines
Overheating of the transmission
Engine flooding from water ingestion

Correct answer: Brake fade as water soaks drum or disc braking surfaces

Driving through deep water can soak drum or disc braking surfaces, causing brake fade and severely reduced braking effectiveness until the brakes dry out.

Question 70: When must the trailer landing gear (legs) be fully raised after coupling?

They can stay down during driving
Only when loading the trailer
After confirming the coupling is secure and before driving away (Correct answer)
Landing gear is only used for uncoupling

Correct answer: After confirming the coupling is secure and before driving away

The landing gear must be fully raised and secured after the coupling has been confirmed as secure. Driving with the landing gear down can cause serious damage if they contact the road surface, particularly on uneven ground or speed bumps.

Question 71: Under EU rules, what is the minimum weekly rest period?

24 consecutive hours
48 consecutive hours
36 consecutive hours
45 consecutive hours (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 45 consecutive hours

The minimum regular weekly rest is 45 consecutive hours. A reduced weekly rest of 24 hours is permitted but must be compensated for by an equivalent period of rest taken before the end of the third week.

Question 72: What is the maximum weight allowed on a single axle of a rigid goods vehicle?

15 tonnes for any axle
10 tonnes for any axle
11.5 tonnes for a drive axle, 10 tonnes for a steering axle (Correct answer)
8 tonnes for any single axle

Correct answer: 11.5 tonnes for a drive axle, 10 tonnes for a steering axle

The maximum axle weight for a standard drive axle is 11.5 tonnes. Steering axles are limited to 10 tonnes. Exceeding these limits is an offence even if the gross vehicle weight is within legal limits.

Question 73: What does a motorway matrix sign showing a red X above a lane mean?

Caution — hazard in that lane
That lane is closed — you must not drive in it (Correct answer)
Emergency vehicles using that lane
Reduce speed in that lane

Correct answer: That lane is closed — you must not drive in it

A red X on a motorway matrix sign (overhead gantry) means the lane is closed and must not be used. Driving in a lane with a red X displayed is illegal and dangerous.

Question 74: What happens if a driver takes a reduced weekly rest period?

The reduced rest can only be taken at home
The reduction must be compensated by an equivalent rest attached to another rest of at least 9 hours within the following 3 weeks (Correct answer)
Reduced weekly rests are not permitted
No compensation is needed

Correct answer: The reduction must be compensated by an equivalent rest attached to another rest of at least 9 hours within the following 3 weeks

A reduced weekly rest (minimum 24 hours instead of 45 hours) is permitted every other week. However, the reduction (the difference between 45 hours and the actual rest taken) must be compensated en bloc and attached to a rest period of at least 9 hours within the following three weeks.

Question 75: What must a driver do if their tachograph malfunctions?

Make manual records on paper and have the unit repaired within 7 days (Correct answer)
Stop driving immediately
Report to DVSA and wait for authorisation to continue
Switch to the spare tachograph unit

Correct answer: Make manual records on paper and have the unit repaired within 7 days

If the tachograph malfunctions, the driver must make manual records of their activities on paper (printout or back of tachograph chart). The unit must be repaired at an approved fitter within 7 days of return to base.

Question 76: What ADR certificate must a driver carry when transporting certain quantities of dangerous goods?

An ADR vocational training certificate (also called an ADR licence) (Correct answer)
A Transport Manager's certificate
A standard LGV licence endorsement
A HAZMAT employer declaration

Correct answer: An ADR vocational training certificate (also called an ADR licence)

Drivers transporting dangerous goods in quantities above ADR thresholds must hold a valid ADR vocational training certificate. Certificates are issued following approved training and examination and must be renewed every 5 years.

Question 77: What is the 'limited quantity' (LQ) exemption in ADR?

Only applies to Class 9 goods
Exempts the driver from needing an ADR certificate for any quantity
Small quantities of dangerous goods packed in limited sizes are exempt from many ADR requirements but still require basic hazard marking (Correct answer)
A full exemption from all ADR requirements

Correct answer: Small quantities of dangerous goods packed in limited sizes are exempt from many ADR requirements but still require basic hazard marking

The Limited Quantities exemption allows small amounts of certain dangerous goods (packed in small containers of specific maximum sizes) to be transported without full ADR compliance. LQ shipments must still show a limited quantity mark (diamond with 'LQ') on packages.

Question 78: What is a 'split daily rest' and how must it be taken?

Three periods totalling 11 hours
Split into two equal parts of 5.5 hours each
Split into two periods: first at least 3 hours, then at least 9 hours (Correct answer)
Any two periods totalling 11 hours

Correct answer: Split into two periods: first at least 3 hours, then at least 9 hours

A split daily rest must be taken in two periods: the first must be at least 3 uninterrupted hours and the second must be at least 9 uninterrupted hours, taken in that order.

Question 79: When must a load that overhangs the front of a vehicle be marked?

Front overhang is never permitted
When it extends beyond the cab
When the overhang exceeds 2 metres beyond the front of the vehicle (Correct answer)
When it extends beyond 1 metre from the front axle

Correct answer: When the overhang exceeds 2 metres beyond the front of the vehicle

Front overhang of up to 2 metres beyond the front of the vehicle does not require special marking. Beyond 2 metres, it must be marked with an end marker board or light. Larger overhangs require abnormal load procedures.

Question 80: What is the Working Time Directive's maximum average weekly working time for mobile workers?

48 hours (Correct answer)
35 hours
40 hours
60 hours

Correct answer: 48 hours

The Road Transport Working Time Directive limits average weekly working time for mobile workers to 48 hours, averaged over a reference period of 17 weeks (extendable to 26 weeks by agreement). Working time cannot exceed 60 hours in any single week.

Question 81: What are the penalties for drivers' hours offences in the UK?

Fixed penalties of up to £300 per offence, with more serious cases resulting in prosecution, unlimited fines, and possible imprisonment (Correct answer)
A verbal warning only
No penalties — the rules are advisory
A letter to the driver's employer

Correct answer: Fixed penalties of up to £300 per offence, with more serious cases resulting in prosecution, unlimited fines, and possible imprisonment

DVSA can issue fixed penalties of up to £300 per offence. Serious or persistent offences can lead to prosecution in court with unlimited fines and potential imprisonment. The driver's licence can also be affected, and the operator's OCRS score worsened.

Question 82: What should a driver check regarding the load before departure?

Check load weight but not distribution
Load checks are the consignor's responsibility
Only check the load is covered
That the load is secure, correctly distributed, and does not exceed the vehicle's maximum authorised mass (Correct answer)

Correct answer: That the load is secure, correctly distributed, and does not exceed the vehicle's maximum authorised mass

The driver must check that the load is secure using appropriate restraints, that weight is correctly distributed across axles, and that the total weight does not exceed the MAM. The driver shares responsibility for load safety.

Question 83: What is the purpose of a plating certificate for an HGV?

It records the vehicle's service history
It certifies the vehicle's colour scheme
It specifies the maximum permitted weights for the vehicle and each axle (Correct answer)
It confirms the vehicle has passed an emissions test

Correct answer: It specifies the maximum permitted weights for the vehicle and each axle

The plating certificate (Ministry plate) specifies the design weights and maximum permitted weights for the vehicle, each axle combination, and the train weight if applicable. It is issued following the first annual test and must be carried in the vehicle.

Question 84: An LGV driver works for two different employers in the same week. Who is responsible for compliance?

Both the driver and each employer are responsible for the parts they control (Correct answer)
Only the driver
Only the most recent employer
Only the primary employer

Correct answer: Both the driver and each employer are responsible for the parts they control

Both employers and the driver share responsibility for compliance with drivers' hours rules. Each employer is responsible for the driving done for them, while the driver is responsible for their overall compliance.

Question 85: What should a driver check regarding the vehicle's exhaust?

Only check that the exhaust is not hanging off
That there is no excessive black, blue, or white smoke and no visible damage to the exhaust system (Correct answer)
Exhausts are serviced items — no daily check required
Check only if an emissions warning light is on

Correct answer: That there is no excessive black, blue, or white smoke and no visible damage to the exhaust system

Excessive black smoke suggests rich fuel mixture or engine problems, blue smoke indicates burning oil, and white smoke can indicate coolant entering the combustion chamber. Any of these requires investigation and reporting.

Question 86: What is 'AETR' in the context of drivers' hours rules?

A UK tachograph calibration standard
An EU regulation on driver training
A European agreement on driving hours applicable to non-EU countries (Correct answer)
A type of digital tachograph

Correct answer: A European agreement on driving hours applicable to non-EU countries

AETR (Accord Européen sur les Transports Routiers) is a European agreement that extends similar driving hours rules to countries that are not EU member states. Journeys to or through AETR countries must comply with AETR rules.

Question 87: What should a driver check about the trailer kingpin before coupling?

Nothing — the kingpin is maintenance-free
That it is rusty — rust means it is strong
That it is not worn, bent, or cracked, and that the trailer plate is not damaged (Correct answer)
Only its colour

Correct answer: That it is not worn, bent, or cracked, and that the trailer plate is not damaged

The kingpin should be inspected for wear, bending, cracking, or damage. The trailer coupling plate should also be checked for cracks or distortion. A worn or damaged kingpin may not lock securely in the 5th wheel jaws.

Question 88: When should the electrical connections (suzi coils) be connected during coupling?

Electrical connections are not needed
After the mechanical coupling is confirmed secure and air lines are connected (Correct answer)
Before approaching the trailer
Only when carrying refrigerated loads

Correct answer: After the mechanical coupling is confirmed secure and air lines are connected

Electrical connections (for lights, ABS, EBS) should be connected after the mechanical coupling and air lines are confirmed secure. This ensures the trailer lights and electronic brake systems are functional before driving.

Question 89: What is brake fade and how does it affect LGV braking?

Brakes wearing out over time
ABS disengaging during heavy braking
Loss of air pressure in the brake system
Reduced braking efficiency caused by heat build-up in brake components — especially dangerous on long descents (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Reduced braking efficiency caused by heat build-up in brake components — especially dangerous on long descents

Brake fade occurs when friction materials and brake drums or discs overheat, reducing their ability to generate friction. For LGVs on long descents, continuous brake application generates extreme heat. Engine braking and gear selection are essential to prevent brake fade.

Question 90: What load securing considerations apply when carrying a vehicle on a car transporter?

Wheels must be chocked and vehicles tied down at all four axles to dedicated anchor points (Correct answer)
Only the front axles need to be secured
Car transporters do not require load securing — vehicles are driven on under their own power
A single strap over the bonnet is sufficient

Correct answer: Wheels must be chocked and vehicles tied down at all four axles to dedicated anchor points

Vehicles on car transporters must be properly secured at all four corners using wheel chocks to prevent rolling and straps or chains attached to dedicated anchor points on the vehicle chassis. Single-point securing is insufficient.

Question 91: What is the maximum period a driver may have a reduced weekly rest?

Twice per calendar year
A reduced weekly rest of 24 hours may be taken but must be compensated before the end of the third following week (Correct answer)
Reduced weekly rest can be taken every week
Only once per month

Correct answer: A reduced weekly rest of 24 hours may be taken but must be compensated before the end of the third following week

A driver may take a reduced weekly rest of at least 24 hours instead of the full 45 hours, but the reduction must be compensated by an equivalent block of rest taken en bloc before the end of the third week following the reduced rest.

Question 92: What is a 'fixed week' under drivers' hours regulations?

Any 7-day period
A week with no reduced rest periods
The period from 00:00 Monday to 24:00 Sunday (Correct answer)
A week when no driving is done

Correct answer: The period from 00:00 Monday to 24:00 Sunday

A 'fixed week' under EU drivers' hours rules runs from 00:00 on Monday to 24:00 on Sunday. The 56-hour weekly driving limit and weekly rest requirements are calculated within these fixed weekly periods.

Question 93: How does an unladen LGV compare to a fully loaded LGV in terms of braking?

There is no significant difference
An unladen LGV always stops shorter than a loaded one
A loaded LGV stops shorter due to increased tyre grip
An unladen LGV can brake harder but may experience wheel lock-up more easily — load improves tyre adhesion (Correct answer)

Correct answer: An unladen LGV can brake harder but may experience wheel lock-up more easily — load improves tyre adhesion

An unladen LGV has less mass but also less tyre contact force, making wheels more susceptible to locking. A loaded LGV has more mass (longer stopping distance) but better tyre adhesion. Both situations require careful brake application.

Question 94: What does a yellow or amber engine warning light on the dashboard typically indicate?

A minor issue that can be ignored
The engine is about to fail and must be stopped immediately
An engine management fault that should be investigated at the earliest opportunity (Correct answer)
The oil change is due

Correct answer: An engine management fault that should be investigated at the earliest opportunity

An amber engine warning light indicates an engine management fault, often related to emissions systems (EGR, DPF, AdBlue). It should be investigated soon but does not normally require an immediate stop, unlike a red warning light.

Question 95: What does a white diamond painted on the road surface indicate?

Pedestrian crossing ahead
Priority over oncoming vehicles (Correct answer)
No overtaking zone
Give way to traffic from the right

Correct answer: Priority over oncoming vehicles

A white diamond on the road surface indicates that the driver has priority over oncoming traffic, commonly used in narrow sections where only one vehicle can pass at a time.

Question 96: How should an LGV driver handle a tyre blowout on a motorway?

Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the throttle gradually, do not brake sharply, steer to the hard shoulder (Correct answer)
Brake hard immediately
Accelerate briefly to stabilise before braking
Steer sharply towards the hard shoulder

Correct answer: Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the throttle gradually, do not brake sharply, steer to the hard shoulder

In a tyre blowout, the instinct to brake sharply can cause a loss of control, especially with a heavy vehicle. The correct response is to grip the wheel firmly, gradually ease off the throttle, allow speed to reduce, and steer gently to the hard shoulder.

Question 97: What is the Highway Code's guidance on using cruise control on a motorway?

Cruise control is recommended at all times on motorways
Cruise control should be used only in lane 1
Cruise control can be used but the driver must remain in full control and be ready to brake immediately (Correct answer)
Cruise control is prohibited for LGVs

Correct answer: Cruise control can be used but the driver must remain in full control and be ready to brake immediately

Cruise control can be used on motorways to maintain steady speed and reduce driver fatigue, but the driver must remain alert and in control at all times and be prepared to disengage and respond to hazards immediately.

Question 98: Under ADR, what does Class 2 dangerous goods cover?

Only compressed gases
Only flammable gases
Only cryogenic gases
Gases — including flammable gases, non-flammable non-toxic gases, and toxic gases (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Gases — including flammable gases, non-flammable non-toxic gases, and toxic gases

ADR Class 2 covers all gases, divided into three categories: 2.1 Flammable gases (e.g., LPG, hydrogen), 2.2 Non-flammable non-toxic gases (e.g., compressed air, carbon dioxide), and 2.3 Toxic gases (e.g., chlorine, ammonia).

Question 99: What is the daily duty time limit under GB domestic drivers' hours rules?

11 hours
9 hours
16 hours
No specific daily duty limit applies (Correct answer)

Correct answer: No specific daily duty limit applies

Under GB domestic rules, there is no specific daily duty time limit. However, drivers must not work more than 11 hours in a day and must take a daily rest period. The Working Time Directive also limits average weekly working time to 48 hours.

Question 100: At a pelican crossing showing a flashing amber signal, what must an LGV driver do?

Give way to pedestrians still crossing (Correct answer)
Sound the horn to warn pedestrians
Stop and wait for green
Proceed at normal speed

Correct answer: Give way to pedestrians still crossing

A flashing amber at a pelican crossing means you may proceed but must give way to any pedestrians who are still on the crossing.

UK LGV Theory Test (Driver CPC Part 1)

The UK Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) theory test is the multiple-choice component of Driver CPC Part 1, assessing knowledge of the Highway Code, road safety, tachograph rules, drivers' hours, vehicle loading, dangerous goods, and LGV-specific regulations required to drive lorries professionally in Great Britain.

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