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PCV CPC Case Study 71

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Sophie, a compliance officer for a city bus company, ensures that all buses adhere to the required standards for weight, height, and length. She educates drivers on the importance of understanding their vehicle's specifications, particularly when navigating through urban areas with various restrictions. Sophie's role also involves guiding drivers on effective route planning to avoid incidents like bridge strikes and ensuring that all vehicles are marked with the correct height and weight details for safety.

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 the full load MAM for a 75-seat double-deck coach, as Sophie ensures? Give one answer
A 17 tonnes
B 19 tonnes
C 21 tonnes
D 23 tonnes
Correct Answer: B 19 tonnes
Explanation: The MAM of a 75-seat double-deck coach, including passengers, luggage, and fuel, is 19 tonnes.
2. What height marking does Sophie require in vehicle cabs over 3.0 metres? Give one answer
A Driver's licence number
B Maximum load capacity
C Number of passengers
D Overall travelling height
Correct Answer: D Overall travelling height
Explanation: The overall travelling height must be displayed in the cab for vehicles over 3.0 metres to avoid bridge strikes.
3. What is a standard bus or coach's maximum length, as per Sophie's standards? Give one answer
A 10 metres (32 feet 10 inches)
B 12 metres (39 feet 4 inches)
C 14 metres (45 feet 11 inches)
D 15 metres (49 feet 3 inches)
Correct Answer: B 12 metres (39 feet 4 inches)
Explanation: The usual maximum length for a standard bus or coach is 12 metres (39 feet 4 inches).
4. How does Sophie advise drivers to approach uncertain bridge heights? Give one answer
A Follow another large vehicle
B Ignore height warnings
C Increase speed to pass quickly
D Slow down and prepare to stop
Correct Answer: D Slow down and prepare to stop
Explanation: Drivers should slow down and prepare to stop if unsure about the bridge height clearance.
5. What should drivers do at low bridge blockages, as instructed by Sophie? Give one answer
A Find an alternative route
B Remove parts of the vehicle to reduce height
C Try to pass carefully
D Wait for the bridge to be modified
Correct Answer: A Find an alternative route
Explanation: Finding an alternative route is recommended to avoid bridge strikes and ensure safety.
6. What's the first step for drivers after a bridge strike, as per Sophie? Give one answer
A Assessing vehicle damage
B Clearing the road
C Ensuring passenger safety
D Reporting to the company
Correct Answer: C Ensuring passenger safety
Explanation: The driver's first responsibility is ensuring passenger safety following a bridge strike.
7. What clearance does Sophie ensure for high vehicles under electricity lines? Give one answer
A 4.4 metres (14 feet 6 inches)
B 4.57 metres (15 feet)
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 usually provide clearance for vehicles up to 5 metres in