Class 1 Mock

#1. Drivers must hold an industrial air brake endorsement if they will be __________ on industrial roads.

driving unlicensed vehicle equipped with air break to transport natural resources

driving loaders and graders equipped with air breaks

driving licensed vehicle equipped with air break to transport natural resources

Transporting natural resources

Very few drivers require an industrial air brake endorsement. You need an industrial endorsement only if you’ll be operating unlicensed vehicles that are equipped with air brakes and are used to transport natural resources on industrial roads. (An industrial road is any road that exists for the transportation of natural resources, machinery, materials or personnel. Industrial roads include all company bridges, wharves and log dumps.) You don’t need an industrial air brake endorsement to operate skidders, loaders, graders or yarders on industrial roads.

#2. Vehicles carrying cargo must meet which of the following requirements?

(c) The Industrial Roads Act

Both (a) and (b)

(a) Motor Vehicle Act Regulations

(b) North American Standard on Cargo Securement

British Columbia has adopted the North American Standard on cargo securement. The Standard specifies requirements that apply to all types of cargo and includes specific requirements for certain commodities. Division 35 of the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations (MVAR) specifies requirements for transporting logs or poles, covers for loose loads, affixing and marking the front end structures, and carrying luggage in buses.

#3. If you place a very heavy load on one side of a vehicle, what may happen?

it may cause flat spot on the tire

All of the Above may happens.

it may cause the brake to lock the wheels on the underloaded side.

it may increase the risk of rollover

If you place a very heavy load on one side of a vehicle, the brakes may lock the wheels on the underloaded side, which might cause the tires to skid on wet surfaces. It may also cause flat spots on the tires. Furthermore, the vehicle’s centre of gravity (i.e., the midpoint of its weight) will shift toward the side with the load, increasing the risk of a rollover

#4. Who has the right-of-way on a steep hill on an industrial road?

A loaded truck that is proceeding down the hill

A loaded truck that is proceeding up the hill

Whichever vehicle is proceeding up the hill

Whichever vehicle is proceeding down the hill

Industrial roads are often rougher and present different types of conditions than public roads. In general, drivers are expected to follow the rules of the road set out in the Motor Vehicle Act. However, you should yield the right-of-way to a loaded truck that is coming down a steep hill on an industrial road

#5. What is the purpose of the slider on a trailer?

To adjust the weight distribution

To make cornering easier

To reduce the chance of a rollover

To make backing easier

On many trailers, the driver can slide the tandem axles forward and backward to adjust the weight distribution of the trailer. Sliding the tandems forward puts more weight on the tandems and less on the tractor’s rear axles. Sliding the tandems backward puts more weight on the tractor’s rear axles and less on the tandems.

#6. If you are unable to keep up with traffic on a steep grade, what should you do?

Do (b) and (c).

(c) Use your four-way flashers.

(b) Keep right.

(a) Take another route.

If you must drive slower than other traffic, use your four-way flashers to alert other drivers, and keep right to let the drivers pass you safely.

#7. When driving at night, you should do which of the following?

Travel at the posted speed limit.

Make sure you can stop within the distance you can see.

On well-lit roads, you can use your parking lights instead of your headlights.

Flash your headlights at approaching drivers who forget to switch from high beam to low beam.

In the dark, you have no way of knowing what lies beyond the reach of your headlights. At night, you should slow to a speed that allows you to stop safely within the range of your headlights. Otherwise, if there is a hazard just beyond the range of your headlights, you may not be able to take action in time to avoid it. Your parking lights are for parking, not driving. It’s illegal to use your parking lights while driving.

#8. Which of the following statements about intermodal cargo containers are true?

They can be moved without unloading their contents.

All of the above are true.

They should be securely attached to the structure of the vehicles transporting them.

They are designed to be moved from one type of transportation to another.

Intermodal transportation involves the transportation of containers of cargo among multiple modes of transport (rail, ship, truck, etc.) without unloading the containers. National Safety Code Standard 10 (Cargo Securement) defines an “intermodal container” as a reusable, transportable container that is specially designed with integral locking devices to secure it to a container chassis vehicle. To transport an intermodal container, you must secure it to the chassis of your vehicle with the integral locking devices so it can’t move around.

#9. Where is a single-unit (straight) truck’s central weight distribution point?

Midway between the tailgate and the rear of the cab

Just in front of the rear axle

Over the front axle

Over the rear axle

The central weight distribution point of the average single-unit (straight) truck is located partially over or just ahead of the rear axles. That is where the load should be placed.

#10. To inspect an air brake system, you should wear

shorts and sandals.

a hard hat, safety glasses, and steel toe boots.

a dust mask and safety glasses.

a leather jacket and work pants.

The compressed air that is used in air brake systems can be hazardous if you get near it when it is being exhausted from the vehicle. Compressed air leaving the vehicle travels at a very high speed and carries moisture, oil, dirt and dust. Plus there is always the chance of an accident in procedures that require you to release the brakes and crawl underneath your vehicle to inspect various items. While you’re inspecting the air brakes, wear a bump cap or hard hat, safety glasses, a visible safety vest, and steel toe boots.

#11. What is a commercial vehicle's danger zone?

The amount of distance required to stop the vehicle

The 20 metres of space all around the vehicle

The vehicle's blind spots plus an additional 5 metres

The 30 metres of space behind the vehicle

The section of road a vehicle travels through before it can stop is called the vehicle’s danger zone because it’s physically impossible for you to stop in time to avoid a collision with any object or person. Reduce your danger zone by slowing down and covering the brake pedal with your foot if you spot a hazard.

#12. Under British Columbia law, what is the definition of a "special vehicle"?

A bus that seats more than 10 people

A vehicle that seats no more than 10 people, and provides public transportation for people with disabilities

A school bus that seats no more than 10 people

A bus that has been taken out of service

Under British Columbia law, a “special vehicle” is defined as a motor vehicle that has a carrying capacity of no more than 10 persons (including the driver) and is designed or modified for public transportation of persons with disabilities.

#13. During a pre-hill inspection of a vehicle equipped with hydraulic brakes, you should do which of the following?

Make sure that the brake drums are not overheated.

Do all of the above.

Make sure that there is adequate pedal reserve.

Make sure there are no hydraulic fluid leaks.

Whether your vehicle has air brakes or hydraulic brakes, it is important to make sure that the brake drums haven’t overheated. To test hydraulic brakes for leaks, first pump the brakes three times. Next, apply firm pressure to the brake pedal for five seconds. The pedal should not move. If it moves, the brakes may have a leak or some other problem.

#14. When you're driving on a slippery road, hard braking may cause

(b) your brakes to fail.

(a) your wheels to lock up.

(c) your vehicle to skid or jackknife.

Both (a) and (c)

If you brake hard on a slippery road, the force of the brakes may overcome the reduced traction of the tires. The wheels will lock and the vehicle may skid. If the rear of your trailer swings out, a jackknife is likely. A skid or jackknife may also occur if you use the trailer hand valve to brake (because it only brakes the trailer, not the tractor).

#15. A Class 1 driver's licence allows you to drive which of the following?

(a) A taxi or limousine

(b) A three-axle vehicle

(c) A motorcycle

Both (a) and (b)

With a Class 1 driver’s licence, you may drive semi-trailer trucks and any other motor vehicles and combination vehicles except motorcycles.

#16. If you are parking a single-unit (straight) vehicle on an upgrade without a curb, you should

turn the wheels toward the edge of the roadway.

turn the wheels toward the centre of the roadway.

turn the wheels toward either the edge or the centre of the roadway.

keep your wheels facing straight ahead.

The rule for single-unit (straight) vehicles (such as buses, three-axle trucks, and “bobtail” tractors without trailers) on upgrades is the same as for cars: If there is a curb, turn your wheels away from the curb (i.e., toward the centre of the road). If your vehicle’s brakes fail, the curb will block your vehicle from rolling backward. If there is no curb, turn your wheels toward the edge of the road. If your vehicle’s brakes fail, your vehicle will roll off the road, not into traffic.

#17. How often should you inspect your vehicle?

Either (a) or (b)

(b) Before the first trip of the day

Both (a) and (b)

(a) After the final trip of the day

All commercial vehicles that fall under the National Safety Code (NSC) must be inspected before they’re used each day (pre-trip inspections) and at the end of the final trip of each day (post-trip inspections). These inspections are required under the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations. Either you or another person specified by the carrier must perform these inspections.

#18. Which of the following statements are true about timber used as dunnage?

(b) It must be protected with extra tiedowns.

(c) It must be strong enough not to be split or crushed by the cargo.

(a) It must be checked every 100 kilometres.

(b) and (c) are true.

The tiedowns may have to withstand forces up to 0.8 g. Any timber used as dunnage, chocks or cradles for blocking or bracing must be strong enough that it will not be split or crushed by the cargo or the tiedowns. Note: In this context, “1 g” means the acceleration of one Earth gravity (9.8 metres/second²) – NOT one gram.

#19. What effects can a poorly distributed load have on your vehicle?

It can do all of the above.

It can cause steering misalignment.

It can put unnecessary stress on the vehicle's frame.

It can overload the tires.

A poorly distributed load can adversely affect your vehicle’s handling. It can also overload an axle or set of tires, put unnecessary stress on your vehicle’s frame and cause permanent damage and steering misalignment.

#20. Where are a large vehicle's blind spots?

Behind, in front of, and to both sides of the vehicle

Only in front of the vehicle

Only to the passenger side of the vehicle

Only to both sides of the vehicle

A large vehicle’s blind spots exist to the front, rear, and both sides of the vehicle. If a nearby bicycle or vehicle seems to suddenly disappear, it may have moved into one of your blind spots. Use caution.

#21. Before you may obtain a Class 1, 2, or 4 driver’s licence, you must be at least ____ years old.

16

20

18

19

Before you may obtain a Class 1, 2, or 4 driver’s licence, you must be at least 19 years old. Before you may obtain a Class 3 driver’s licence, you must be at least 18 years old.

#22. To drive defensively, you should

Scan the traffic all around you regularly.

Be alert for vehicles that are about to pass you.

Do all of the above.

Prepare to stop as you approach a stale green light.

Defensive driving is about anticipating potentially dangerous situations in advance, including driving conditions and mistakes made by others, and planning how to deal with those situations. To drive defensively, constantly scan the traffic ahead, behind and to your sides. Look ahead for clues that will tell you whether other vehicles are about to change speed or stop. For example, a green light that is stale may change to red at any moment, so be prepared to stop. Frequent checks of your rear- and side-view mirrors will alert you to drivers who are passing you or getting ready to pass you.

#23. Which of the following statements about off-tracking are true?

It's the difference between the path of the front wheels and the path of the rear wheels on a curve.

The longer the vehicle's wheelbase, the greater the off-tracking.

All of the above are true.

In a combination vehicle with two trailers, the rearmost trailer has the most off-tracking.

Off-tracking is the difference between the path of the front wheels and the path of the rear wheels when the vehicle is on a curve. The greater the distance between the front wheels and the rear wheels of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, the greater the off-tracking. When turning right, steer the front end wide enough around the corner so the rear end won’t run over the curb.

#24. If your vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes (ABS), how should you brake in an emergency?

Press the pedal three times to activate the ABS.

Pump the brake pedal until your vehicle slows down, then hold the pedal.

Pump the brake pedal until your vehicle stops.

Press the brake pedal firmly and hold it until your vehicle stops.

If your vehicle has ABS brakes, don’t pump the brakes. Apply full, firm, steady pressure to the brake pedal. The ABS computer will automatically release and reapply a brake for you when it senses that wheel is about to lock up.

#25. If your truck is transporting cargo, you must check the securement of the cargo within the first ______ of the trip.

240 Km

80 Km

120 Km

320 Km

Drivers of trucks transporting cargo must inspect the securement of the cargo within the first 80 km of a trip. From then on, the driver must re-inspect the securement on a regular basis at the earliest of (a) three hours of driving, (b) 240 km of driving, or (c) a change in the driver’s duty status

#1. Drivers must hold an industrial air brake endorsement if they will be __________ on industrial roads.

#2. Vehicles carrying cargo must meet which of the following requirements?

#3. If you place a very heavy load on one side of a vehicle, what may happen?

#4. Who has the right-of-way on a steep hill on an industrial road?

#5. What is the purpose of the slider on a trailer?

#6. If you are unable to keep up with traffic on a steep grade, what should you do?

#7. When driving at night, you should do which of the following?

#8. Which of the following statements about intermodal cargo containers are true?

#9. Where is a single-unit (straight) truck’s central weight distribution point?

#10. To inspect an air brake system, you should wear

#11. What is a commercial vehicle's danger zone?

#12. Under British Columbia law, what is the definition of a "special vehicle"?

#13. During a pre-hill inspection of a vehicle equipped with hydraulic brakes, you should do which of the following?

#14. When you're driving on a slippery road, hard braking may cause

#15. A Class 1 driver's licence allows you to drive which of the following?

#16. If you are parking a single-unit (straight) vehicle on an upgrade without a curb, you should

#17. How often should you inspect your vehicle?

#18. Which of the following statements are true about timber used as dunnage?

#19. What effects can a poorly distributed load have on your vehicle?

#20. Where are a large vehicle's blind spots?

#21. Before you may obtain a Class 1, 2, or 4 driver’s licence, you must be at least ____ years old.

#22. To drive defensively, you should

#23. Which of the following statements about off-tracking are true?

#24. If your vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes (ABS), how should you brake in an emergency?

#25. If your truck is transporting cargo, you must check the securement of the cargo within the first ______ of the trip.

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