Traffic Flashcards

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What is the definition of a road according to the Road Rules 2014?

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An area open to and used by the public and is developed for, or has as one of its main uses, the driving and riding of motor vehicles

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According to the Road Rules 2014 what is the definition of a motor vehicle?

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A vehicle (other than a bicycle) that is built to be propelled by a motor that forms part of the vehicle

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According to the Road Rules 2014 what is the definition of a trailer

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A vehicle that is built to be towed, or is towed, by a motor vehicle, but does not include a motor vehicle that is being towed

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When can a driver turn left/right at an intersection other than as indicated by a turn line?

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Vehicle is longer than 7.5m
Vehicle displays “do not overtake turning vehicle” sign
Driver cannot make turn safely from appropriate lane
Impracticable for turn to be done from marked lane
Obstruction in marked lane

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5
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List 5 special category drivers

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Learner or provisional
Learner or provisional licence expired
Any driver with licences expired more than 6 months
Driver of coach or public passenger vehicle
Driver of vehicle carrying dangerous goods
Driver of heavy vehicle over 13.9tonnes

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6
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To enter or leave a road, what is the permitted distance a driver can drive in a tram/bus lane?

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100m

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7
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List the circumstances when you cannot breath test a driver

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When they have been admitted to hospital unless medical practitioner does not object

If it appears to the police officer that it would be dangerous to the person to do so due to a medical condition

Any time after 2 hours after the event

At the persons place of abode

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What vehicle can a class R rider drive?

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A motor bike or trike other than a motor trike that has a body type commonly known as or similar to
A sedan
Station wagon
Coupe
Convertible
Roadster
Utility
Tray top
Or van
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9
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Under the Law Enforcement Powers and Responsibilities Act 2002, for the purpose of authorising a road block, who is a senior officer?

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A local area commander
Duty officer
Any other police officer of the rank of inspector or above

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10
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What vehicles can the holder of a MR licence drive?

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Any vehicle with two axles and a GVM greater than 8 tonnes
They can tow a single trailer with a GVM not exceeding 9 tonnes
Can tow a car carrier or horse float
Any vehicle in a lower class except R

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11
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List the proofs of manner dangerous

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Driver 
Vehicle
Road/road related area
Drive furiously/recklessly
In a speed or manner dangerous to the public
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12
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List 5 exemptions to not wearing a seatbelt

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A driver reversing a vehicle

They are providing or receiving medical treatment of an urgent and necessary nature

Seating position is not fitted with a seatbelt and there is no requirement for that position to be fitted with a seatbelt

A person engaged in door to door delivery or collection of goods or the collection of waste or garbage and is required to get out of the vehicle at frequent intervals and vehicle is not travelling more than 25km/hr

A truck or bus that has a sleeper compartment for a two up driver of the vehicle and the person is occupying the compartment for the purposes of rest

The person is carrying a medical certificate that states a medical practitioner believes the person should not wear a seatbelt because of a medical condition and they are complying with certificate

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13
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List 5 exemptions to not holding a licence

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Interstate or international drivers 
with a licence for same class of vehicle 

Driver of light rail vehicle

Driver of golf and green keeping vehicles if the vehicle is being used in the course of a game of golf

Driver of a vehicle weighing not more than 250kgs unladen and is constructed and used solely for the purposes of cutting grass

Vehicle specifically constructed to be used for the conveyance of a person with a disability that significantly impairs their mobility and is not capable of travelling more than 10km/hr

Driver of a pedal cycle that has one or more auxiliary motors with maximum power output of not more than 200 watts

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14
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List 5 exemptions for registration

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Vehicles on tow trucks

Vehicle temporarily in NSW and registered in another state or territory

Vehicles that are being inspected and driven by an authorised vehicle examiner

Vehicle weighing not more than 250kgs unladen that is constructed and used solely for the purposes of cutting grass

Vehicle that is fitted with equipment to fight rural fires or carry fire personnel to fight rural fires and fitted with a station plate

A pedal cycle to which is attached one or more auxiliary motors with a maximum power output of not more than 200 watts

A vehicle specifically designed for the conveyance of a disabled person and that disability significantly impairs their mobility and the vehicle does not travel more than 10km/hr

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15
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When does an interstate vehicle become unregistered in NSW?

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Registered in another state and it’s it no longer temporality garaged in NSW
Registered in another state but rego is expired or cancelled
Not displaying rego label or sticker
No number plates affixed to the vehicle

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16
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List the conditions for a trailer from Victoria to be exempt from registration in NSW

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Is being towed by a motor vehicle registered in Victoria
Is exempt from rego in Victoria
Is not used in the course of a trade
Weighs less than 200kgs unladen
Has width not exceeding the width of motor vehicle towing it
Is of a length including draw bar and load not exceeding 3m

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17
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What is a class A vehicle

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A motor vehicle with a GVM not exceeding 4.5 tonnes or a motor vehicle and trailer combination with a GCM not exceeding 4.5 tonnes

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What is a class B vehicle

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A motor vehicle with a GVM greater than 4.5 tonnes but less than 12 tonnes or a motor vehicle and trailer combination with a GCM exceeding 4.5 tonnes but not exceeding 12 tonnes

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What is a class C vehicle

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A motor vehicle with a GVM exceeding 12 tonnes or a motor vehicle and trailer combination with a GCM exceeding 12 tonnes

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20
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What is the definition of a road related area according to the Road Rules 2014

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An area that divides a road
A shoulder of a road
A footpath or nature strip adjacent to a road
An area open to and used by the public and designed for the use of cyclists or animals
An area open to and used by the public for the driving, riding and parking of vehicles
Any other area open to and used by the public that has been declared under section 18 to be an area to which specific provisions of this Act and statutory rules apply

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21
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What is the definition of a driver according to Road Rules 2014

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Any person driving the vehicle and includes a person riding a vehicle

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22
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List the proofs of dangerous driving occasioning death/GBH

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Driver
Vehicle
Involved in an impact
Occasioned death/GBH
And at the time of impact was under the indulge of intoxicating liquor or a drug
Was at a speed dangerous or a manner dangerous

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23
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List the circumstances of aggravation under section 52A of the Crimes Act 1900

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Prescribed concentration of alcohol present in blood or breath
Speed is greater than 45km/hr over the posted speed limit
Driving the vehicle to escape police
Substantially impaired by being under the influence of drugs

24
Q

Who can be breath tested

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Person is or was occupying the drivers seat of a vehicle on a road or road related area
Person is or was occupying the driver seat and attempting to out the vehicle into motion
Holder of applicable licence and seated next to a learner driver while the vehicle is or was on a road

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Q

What can the holder of a HC licence drive

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A prime mover with a single semi trailer attached plus any unladen convertor dolly
A rigid motor vehicle to which is attached a trailer with a GVM greater than 9 tonnes 
Any vehicles in lower class except R
26
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What can the holder of a class LR licence drive

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A vehicle with a GVM greater than 4.5 tonnes but less than 8 tonnes
A vehicle that seats more than 12 adults including the driver but does not exceed GVM of 8 tonnes
May tow a trailer with a GVM not exceeding 9 tonnes
Any vehicles in a lower class except R

27
Q

What conditions must occur for a police officer to be exempt from a provision of the Road Rules according to rule 305

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Must be taking reasonable care
It is reasonable that the provision should not apply
Motor vehicle is moving and displaying red or blue flashing lights or sounding an alarm

28
Q

A driver stoping on a crest or curve outside a built up area must ensure what?

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That they are visible for a distance of 100m for all oncoming traffic and traffic in the same direction unless permitted by a parking control sign

29
Q

What are the dimensions of a rigid truck

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Length 12.5m
Width 2.5m
Height 4.3m

30
Q

What are the dimensions of all articulated vehicles

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Length 19m
Width 2.5m
Height 4.3m

31
Q

What are the dimensions of a road train

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Length 53.5m
Width 2.5m
Height 4.3m unless carrying livestock then height can be 4.6m

32
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What are the dimensions of a B-double

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Length 25m
Width 2.5m
Height 4.3m unless carrying livestock than can be 4.6m

33
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What are the dimensions of a special purpose vehicle

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Length 14.5m
Width 3.5m
Height 4.3m

34
Q

List 5 circumstances in which police can suspend licences under section 224 Road Transport Act

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Murder or manslaughter 
Mid range PCA
High range PCA
Refuse breath analysis 
Exceed speed over 45km/hr (6months)
35
Q

When can police seize number plates for a non serious offence

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Registration is expired more than 15 days at time of seizure
Registration cancelled
Vehicle has been used in contravention of the statutory rules

36
Q

List 5 novice range drivers

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Learner or provisional
Learner or provisional application refused
Learner or provisional licence suspended
Learner or provisional licence cancelled
Learner or provisional license disqualified

37
Q

What are the maximum working hours in a 7 day period for drivers of heavy vehicles

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72 hours

38
Q

When must a driver carry a work diary

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When driving a fatigue regulated heavy vehicle (over 12 tonnes GVM) under BFM or AFM hours

When engaged in 100km or more work

Was engaged in 100km or more work in the last 28 days

39
Q

When should a traffic infringement not be issued

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A fatal collision
Offence is not in the fixed penalty notice handbook
Injury collision that involves a negative blood test and you cannot complete inquiries within 3 calendar months
Other cases when you cannot complete inquiries within 1 calendar month
Children under 16 years of age involved
Actions of the driver are brought to your notice (non collision)
Driver of ambulance or fire vehicle on urgent duty who commits an offence
Driver of police vehicle on urgent duty

40
Q

What can a learner rider drive

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An motorcycle listed in the publication “approved motor cycles for novice riders”
A vehicle with engine capacity not greater than 660mls and a power to weight ratio not greater than 150 kw/tonne

41
Q

When is it unlawful to perform a u-turn

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At a break or diving strip where there is a “no u-turn sign”

On a length of road where there is a “no u-turn” sign

At an intersection with traffic lights unless there is a “u-turn permitted” sign

Where there is a “no right turn” sign displayed

If the vehicle does not give way to other vehicles and pedestrians

On a stretch of road with unbroken dividing lines

42
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What is the maximum stationary rest period for the solo driver of a heavy vehicle in a 24 hour period

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7 hours

43
Q

What is a heavy vehicle

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Any vehicle that has a GVM exceeding 4.5 tonnes
Any combination having a GCM exceeding 4.5 tonnes
Any combination that includes a vehicle with a GVM that exceeds 4.5 tonnes

44
Q

How long can a heavy vehicle park on a built up area

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1 hour

45
Q

When can you proceed through a children’s crossing

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When there are no pedestrians in or on the crossing and

When the holder of the stop sign is no longer displaying sign towards the driver and is off the crossing

46
Q

List 5 times police can seize vehicles

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When it was used in an aggravated burnout
Driver knowingly took part in a street race
Driver is owner and exceeded speed limit by more than 45km/hr
When police have number plate production notice
When police have vehicle production notice
Vehicle was involved in a police pursuit

47
Q

What can a leaner driver tow

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Cannot tow any vehicle on a road or road related area. Cannot occupy drivers seat of a vehicle that is being towed

48
Q

What can a provisional driver tow

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A trailer that does not weigh more than 250kgs unladen

49
Q

What are the proofs for menacing driving

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Driver
Motor vehicle
Road/road related area
Drive in manner that menaced another person
Ought to have known the person would have been menaced

50
Q

What are the proofs of not keep left of dividing line

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Driver
Vehicle
Road with a dividing line
Did not keep left of dividing line and was not

         Overtaking 
         Performing u turn 
         Entering or leaving road 
         Entering or leaving emergency lane
         Parking at an angle
         Avoiding an obstruction
51
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Who must a driver turning left (not using a slip lane) at an intersection give way to?

A

Any vehicle approaching from the right

Any pedestrian at or near the intersection who is crossing the road the vehicle is entering

Any vehicle turning right into the road the vehicle is turning into unless they are making a u-turn

52
Q

During a period of darkness what is the speed limit applying to the rider of a motor bike with an engine capacity less than 100ml?

A

40km/hr unless a lower speed limit applies

53
Q

What additional condition applies to the holder of a class C P1 licence who is less than 25 years of age?

A

They must not drive a vehicle at any time between 11pm one day and 5am the next day with more than one passenger in or on the vehicle who is less than 21 years of age

54
Q

If a drivers vehicle displays a mobility parking scheme authority, how long may they park in an area with a permissive parking sign indicating a maximum period of 1 hour?

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Unlimited

55
Q

Where and when can police inspect vehicles

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Police may inspect registerable vehicles whether or not on a road for the purpose of deciding its identity condition or compliance with registration

May enter any premises used for the sale of registerable vehicles and any vehicle on those premises

May enter private property if cause to believe registerable vehicle is for sale or in a damaged condition as a result of an accident

56
Q

Who must afford police reasonable facilities when they are making vehicle inspections

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Registered operator
Owner
Any person in charge of veh
Having custody of
Selling
Having in possession for selling
Otherwise the registerable vehicle
57
Q

What does section 117 of the road transport act 2013 state

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If a driver of a motor vehicle is alleged to have committed an offence against road transport legislation….

The responsible person must when required give information as to the name and home address of the driver or give other information that may lead to the identity of the driver