Leaving The Vehicle Flashcards
When should you use your mirrors
Before opening your door
Where are you allowed to park a long, rigid vehicle
At a service area
When should you use hazard warning lights
When approaching queuing traffic on a motorway
Youre the driver of a fuel tanker. What danger should you be aware of when opening the tank hatches
Slippery walkways
What should you do before leaving your vehicle parked on a public road
Switch off the engine
Youre working on the platform of a flat-bed lorry. Whats the safest way to get down to the ground
Use a suitable set of step
Youve just parked a lorry on the side of the road. What should you do just before dismounting from the cab
Check the rear-view mirrors
What must you do before you leave your vehicle
Apply the parking brake
What should you consider having on your vehicle to combat theft
Roof Markings
What do you need to consider when transporting a high value cargo of cigarettes
There’ll be a risk of theft or hijack
What should you be careful of when stopping on the left in a busy place
Your nearside mirror doesnt strike the head of a pedestrian
Which of the following is important when youre getting out of a lorry cab
Using the mirrors
What should you be aware of before opening your cab door
Vehicles passing near the door
Where should you park a semi-trailer if you plan to leave it unattended
In a lorry park
Whats the best way to lift a heavy object
Have a stable position
