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PCV CPC Case Study 85

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Sophie, a transport compliance officer, ensures that her company's drivers adhere to EC drivers' hours regulations and properly use tachographs. She regularly trains drivers on the importance of accurate record-keeping and the legal ramifications of non-compliance, including fines and imprisonment. Sophie also manages the submission of tachograph charts and the maintenance of digital tachograph data to ensure compliance with inspection requirements.

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1. What does Sophie ensure drivers carry for inspection? Give one answer
A All records since last inspection
B Only the current day's record
C Records for the previous 7 days
D Tachograph records for the current day and previous 28 days
Correct Answer: D Tachograph records for the current day and previous 28 days
Explanation: Drivers must carry tachograph records for the current day and the previous 28 days for inspection.
2. What primary function does Sophie assign to a driver card? Give one answer
A To monitor fuel usage
B To record drivers' hours and activities
C To record vehicle maintenance
D To track vehicle location
Correct Answer: B To record drivers' hours and activities
Explanation: A driver card's primary function is to record drivers' hours and activities.
3. How long must employers keep working time records, according to Sophie? Give one answer
A 1 year
B 5 years
C 6 months
D At least 2 years
Correct Answer: D At least 2 years
Explanation: Employers must keep working time records for at least 2 years after the end of the covered period.
4. What is the consequence of driving without a driver card, as per Sophie's rules? Give one answer
A A small fine is imposed
B It's illegal and can result in prosecution
C No consequence
D Only a warning is given
Correct Answer: B It's illegal and can result in prosecution
Explanation: Driving with a digital tachograph without a driver card is illegal and can result in prosecution.
5. What action does Sophie recommend if a driver card is lost? Give one answer
A Ignore unless it happens frequently
B Report at the next vehicle inspection
C Report only when renewing the card
D Report to DVLA or DVA within 7 days
Correct Answer: D Report to DVLA or DVA within 7 days
Explanation: Loss or theft of a driver card should be reported to DVLA or DVA within 7 days.
6. What are the maximum working hours per week under Sophie's regulations? Give one answer
A 40 hours per week
B 56 hours per week
C 60 hours per week
D An average of 48 hours per week
Correct Answer: D An average of 48 hours per week
Explanation: Under the Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations, the maximum working hours are an average of 48 hours per week.
7. How long can drivers continue without a driver card, in Sophie's policy? Give one answer
A 30 days
B Indefinitely until replaced
C Only 7 days
D Up to 15 calendar days
Correct Answer: D Up to 15 calendar days
Explanation: Drivers can continue for up to 15 calendar days without a driver card if it's lost, stolen, or faulty.