HGV practical driving tips Flashcards
What should you always adhere to when making a left turn?
Stick closer to the right-hand side
What should you do when making a right turn?
Stick closer to the left-hand side
What are the appropriate guiding lines for different types of turns?
- White line in the middle of the road (right-hand side)
- Kerb line
What is essential to check continuously while turning?
Mirrors to ensure the wheels do not hit the kerb, other vehicles or the head board doesn’t hit anything.
What should you do when turning right at a junction?
- Move forward until the right shoulder lines up with the junction
- Apply full lock to the right to complete the turn
What must you ensure before executing a left or right turn?
Visibility up the road you are turning into
What should you do if traffic prevents your turn?
Stop and wait until it is clear
What may result from failing to wait for clear traffic before turning?
Getting stuck or requiring other vehicles to adjust, leading to a test failure
What are chevrons on the ground used for?
Added space for your vehicle to go into
Why should you always use all the space within your lane when maneuvering?
- Prevent hitting other vehicles/obstacles
- Prevent your trailer from entering other lanes
What is a crucial action to take when performing any maneuver?
Always slow down
What is the opposite steering rule for reversing?
- Turning left: Steer right
- Turning right: Steer left
What is the first step in the HGV reversing test?
Begin reversing straight, then immediately turn right to initiate a left trailer turn
What should you do once the right-side trailer corner aligns with the floor line of the box?
Turn the steering wheel two full turns to the left to straighten
What technique should you use for precise maneuvering while reversing?
Use slow, small steering movements
What should you do if the trailer appears in one mirror and needs straightening?
Steer towards that mirror
What is the approach technique for single-lane roundabouts?
- Stay on the white line on approach
- Follow the kerb line while on the roundabout
- Indicate and align with the white line when exiting
What should you do when approaching multi-lane roundabouts?
- Approach on the white line
- Follow the white line on the outside of the lane while on the roundabout
- Indicate and use the full lane when exiting
When is splitting a roundabout or taking up both lanes allowed?
When the roundabout or turn is small and tight for the vehicle
What must you do before splitting the lane for a turn or roundabout?
Indicate as you cross the lane line
What should you do if chevrons are on the floor when entering a roundabout?
Make full use of them
What is essential to do during the entire roundabout maneuver?
Continuously check both mirrors
What does the acronym B.L.A.C.K stand for in the uncoupling process?
- Brake
- Legs
- Air
- Clip
- Kingpin
What is the first step in the re-coupling process?
Ensure the kingpin is engaged
