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PCV CPC Case Study 73

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Rachel, a fleet supervisor for a regional bus company, ensures that all buses comply with regulations related to weight, height, and length. Her responsibilities include educating drivers on the importance of knowing their vehicle's dimensions and adhering to weight limits. Rachel also focuses on route planning to avoid areas with low bridges and ensuring that height markers in vehicles are accurate and visible.

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 MAM does Rachel ensure for a 16-seat minibus? Give one answer
A 3.5 tonnes
B 3.93 tonnes
C 4.2 tonnes
D 5 tonnes
Correct Answer: B 3.93 tonnes
Explanation: The MAM for a 16 passenger-seat minibus, including passengers and luggage, is 3.93 tonnes.
2. How does Rachel require height to be marked in large vehicle cabs? Give one answer
A Fuel capacity
B Maximum speed
C Overall travelling height
D Vehicle's weight
Correct Answer: C Overall travelling height
Explanation: The overall travelling height must be marked in the cab for vehicles over 3.0 metres for safety reasons.
3. What is Rachel's standard maximum length for buses and coaches? 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 bus or coach is 12 metres (39 feet 4 inches).
4. How does Rachel advise drivers to handle uncertain railway bridge heights? Give one answer
A Estimate the height
B Ignore the concern
C Proceed with caution
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.
5. What's the maximum height for a UK PCV, as per Rachel's rules? 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 maximum height for a PCV with fixed bodywork in the UK is 4.57 metres (15 feet).
6. What should drivers do at low bridges, as instructed by Rachel? 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 when approaching a low bridge for safety.
7. What's a driver's first duty after a bridge strike, according to Rachel? Give one answer
A Assessing vehicle damage
B Clearing the road
C Ensuring passenger safety
D Reporting to the police
Correct Answer: C Ensuring passenger safety
Explanation: The driver's first responsibility is ensuring passenger safety following a bridge strike.