HGV Driver Theory Assessment

1.What is the national speed limit for an HGV over 7.5t on a single carriageway?

40 mph50 mph60 mph70 mph

2.When should mirrors be checked while driving an HGV?

Only when changing lanesEvery few minutes and before any manoeuvreOnly at junctionsOnly when braking

3.What should you do if a warning light appears while driving?

Ignore it if the vehicle feels normalStop when convenient and report the defectContinue to destination and report laterReset the ignition

4.What is the maximum daily driving time permitted?

8 hours9 hours (10 hours twice a week)10 hours11 hours

5.After 4.5 hours of driving, what break is required?

15 minutes30 minutes45 minutesNo break required

6.When should a tachograph mode be changed to “other work”?

During rest periodsWhen loading/unloadingWhen drivingWhen parked

7.What should you do if your tachograph malfunctions?

Continue driving without recordingRecord activities manually and report immediatelyIgnore it until the end of the shiftRemove the card

8.What should you do if you find a defect during daily checks?

Drive carefully and report laterRecord and report before useIgnore minor defectsRepair it yourself

9.What is the minimum tread depth for HGV tyres?

1.0 mm1.6 mm2.0 mm3.0 mm

10.Who is responsible for ensuring the vehicle is roadworthy?

The transport manager onlyThe employer onlyThe driverThe DVSA

11.Why is load security important?

To prevent vehicle damageTo avoid delaysTo prevent injury and accidentsAll of the above

12.When should load restraints be checked?

Before departure onlyDuring the journey where safeAt delivery point onlyThey do not need checking

13.Who is responsible for refusing an unsafe load?

The loaderThe clientThe driverNobody

14.What should you do when approaching vulnerable road users?

Sound the hornGive extra space and timeMaintain speedFlash headlights

15.What is the correct action if you feel fatigued while driving?

Open a windowDrink caffeineStop safely and take a breakContinue to destination

16.What should you do if you are running late or delayed?

Ignore itInform the agency/client as soon as possibleSpeed upCancel the job

17.What should you do if asked to do work outside your competence?

Attempt it carefullyRefuse and inform LogiStaffAsk another driverIgnore the request

18.Can prescribed medication affect your fitness to drive?

YesNo

19.What should you do if prescribed medication may affect your driving?

Continue as normalInform LogiStaff before workingStop medicationIgnore the warning