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Question 1

Show me how you would check all the doors including cargo doors are secure

Answer 1

All doors must be closed

Locking levers for cargo doors are set in the recommended secure position.

Question 2

Show me how you would check for air leaks

Answer 2

Charge air tanks
Consult gauges for drops in air pressure
Walk around listening for any obvious leaks

Question 3

Tell me the main safety factors involved in loading the vehicle

Answer 3

Evenly distributed throughout the length of the vehicle so doesn’t affect control when driven
Mustn’t endanger other road users
Securely stowed within size and weight of vehicle
Secure so it doesn’t move or fall when cornering or braking

Question 4

Tell me how you’d check the condition of reflectors

Answer 4

Ensure they’re fitted, clean and functional

Not cracked or broken

Question 5

Tell me how you would check the windscreen and windows of the vehicle

Answer 5

Windows and windscreen must be clean, clear and free from defects
No mascots or stickers to restrict view

Question 6

Show me how you would check the condition of the mudguards on this vehicle

Answer 6

Part of daily walk around check

Ensure mudguards and spray suppression are secure and not broken

Question 7

Tell me how you would check you’re tyres to ensure they’re correctly inflated, have sufficient tread depth and general condition is safe to use on the road

Answer 7

Follow manufactures guide
Use appropriate equipment to check and adjust tyre pressure when the tyres are cold.
Tread depth must be at least 1mm across 3/4 of the breadth of the tread all the way round
No cuts/ cords hanging out/ bulges/ damage around the tyres

Question 8

Tell me how you would check the condition of the windscreen wipers on the vehicle

Answer 8

Windscreen wipers must operate

Blades in good condition

Question 9

Tell me how you would check the body is safe

Answer 9

Part of daily walk around check 
Fully roadworthy 
No significant defects 
No loose panels or items which could endanger others 
All inspection panels must be secure

Question 10

Show me how you would check the correct air pressure

Answer 10

Ensure gauges are reading correct pressures

All warning lights are extinguished and audible warning devices are not sounding

Question 11

Identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check the oil level is sufficient

Answer 11

Identify dip stick

Describe oil level against min and max markers

Question 12

Show me how you would check the wheel nuts are secure

Answer 12

Visual check
Identify if any nuts are loose
Check wheel nut indicators if fitted are in line

Question 13

Show me how you would check audible warning devices are working

Answer 13

Demonstrate use of control
Horn
Warning device
Reversing

Question 14

Tell me how you would check the condition of the suspension

Answer 14

Daily walk around check

Suspension should be checked for any signs of deterioration or damage

Question 15

Show me how you would check the brake lights are working

Answer 15

Operate break pedal

Use reflections or ask someone to help

Question 16

Identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check it’s correct

Answer 16

Identify min and max levels on header rank where fitted or radiator filler cap and describe how to top up to correct level

Question 17

Tell me how you would check the headlamps, sidelights and tail lights are working

Answer 17

Operate switch and walk around vehicle

May need to turn on ignition

Question 18

Show me how you would replace a tachograph disc on the vehicle

Answer 18

Demonstrate

Question 19

Tell me how you would check the loading mechanism on this vehicle

Answer 19

Tail lift

Question 20

Show me how you would check the power steering is working

Answer 20

Steering heavy then may not be working properly
2 indicators
1: turning hard just after moving off gives an immediate indication
2: slight pressure when engine starts will result in a slight movement as the system begins to operate

Question 21

Show me how you would check the direction indicators are working

Answer 21

Applying them and hazards

Check all functioning

Question 22

Identify where windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check

Answer 22

Identify and check

Question 23

Show me what instrument checks you would make before and after starting the vehicle

Answer 23

Gauges and warning systems are working

Ensure gauges are reading correctly and warning lights/ audible warning devices are extinguished before moving away

Question 24

Show me where first aid is

Answer 24

Above drivers seat

Question 25

Show me how you would clean the windscreen washer and wipers

Answer 25

Operate control

Question 26

Show me how you would set the windscreen de mister

Answer 26

Set all relevant controls

Engine doesn’t have to be on

Question 27

Show me how you would switch on rear fog lights

Answer 27

Check and explain use

When visibility is reduced…

Question 28

Show me how you’d switch from dipped to

Main beam

Answer 28

Operate switch

Check warning light