Wheelchairs

Question 1

What is a Class 1 invalid carriage?

Answer 1

A Class 1 invalid carriage is a type of manual wheelchair.

Question 2

What are Class 2 vehicles?

Answer 2

Class 2 vehicles are powered wheelchairs and scooters with an upper speed limit of 4 mph (6 km/h) designed for use on pavements.

Question 3

What are Class 3 vehicles?

Answer 3

Class 3 vehicles are powered wheelchairs and scooters with an upper speed limit of 8 mph (12 km/h) designed for use on both roads and pavements.

Question 4

What should you obey when on the road with a Class 3 vehicle?

Answer 4

You should obey the guidance and rules for other vehicles.

Question 5

What should you follow when on the pavement with a Class 2 or Class 3 vehicle?

Answer 5

You should follow the guidance and rules for pedestrians.

Question 7

Why should pavements be used?

Answer 7

Pavements are safer than roads and should be used when available.

Question 8

What should you prioritize on pavements?

Answer 8

You should give pedestrians priority and show consideration for other pavement users.

Question 9

Who should you particularly consider on pavements?

Answer 9

Consider those with a hearing or visual impairment who may not be aware that you are there.

Question 10

What is the maximum speed for powered wheelchairs and scooters on pavements?

Answer 10

Powered wheelchairs and scooters MUST NOT travel faster than 4 mph (6 km/h) on pavements or in pedestrian areas.

Question 11

What should you do if the pavement is too narrow?

Answer 11

You may need to reduce your speed to adjust to other pavement users who may not be able to move out of your way quickly enough.

Question 12

What should you do before moving off the pavement onto the road?

Answer 12

Always look round and make sure it’s safe to join the traffic.

Question 13

What is recommended when moving off the pavement?

Answer 13

Always try to use dropped kerbs when moving off the pavement, even if this means travelling further to locate one.

Question 14

How should you approach a kerb?

Answer 14

Always approach it at right angles and don’t try to negotiate a kerb higher than the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.

Question 15

What should you take care of when travelling on the road?

Answer 15

You should take care as you may be travelling more slowly than other traffic (your machine is restricted to 8 mph (12 km/h) and may be less visible).

Question 16

In which direction should Class 3 vehicles travel on the road?

Answer 16

Class 3 vehicles should travel in the direction of the traffic.

Question 17

What should Class 2 users do when a pavement is available?

Answer 17

Class 2 users should always use the pavement when it is available.

Question 18

What should Class 2 users do when there is no pavement?

Answer 18

You should use caution when on the road.

Question 19

How should Class 2 users travel when possible?

Answer 19

Class 2 users should, where possible, travel in the direction of the traffic.

Question 20

What must be used when travelling at night?

Answer 20

Lights MUST be used when travelling at night.

Question 21

How should you travel at night to avoid confusing other road users?

Answer 21

You should travel in the direction of the traffic.

Question 22

What must you follow when using lights, indicators, and horns on your vehicle?

Answer 22

You MUST follow the same rules as for other road vehicles, if your vehicle is fitted with them.

Question 23

When must lights be used?

Answer 23

At night, lights MUST be used.

Question 24

What should you be aware of regarding other road users?

Answer 24

Other road users may not see you, so you should make yourself more visible.

Question 25

How can you make yourself more visible during the day or at dusk?

Answer 25

By wearing a reflective jacket or reflective strips on the back of the vehicle.

Question 26

What should you do at road junctions when going straight ahead?

Answer 26

Check for vehicles crossing your path from the left, right, or overtaking you.

Question 27

What are the options for dealing with right turns from a major road?

Answer 27

You can either stop on the left-hand side and wait for a safe gap in traffic or negotiate the turn as a pedestrian.

Question 28

What should Class 3 users do when on pavements?

Answer 28

Switch the vehicle to the lower speed limit.

Question 29

What should you consider if the junction is too hazardous?

Answer 29

Consider an alternative route.

Question 30

What is a safer option when negotiating major roundabouts?

Answer 30

Use the pavement or find a route that avoids the roundabout altogether.

Question 32

What should be observed regarding parking restrictions?

Answer 32

All normal parking restrictions should be observed.

Question 33

What should you do if your vehicle causes an obstruction?

Answer 33

Your vehicle should not be left unattended if it causes an obstruction to other pedestrians, especially those in wheelchairs.

Question 34

What parking concessions apply to vehicles with a Blue Badge?

Answer 34

Parking concessions provided under the Blue Badge scheme will apply to those vehicles displaying a valid badge.

Question 35

Where must vehicles with a Blue Badge not be used?

Answer 35

These vehicles MUST NOT be used on motorways.

Question 36

What is the speed limit for using Blue Badge vehicles on unrestricted dual carriageways?

Answer 36

They should not be used on unrestricted dual carriageways where the speed limit exceeds 50 mph (80 km/h).

Question 37

What is required if Blue Badge vehicles are used on dual carriageways exceeding 50 mph?

Answer 37

If they are used on these dual carriageways, they MUST have a flashing amber beacon.

Question 38

When should a flashing amber beacon be used?

Answer 38

A flashing amber beacon should be used on all other dual carriageways.

Question 39

What laws govern the use of Blue Badge vehicles?

Answer 39

Laws RTRA sect 17(2) & (3), & RVLR reg 17(1) & 26.