Class 1 Mock
#1. Which of the following can increase the length of your danger zone (as defined in the British Columbia Driving Commercial Vehicles Manual)?
The section of road that your vehicle travels through before it can stop is called the vehicle’s danger zone, because it’s physically impossible for you to stop the vehicle in time to avoid a collision with any object or person. As your speed increases, the length of your danger zone increases. Less than ideal road conditions, such as rain, snow, ice or gravel increase the length of your danger zone. Driving fast under these road conditions increases your danger zone even more. Finally, heavy commercial vehicles have more kinetic energy than cars travelling at the same speed and therefore take longer to brake to a stop
#2. What is a "glad hand"?
Because tractors and trailers need to be disconnected and reconnected from time to time, the air lines are equipped with quick coupling devices called glad hands. Each coupler resembles a human hand about to make a handshake.
#3. Why should you adjust your head restraint so its top is at least level with the top of your head?
Head restraints (also called headrests) can help prevent soft-tissue injuries such as whiplash. Whiplash is an injury of the neck, head or shoulders after being subjected to a snapping motion. If your head restraint is adjustable (not part of the seatback), adjust it so the top is at least level with the top of your head. Also position your head restraint as close to the back of your head as possible. It may be necessary to adjust your seatback position to do this.
#4. When you couple your tractor to a trailer, which of the following is most important?
Don’t drive the vehicle until you’re sure that the coupling is correct. Inspect the coupling thoroughly. If the coupling seems loose in any way, make the necessary adjustments before you drive.
#5. After you __________, you must take at least eight consecutive hours of off-duty time.
Hours of service regulations are designed to limit the time you can spend driving. Statistics show that a fatigued driver is more likely to become involved in a crash. After driving for 13 hours or being on duty for 14 hours, you may not drive again until you have taken 10 hours of off-duty time, of which eight hours must be consecutive.
#6. To drive defensively, you should
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.
#7. The working load limit of tiedowns used to secure cargo must be at least _____ of the cargo weight.
The working load limit of tiedowns used to secure cargo must be at least 50 percent of the cargo weight.
#8. f you are carrying a six-metre load weighing 8,000 kg, and each tiedown has a safe working load limit of 3,000 kg, how many tiedowns should you use?
As a rough guide, use two tiedowns for the first 3.04 metres of a load and one tiedown for every 3.04 metres after that. So for a six-metre load, use three tiedowns. In this case, the load weighs 8,000 kg, and each of the three tiedowns has a safe working load limit of 3,000 kg, which is more than adequate for the weight of this load.
#9. You're driving on a curve to the left. How can you ensure that your trailer's wheels stay in your lane?
When you curve to the right, keep the front wheels close to the centre line of the roadway to keep your rear wheels from drifting onto the shoulder or off the pavement. When curving to the left, keep the front wheels close to the right edge of your lane to keep your driver’s-side rear wheels from drifting into the lane to your left.
#10. When approaching a narrow bridge from a curve, you should
When entering a narrow bridge with a curved approach, proceed with caution and awareness of the amount of off-tracking your vehicle displays. Adjust your speed and position on the roadway appropriately.
#11. When approaching an intersection at which you intend to turn, you should
When approaching an intersection, don’t change lanes or pass or overtake other vehicles. If you intend to turn at the intersection, get in the proper lane well before the intersection and signal other drivers to show them you intend to turn. Reduce your speed gradually before entering the intersection.
#12. Under British Columbia law, what is the definition of a "taxi"?
Under British Columbia law, a “taxi” or “limousine” is defined as a motor vehicle that is designed to carry no more than 10 persons, and is available with its driver for hire. This includes a vehicle being used as part of a ride-hail service.
#13. Industrial roads do NOT include which of the following?
An industrial road is any road that exists for the transportation of natural resources, machinery, materials or personnel. Industrial roads do not include public roadways or streets; privately owned roads; roads exclusively for utility lines or pipes; or roads and yards within manufacturing plants, industrial sites, storage yards, airports or construction sites.
#14. At which of the following engine speeds should you drive your vehicle?
At any given speed, the engine develops both torque and horsepower. Peak torque is found at a lower engine speed than peak horsepower. The vehicle should be operated between the engine’s peak torque and peak horsepower. This range is referred to as the normal operating rpm range of the engine. The engine will lug (strain) if it is operated below peak torque for any length of time
#15. As a commercial driver, you are expected to practice
As a commercial driver, you are expected to practice safe driving. To obtain a commercial licence, you must pass a knowledge test on safe driving practices and a road test to show that you can operate a commercial vehicle safely.
#16. If a peace officer asks for your logbook and supporting documents, what documents should you provide?
Supporting documents may include bills of lading, shipping documents, fuel receipts, and accommodation receipts for expenses incurred along the route. (A bill of lading is issued by a carrier to acknowledge receipt of cargo for shipment by the carrier.)
#17. If you are unable to keep up with traffic on a steep grade, what should you do?
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.
#18. Without an oversize load permit, the tallest your vehicle can be is
The maximum allowable height for a commercial vehicle is 4.15 metres unless the driver has an oversize load permit.
#19. To turn right safely, what should you do?
When turning any vehicle, you should always check your blind spots thoroughly. Also, the rear wheels of a vehicle with a long wheelbase can off-track (travel a different path than the front wheels). If you turn too sharply to the right, the rear wheels may scrape the curb or overrun the sidewalk. And if you turn too wide, pedestrians or vehicles may be encouraged to squeeze by you on the right. When turning, therefore, make certain that you’re not crowding any vehicles or pedestrians on the right side.
#20. How often should you inspect your vehicle?
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.
#21. When should you perform a pre-hill inspection?
British Columbia has many mountainous roads. You must perform a brake pre-hill inspection (brake check) wherever a sign is posted requiring you to do so before a steep hill ahead. (You may be fined for failing to stop to conduct a brake pre-hill inspection.) It’s also wise to perform a pre-hill inspection before every long or steep downgrade
#22. When must a carrier check your driving record?
Every carrier you work for is required to check your driving record before hiring you and then once a year after hiring you.
#23. How should you handle driving around a curve?
To handle a curve, slow down before you enter the curve so that you will not need to brake in the curve. Braking in a curve can cause a skid. On slippery roads, slow down even more. Once you are in the curve, accelerate slightly through the curve. This will help you keep control.
#24. A tiedown must not be used for cargo securement if
it is tangled or significantly damaged in some way: gouges in, or excessive wear of, the chain links; knots in the chain, rope or webbing; spread or disturbed grab hooks; and so forth.