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  1. You're approaching a green traffic light and are going straight ahead. What should you do when the traffic ahead, beyond the junction, has stopped and is queuing?

    • Go forward if your vehicle will clear the junctionRight answer
    • Drive slowly across the junction
    • Maintain your speed and sound your horn
    • Stop across the junction until the traffic clears

    Look well ahead and plan your approach to all junctions. Even if the traffic lights are green, do not go forward if queuing traffic will cause you to block the junction. Be aware of the length of your vehicle and how much space it needs to clear the junction.

  2. What rules apply to the wearing of seat belts fitted to your lorry?

    • It's not advisable
    • It's advisable
    • It's required by lawRight answer
    • It's not required by law

    If seat belts are fitted to your lorry, you must wear them. Exemptions are allowed for holders of medical exemption certificates and for delivery drivers when travelling less than 50 metres (162 feet).

  3. You're driving this lorry and are waiting to turn right. What should you do just before turning?

    • Cancel your signal
    • Check your left-hand mirror and blind spot
    • Wave out the green car (arrowed)
    • Check your right-hand mirror and blind spotRight answer

    Always make a final check in your mirrors and check your blind spots before you turn. Another driver or a motorcyclist may have committed themselves to overtaking traffic behind you before realising you intend to turn.

  4. What will you have to deal with when you're driving at night?

    • Headlight dazzleRight answer
    • Other drivers speeding
    • Cold weather conditions
    • Dazzle from shop windows

    At night, the headlights of oncoming traffic can dazzle you, reducing how much you can see of the road ahead. Reduce your speed so that you can safely respond to any situation that may arise and make sure you've dipped your headlights.

  5. You're driving a lorry in a busy town. A driver pulls out in front of you and you have to brake hard. What should you do?

    • Overtake as quickly as possible
    • Stay calm and accept the errorRight answer
    • Flash your lights to show your annoyance
    • Sound your horn and speed up

    Some drivers might emerge from a junction when it's not safe to do so. In this situation, understand that other drivers might make mistakes. Do not intimidate them by driving aggressively to teach them a lesson.

  6. Your lorry is fitted with a driver's seat belt. When may you drive without wearing it?

    • When you're making deliveries that are less than 50 metres apartRight answer
    • When you're towing at less than 50 mph
    • When you're working less than 50 hours in a week
    • When you're less than 50 miles away from your depot

    It's compulsory for drivers and passengers to wear seat belts. However, if you're making deliveries that are less than 50 metres apart, you may leave the seat belt undone. It would be impractical to keep fastening and unfastening your seat belt over such short distances.

  7. You've been issued with protective clothing. Who's responsible for its use?

    • You, the driverRight answer
    • The insurance company
    • The Health and Safety Executive
    • Your employer

    Protective clothing will usually be provided by your company. However, it's your responsibility to make sure that you use it properly.

  8. You're driving on a motorway. What does it mean when a lorry ahead of you switches on its hazard warning lights?

    • There are speed cameras ahead
    • The lorry is about to overtake
    • The lorry is leaving the motorway
    • Traffic further ahead may be stoppingRight answer

    When someone ahead of you switches on their hazard warning lights, it means that they've spotted a hazard that you may not be able to see yet. Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

  9. What should you do if you lose your way in heavy traffic?

    • Stop at traffic lights and ask pedestrians
    • Shout to other drivers to ask them the way
    • Drive on until you find a safe place to stopRight answer
    • Check a map as you keep moving with the traffic

    Driving in heavy traffic needs 100% concentration. If you become lost, find a safe place to stop before checking a map or asking for directions. Do not risk losing concentration by glancing at a map while driving, even if you're in traffic that keeps stopping.

  10. Where are you most likely to find pedestrians stepping into the road?

    • Motorways
    • One-way streets
    • Wooded areas
    • Shopping areasRight answer

    In shopping areas, pedestrians frequently want to cross the road. They may be hidden by parked vehicles before stepping out into your path. Keep your speed down and be aware of the risk of pedestrians suddenly walking into the road.

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