Restricted view questions LGV theory test

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  1. Your lorry has a mirror to show the area immediately in front of the vehicle. When should you use this mirror?

    • Before moving offRight answer
    • Before you change lane on a motorway
    • While you're reversing
    • Before getting out of the cab

    From your raised driving position, you may not be able to see the area directly in front you. The Class VI (Cyclops) mirror on the front of your vehicle can reveal pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists who would otherwise be hidden from view. Check this mirror carefully before moving off, especially at pedestrian crossings and in stop/start city traffic.

  2. You’re driving your lorry through a busy area and you’ve stopped at a pedestrian crossing. What should you do before you move off?

    • Check the Class VI mirror on the front of your lorryRight answer
    • Wave any remaining pedestrians across the road
    • Ease forward onto the crossing to check that it’s clear
    • Rev your engine

    Be aware that cyclists and pedestrians could be hidden from view when you’re in slow-moving traffic or at pedestrian crossings. The Class VI (Cyclops) mirror on the front of your vehicle shows the area directly in front of you. Use this mirror to check that no-one is in front of your vehicle before you start to move.

  3. Some lorries have an extra mirror angled down towards the nearside front wheel. What's this mirror especially useful for?

    • Overtaking
    • ParkingRight answer
    • Checking your trailer
    • Turning right

    Sitting in a high cab does not always give you all-round visibility. Other road users might assume that you can see them and position themselves out of sight close to your vehicle. Making good use of any extra mirrors can help prevent dangerous incidents, especially when parking.

  4. What should you look for when choosing a site to park your trailer?

    • The site should be levelRight answer
    • The site should be made of concrete
    • The site should be sheltered
    • The site should have marked parking bays

    Check that the ground is firm and level before you uncouple the trailer. If you need to, place a heavy plank under the legs to distribute the weight and stop the legs sinking into the ground. Do not park illegally. Make sure that your unattended trailer’s not blocking access for others.

  5. You're behind a parked car. What should you do when you're about to move off?

    • Start to signal when you've started moving
    • Move off when there's no oncoming traffic
    • Check the blind spots before you start movingRight answer
    • Only use your mirrors after you've started moving

    Because the body of your vehicle is designed to take loads, your view around it will be restricted. Take extra care to look well out of the window to check the blind spots. Do not forget to check all the mirrors. Check ahead and signal, if necessary, before moving off.

  6. You’re driving a lorry. Why do you need to take extra care when turning left at this junction?

    • There are no bollards in the middle of the road
    • It's a closed junction
    • There's a motorcycle on the leftRight answer
    • There's a grass verge on the left

    Make sure that you signal in good time, so that the motorcyclist behind you knows your intention. You may have to position yourself wide in order to negotiate the junction. Be aware that the motorcyclist may see this as an opportunity to filter through on your nearside. Check your left-hand mirror carefully before you start to turn.

  7. You're driving this lorry (arrowed). What should you do about the emergency vehicle that's trying to emerge from the side road?

    • Brake hard to a stop and wave it out
    • Brake smoothly and allow it to emergeRight answer
    • Drive on; you're on the major road
    • Turn left to give it a clear view

    Good forward planning will allow you to deal safely with this situation. You need to assess how your actions will affect other road users. Acting on impulse can have disastrous consequences.

  8. What should you do when you're unable to see clearly while you're reversing into a loading bay?

    • Get someone to guide you into the bayRight answer
    • Use an audible warning signal while reversing
    • Reverse into the bay until your bumper touches the end wall
    • Open your door and lean well out while reversing

    Do not take chances when reversing in a confined space. It's too easy to crush or kill someone without knowing they're in danger. If in doubt, get help from a reliable person.

  9. This lorry is turning right from the side road. What should the driver be especially aware of?

    • The motorcyclist from the right passing the parked vanRight answer
    • The vehicles coming from the left along the main road
    • The pedestrians on the footpath by the main road
    • The vehicles behind on the minor road

    Parked vehicles near junctions can hide smaller road users such as cyclists and motorcyclists. Double-check before emerging with a large vehicle. If in doubt, move forward slowly into a position where you can safely have another look.

  10. You're parking your lorry at night. Where must you use parking lights?

    • On the roadRight answer
    • In a motorway service area
    • In a factory entrance
    • In dock-authority areas

    Goods vehicles exceeding 2,500 kg laden weight must always have their parking lights switched on when they're parked on the road at night. This includes parking in lay-bys: other drivers entering the lay-by must be able to see the vehicle.

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