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PCV CPC Case Study 68

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Alex, a manager at a passenger transport company, oversees the compliance of drivers, vehicles, and company operations with various regulations. Alex's role includes ensuring that vehicles meet weight, height, and length requirements, and that drivers are aware of the speed limits and capacity restrictions. The focus is on safety, adherence to road and bridge weight limits, maintaining clear vehicle height markings, and ensuring drivers plan their routes to avoid low bridges or restricted areas.

There are 7 multiple choice questions in this PCV CPC case study. Read this carefully and ensure you fully understand the scenario before starting the test. You need to score 6 out of 7 to pass.

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1. What is Alex's guideline for the MAM of a 75-seat double-deck coach? Give one answer
A 15 tonnes
B 19 tonnes
C 22 tonnes
D 25 tonnes
Correct Answer: B 19 tonnes
Explanation: The MAM is calculated by adding the weight of passengers, luggage, and fuel to the unladen weight.
2. What important marking does Alex ensure inside passenger transport vehicles? Give one answer
A Driver's name
B Emergency exit routes
C Fuel capacity
D Seating and standing capacity
Correct Answer: D Seating and standing capacity
Explanation: Seating and standing capacity should be clearly marked inside the vehicle for safety and regulation compliance.
3. What height marking does Alex advocate for vehicles over 3.0 metres? Give one answer
A Height of the driver
B Height of the tallest passenger
C Maximum load height
D Overall travelling height
Correct Answer: D Overall travelling height
Explanation: The overall travelling height must be marked in the cab for vehicles over 3.0 metres to avoid low bridge strikes.
4. What is the maximum height limit for a PCV, according to Alex's standards? Give one answer
A 3.5 metres (11 feet 6 inches)
B 4.0 metres (13 feet)
C 4.57 metres (15 feet)
D 5.0 metres (16 feet 6 inches)
Correct Answer: C 4.57 metres (15 feet)
Explanation: The normal maximum height for PCVs with fixed bodywork is 4.57 metres (15 feet) in the UK.
5. How does Alex advise drivers to react to obstructions by low bridges? Give one answer
A Continue at a slower speed
B Deflate tyres to reduce height
C Remove the top part of the vehicle
D Stop and seek an alternative route
Correct Answer: D Stop and seek an alternative route
Explanation: Drivers should stop and seek an alternative route if faced with a bridge lower than the vehicle's height.
6. What should a driver do about unclear railway bridge heights, as per Alex? Give one answer
A Continue cautiously
B Guess the height
C Rely on the vehicle's height marker
D Stop and call the railway authority
Correct Answer: D Stop and call the railway authority
Explanation: If unsure about a bridge's height, the driver should stop and contact the railway authority for safety.
7. What clearance under electricity lines does Alex maintain for vehicles over 5 metres? Give one answer
A 3.6 metres (12 feet)
B 4.4 metres (14 feet 6 inches)
C 5 metres (16 feet 6 inches)
D 6.1 metres (20 feet)
Correct Answer: C 5 metres (16 feet 6 inches)
Explanation: Overhead electricity lines on public roads are normally clear for vehicles up to 5 metres in height.