40 Safety Questions And Answers Flashcards by Rodney Davis

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The driver should know the basic requirements of Part ____ so that he can remain qualified to drive

40-4-B

Part 391.

Book page 53

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What part of the FMCSR is Driving Rules

40-4-4

Part 392.

Book page 53

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What part of the FMCSR is Commercial Drivers License Standards; Requirement and Penalties

40-4-2

Part 383.

Book page 53

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The driver should know enough about Parts _____ and _____ to ascertain that the equipment meets the requirements of the regulations and is in safe operation condition

40-4-B

Parts 393 and 396.

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What part of the FMCSR is Inspection and Maintenance

40-4-7

Part 396.

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The driver must pay particular attention to the requirements of Parts _____ and _______

40-4-B

392 and 395.

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What part of the FMCSR is Parts and Accessories Necessary for safe Operation

40-4-5

Part 393.

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What part of the FMCSR is if hauling hazardous materials

40-4-8

Part 397.

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What part of the FMCSR is Hours of Service

40-4-6

Part 395.

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What part of the FMCSR is Qualifications of Drivers

40-4-3

Part 391.

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What part of the FMCSR is Controlled Substances and Alcohol, Use and Testing

40-4-1

Part 382.

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Drivers cannot consume or be under the influence of alcohol within _ ___ of going on duty (392.5)

40-16

4 hours

Book page 56

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What happens If a driver is found operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.02 or greater, but less than 0.04?

40-17

The driver is placed out of service for 24 hours

Book page 56

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When is a driver subject to post-accident drug or alcohol testing (383.303)

(3)

40-21

following any crash resulting in a fatality
driver is involved in an injury or towaway crash, as defined in the FMCSRs
receives a citation for a moving violation in connection with the crash

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After an initial drop of 5 to 10 pounds, once you apply service brakes, further pressure drop should not exceed ____ psi per minute.

40-30-B-B-ii

4 psi

Book page 61

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What miscellaneous parts and accessories are required on all interstate vehicles by FMCSA safety regulations (there 5 thing)

40-32

windshield wiping and washing system
defroster device
rear vision mirrors
speedometer
horn

Book page 62

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What emergency equipment is required by FMCSA regulations (393.95)

(There is 3)

40-33

One fire extinguisher
One set of prescribed emergency warning devices for stopped vehicles
One spare fuse for each type on the vehicle (unless the vehicle is equipped with circuit breakers)

Book page 62

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What rear facing lights on an interstate truck might be red

40-39

Turn signals may be red or amber

Book page 63

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When may the four-way flashers be in Operation on moving vehicle

40-40

On slow moving vehicles

Book page 64

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What is the first step a driver should take to protect his disabled vehicle on the highway or shoulder for any cause other than traffic stops

40-41

The driver should immediately activate the vehicle’s four-way flashers. (392.22)

Book page 64

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What is the second step that a driver should take to protect his disabled,stopped or parked vehicle (392.22)

40-42

If the driver intends to remain parked for more than 10 minuets,he should immediately place emergency warning devices in compliance with FMCSRs

Book page 64

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What types of emergency warning devices do the FMCSRs prescribe for stopped vehicle (393.95)

40-43

Three red reflective triangles

Minimum of three liquid-burning flares

Minimum of six fuses.

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If a motor vehicle is disabled within 500 feet of a curve, warning signals may be placed in the direction of the obstruction, no more than 500 feet or no less than ____ feet from the disabled vehicle.(392.22)

40-44

100

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If the vehicle stop excess ____ minutes, the driver must place other emergency warning devices as required by the regulations (392.22)

40-46

10 minutes

Book page 65

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# Safety Q&A When putting out emergency warning signal how many feet is one pace ## Footnote 40-47

2 1/2 feet Book page 65

# Safety Q&A Where should emergency warning signals be placed when a vehicle is disabled or otherwise stopped or parked on the shoulder or traveled portion of a divided highway (392.22) ## Footnote 40-45

All signals should be placed to the rear of vehicle at a distance of 10 feet, 100 feet and 200 feet Book page 65

What penalties apply to the driver who violates an out of service order? (first offense) ## Footnote 40-51

Disqualified as a CMV driver for a period of not less than 180 days and up to one year Book page 65

What penalties apply to the driver who violates an out of service order? (second offense within 10 years) ## Footnote 40-51

Disqualified as a CMV driver for a period of not less than 2 years and no more than 5 years Book page 66

Which way should a driver turn the front wheels to recover from a skid ## Footnote 40-66

The direction that the rear of the vehicle is sliding Book page 69

What is a good rule of thumb by which a driver can judge the safe speed for a ramp ## Footnote 40-69

Ramp speed should be 10 MPH below posted speed limits Book page 70

# Safety Questions And Answers How can a driver's ability to make quick, correct decisions be improved? (There is 6) ## Footnote 40-70

1. Good driving habits 2. Experience 3. Good mental and emotional habits 4. Good physical condition 5. Adequate rest 6. Training Book page 70

How long does it take to check mirrors on driver's side of truck ## Footnote 40-74

three quarters of a second Book page 71

How long does it take to check mirrors on passager side of vehicle ## Footnote 40-74

twice as long as the opposite side (1.5 seconds) Book page 71

What basic precautions should be taken when making a safe right turn in any vehicle? (3) ## Footnote 40-76

1. Signal well in advance 2. Approach the intersection slowly 3. Try to stay not more than four feet out from the right-hand curb Book page 71

The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings: Rectangular ## Footnote 40-85-2

Posting information or Regulations Book page 73

The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings: Diamond ## Footnote 40-85-3

Warn of danger Book page 73

# Safety Questions And Answers The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings: Crossbuck ## Footnote 40-85-6

Crossing of railroad tracks Page 74

The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings: Triangular ## Footnote 40-85-4

Drivers facing it should yield the right-of-way Book page 74

The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings: Octagonal ## Footnote 40-85-1

Stop Book page 73

The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings: Round ## Footnote 40-85-5

Railroad Book page 74

Carbon monoxide is a deadly poison when inhale in excessive amounts and is virtually impossible to detect because it is \_\_\_\_, ____ and \_\_\_\_\_ ## Footnote 40-94-A

colorless odorless tasteless Book page 76

What are the first symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning? (There is 3) ## Footnote 40-95

1. drowsiness 2. lightheadedness 3. headache Book page 76

What class license is needed to drive any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR ## Footnote 40-3-2

Class B Book page 52

Next to compliance, what is the driver's most important responsibility with respect to the hours of service regulations? ## Footnote 40-8

Driver to get rest during his off-duty period regardless of what time of day it is Book page 54

What are the signs of drowsiness ? (There is 6) ## Footnote 40-6

1. A person's eyes close involuntarily 2. head nods 3. yawns repeatedly 4. may have difficulty staying in his lane 5. might not remember driving the last few miles 6. may miss his exit Book page 53

# Safety Questions And Answers FMCSR's Part \_\_\_, "On duty time means all time from the time a driver begins to work or is required to be in readiness to work until the time the driver is relieved from work and all responsibility for performing work ## Footnote 40-9

395.2 Book page 54

What other factors must be taken into consideration when operating a vehicle? (4) ## Footnote 40-2

1. The condition of vehicle 2. Types of roads and road conditions 3. Light and weather conditions 4. His own mental and physical condition Book page 52

# Safety Questions And Answers What papers must the interstate driver have in his possession when on duty ? (6) ## Footnote 40-10

1. Commercial Driver's License 2. Driver log for current day plus previous 7 days 3. If hauling HM he must have 4. Documents showing what is in the load 5. HM paper requirements for identifying HM by Emergency Response Personnel 6. A signed DVIR if defects were noted and repaired Book page 55

How long must a Carrier keep on file a DVIR when defects have been noted ?

90 Days Book page 55

What should the driver do if a front tire fails suddenly? (4) ## Footnote 40-52

1. The driver should accelerate to stabilize the vehicle's front end 2. Reduce speed gradually 3. Concentrate on steering to keep control 4. avoid using the brakes page 66

The purpose of ____ is to help the driver maintain control during braking by avoiding wheel lock-up and an out-of-control skid. ## Footnote 40-61

ABS page 68

When reporting an emergency, a driver should report the "\_\_\_\_, \_\_\_\_and \_\_\_\_\_" of the incident, making sure his message is understood ## Footnote 40-82

Who What Where page 73

What causes the most accidents? ## Footnote 40-84

Human error page 73

What should a drvier do in order to hold a parked until in placed? To hold a parked vehicle, the driver should: (There is 2) ## Footnote 40-59

1. Apply the parking brakes 2. Place the transmission in a lower gear page 68

Will ABS prevent jackknifing ## Footnote 40-62

Yes, if the driver has adjusted his speed to the road conditions

# Pretrip At what psi should the low air warning come on (on the primary reservoir) ## Footnote 40-30-18-v

55 psi Page 61

# pretrip At what psi should all brakes apply ## Footnote 40-30-18-v

Between 45 and 20 psi page 61

# Stopping Distance Who recommends 1 second per 10 feet of vehicle length, with an additional second added if speed is over 40 mph ## Footnote 40-63

The CDL Driver's Manual Page 68

What happens to a driver if he is convicted of speeding 15 mph over the posted speed limit ## Footnote 40-28-B-1