The Other Test Flashcards
(161 cards)
1
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When is the worst time to drive?
A
12 - 6 am
2
Q
How often should a person take a break from driving?
A
15 mins every two
3
Q
What is the distance that a driving licence should be read from?
A
20 meters
4
Q
What is the height below which a baby seat has to be used?
A
1.35 meters
5
Q
Hotel in high street that can be accessed?
A
Abode
6
Q
What is the fine for refusing to accept a wheelchair user?
A
£1000
7
Q
Name one of the acts mentioned in the buff?
A
Equality Act 2010
8
Q
Does a driver have to help someone in a wheelchair?
A
No, as long as they have a medical exemption form?
9
Q
What should a vision impaired passenger be asked?
A
How they can be helped, don’t presume
10
Q
What should a visually impaired person be told about the vehicle?
A
What type it is and which direction it is facing
11
Q
How can a visually impaired person be helped into the vehicle
A
Put arm out to handle and let passenger slid hand down arm to it
Help them with their seat belt
12
Q
How should passengers change be given to someone who is visually impaired?
A
Counted into their hands
13
Q
Which side should the driver walk when with a blind person and their dog?
A
On the right
14
Q
Where does the dog sit in the car?
A
Dog well in between passengers legs
15
Q
When the disability dog is in the car should the driver do anything else?
A
Push seat forward
16
Q
If the dog is in the front, what should the driver do?
A
Make sure the dog is lying down because of the airbag?
17
Q
Who will pay for an on the spot Mot?
A
The council
18
Q
What was the test case for the fit and proper law?
A
McCool vs Rushcliffe Council 1998
19
Q
What is the main question asked when considering fit and proper?
A
Would you let this person drive a member of your family
20
Q
What happens if driver appeals to a magistrate and loses?
A
CC will try and retrieve costs
21
Q
Where will licensing appeals take place?
A
Magistrates Court
22
Q
What does NR3 stand for?
A
National register of taxi license refusals and revocations
23
Q
How long is info retained for?
A
25 years
24
Q
Can cameras be installed in vehicles?
A
Yes
Info Commissioner Officer
Surveillance Camera Commissioner discretion
25
What does taxi and private licensing cover?
Services provided for commercial gain
26
What does licensing not cover?
Incidental part of another service, eg cars provided by hotels
27
How much nitrogen doe’s local traffic account for?
80%
28
Which vehicles produce the majority of local air pollution?
Vehicles older than 2016
29
When are zero emissions aimed for?
2030
30
Letg
Low emission taxi guide
Dft Road to Zero
31
Hev
Hybrid Electric Vehicle
32
Phev
Plugin Hybrid
33
When will euro 6 petrol diesels be licensed until?
1 August 2030
34
How long will ev’s be licensed for?
7 years and then yearly until 10 years have passed
35
When will BEV’s be the only vehicle licensed?
1 April 2030
36
How often do declarations have to be submitted?
Six monthly
DBS
Medical
Traffic violations
37
When should the meter be started?
When passenger is seated
38
Can a driver charge more than the meter?
Yes if agreed with the passenger
39
When was the disability act introduced?
Disability Discrimination Act 1995
40
How many district councils are there in Kent?
12 & 1 unitary authority
41
What is the population size of Canterbury?
158K
42
What is rough geographical size of Canterbury council authority?
31 056 hectares
43
What are the coastal towns within CC authority?
Herne Bay
Whitstable
44
How many universities does it have and how many urban areas?
Four
Three
45
What is the compelled distance?
7 miles beyond boundaries
46
LO
BSO
Licensing Officer
Business Support Officer
47
How long can an Enforcement Officer suspend an officer?
When does it start?
One month
Or until a specific event
After 21 days notice period?
48
Who makes up the taxi and PH licensing?
Institute of Licensing Guidance
49
What are some of the things in a declaration?
Conviction of Criminal Offence
Caution of Criminal Offence
Community resolution
50
What is the case law for suspension/revocation?
What was the result of this case law?
Singh and Pawlowski
Can’t suspend a licence pending investigation
Can’t revoke license following suspension for same matter
51
For how many years can a driving license be issued for?
1,2,3 years
52
For how long must a driver have held a driving license for?
24 months
53
For how long a period should the drivers documents go back for, eg for home address?
5 years
54
What is the maximum age of a vehicle to be licensed?
Two years
55
SODA
Senior officer with delegated authority
56
Foreign born, how long is the required DBS history in this country required for?
Five years
57
What is held every three months?
Licensing Sub Committee’s meetings
58
What is the pass rate of the Knowledge test?
80%
59
What is the pass rate of the Knowledge test?
80%
60
Who approved national standards in the taxi and PH world?
Secretary of State
61
How many badges is a new driver given?
Two
Lanyard & dash board
62
Who is an appeal made to?
Soda
Licensing Chairman
Magistrate
63
How long is an operators license given for and when should it be renewed?
1 to 5 years
One month before expiry
64
How long is a DBS valid for?
Six months
65
How often is a medical certificate required for and when should it be completed by?
Every three years
After 70 every year
14 days before expiry
66
How often does an Operator have to have a DBS check?
How long before expiry does it have to be renewed?
Every 12 months
3 months
67
What are Operator fee’s calculated?
Pro rata
Number of vehicles
68
How often do Operators have to declare to be ‘fit and proper’
Every six months
69
How often do Operators have to declare to be ‘fit and proper’
Every six months
70
What do Operators have to protect?
Information that they collect
71
Are adverts allowed in vehicles?
Only one’s showing prohibitions
72
Where is signage allowed?
Rear windows only
73
What colour PHV are allowed?
Red and white
Other colours have to be approved
74
Can windows be tinted?
No restrictions in passenger windows
Windscreen and front windows to manufacture specifications
75
Are PH vehicles allowed to become Taxi’s?
Yes
76
Are PH vehicles allowed to become Taxi’s?
Yes
77
Who judges whether adverts are allowed?
Head of Neighbourhood Safety
78
Where are adverts allowed?
None on windows / glass panelling
79
On what occasions are flags allowed & what size should the be?
At international sporting events, eg cup finals
300mm X 450mm
80
What can’t be displayed on vehicles?
Political parties
81
How soon does after a transfer of ownership of a vehicle takes place does the council have to be informed?
14 days
82
How soon after a vehicle is sold do the plates have to be returned to the council?
14 days
83
What’s the maximum a limousine can carry?
8 people
84
How long can a limousine be licensed for?
7 years
85
Does a limousine have to be left or right sized?
It can be either
86
What must limousine drivers have with them at all times?
Disability training certificate
87
What are limousine drivers not allowed to sell?
Alcohol
88
What glassware is allowed in a limousine?
Shatterproof glass
Polycarbonate
89
At what age is somebody allowed to hire a limousine?
18
Unless accompanied by an adult
90
Do limousine passengers have any seat belt exemptions?
Weddings
Funerals?
91
Do motors bikes have an age licensing limit?
No
92
What must motorbike drivers offer their passengers?
Hygienic inserts
Protective clothing
Intercom system
93
Can motor bikes drivers carry under 16’s?
Yes
Must have written consent
Passenger must be able to reach door rests and grab handles
94
How long does a motor bike driver hold a license for and for which size engine?
> five years
750CC
95
How much driving experience does a motor bike driver have to have?
100 days per year or 1K hours
96
For what ages do passengers have to have a child seat?
12 months & no air bag near them
97
For what ages do passengers have to have a child seat?
12 months & no air bag near them
98
Passengers between which ages have to sit in the back of a vehicle?
1 to 14 in the rear
99
Can anybody else drive a phv or taxi for pleasure?
No
100
What must have a vehicle car in it?
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Spare wheel
Tyre repair fluid
Fluorescent vests
Warning triangle
Spare bulbs
101
What has to be written on these items?
Vehicles registration
102
How soon does a lost or stolen plate have to be reported to the council?
ASAP
Within 24 hours
103
Can the council force a driver to take an alcohol test?
No but you can be reported to the police
104
What tyres are not allowed?
Remoulds
105
What must be carried at all times?
Log book
106
When should the log book be updated?
After an Mot
Insurance documents
107
How soon after requested does a driver have to produce their documents?
Seven days
108
Within their area can a driver charge more than the metered fare?
No
They can accept less
109
What does a taxi have to do for pre booked outside of their area?
Fare estimate in advance
Record of fare & journey kept
Not required for pre booked inside area
110
What can a driver not wear?
Non tailored shorts
Sleeveless vests
Tracksuits
111
When does a driver have to notify the council with a change of employment contract and a change of address?
14 days
7 days
112
If given a fixed penalty notice and if bailed by the police, how soon does the council have to be notified?
48 hours
113
When does lost property have to be handed in?
Police station with 24 hours
114
If a driver has had issues with drugs or alcohol what do they need to do?
Enhanced medical examination
115
If unfit to drive when does the CC need to be informed?
Within 2 days
116
Passengers with disabilities should be informed of what?
They are familiar with safety equipment
117
What direction should the restraint system be facing and what should they never be attached to?
Never forward
The wheels
118
Should the restraints be on or off before the journey starts?
Off
119
Do the disabled have to wear seat belts?
Yes
Unless they have a medical exemption certificate
120
How long is the vehicle plate issued for, when does it have to be renewed and what has to be produced?
12 months
In month before expiry
Valid insurance & test certificate
121
If selling vehicle does the driver get a refund on their license?
More than six months = 50% of fee
122
When do euro five diesels / petrols have an age exemption and until when?
If they are wheelchair accessible
2030
123
How long are battery EV’s licensed for?
7 years
Then yearly until 10 years
124
When do all new vehicle licenses have all to be EV’s?
2026
125
How long can an engine run while vehicle is stationary on a rank?
60 seconds
126
Do new vehicles need a Mot?
Not within the first year unless involved in an accident
127
Which vehicles have a maximum of seven year licence?
Renault Scenic
Citroen Picasso
VW Touran
128
Are there exemptions to vehicles having tinted windows?
Airport collection services
Private Business Hire
129
Are there exemptions to vehicles having tinted windows?
Airport collection services
Private Business Hire
130
How often are Mot’s required?
Twice yearly
131
How soon does damage need to be reported?
ASAP
Within 48 hours & damage has to be reported to the council
132
What is the standard colour for taxis?
Black
Silver
If different a decision will be made with 24 hours - photo required.
133
Which vehicles have a 10 year license
Vito’s
Peugeots E7
VW Transporter
134
What does a taxi have to display?
Chequered squares along both sides of vehicle
135
What size does it have to be?
25mm by 25mm
136
What does plates mean?
Internal licence plate
Internal sticker
External hard plastic plate
137
What advert is a proprietor allowed to have and where should they be placed?
What should their size be?
Business name
Phone number
Front panel doors
150mm X 75mm
138
If bailed by the police how soon does the CC need to be informed?
139
What is DfT?
Road to zero
140
When will existing Euro 5 vehicles be licensed until?
2024
141
When will all new licensed vehicles have to be plug in hybrid?
2026 1 August
142
What must drivers not turn off?
Stop start technology
143
Which act made provision for wheelchair users and guide dogs?
Equality Act
144
If there is an issue with the DBS what happens?
It is referred to the Soda or Licensing Sub Committee
145
How many times can the applicant take the test in 12 months
4
146
When must an operator renew their license?
One month before expiry
147
Drivers DBS every…
Operators DBS every….
Six months
12 months
148
How often do drivers & operators have to declare to be for and proper?
Six months
149
How often do drivers & operators have to declare to be for and proper?
Six months
150
Vehicle plate issued for …. Application for renew is ….
12 months
1 month
151
Do London cabs have to have the chequered squares?
No
25 by 25mm
Three rows
152
Taxi signs must comply with…..
Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations 1989.
153
Taxi roof signage size….
14 inches length
4.5 inches height
154
How often do motorcycles have to be Mot’d?
Six monthly even from new
155
How long can a motorcycle be licensed for?
Maximum seven years
156
Is there a minimum age limit for motorcycles?
No
157
A taxi phv is considered a place of work, can the driver ever smoke in the vehicle?
No
158
Production of documents for drivers & operators within….
Seven days
159
Change of address, CC has to be notified within….
Seven days
160
Loss of a badge has to be reported in….
24 hours
161
How long has a drive have to appeal against an exemption not being granted?
28 days
