BC Commercial Driver Test 04

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1 / 30

Is a trip inspection report required for every new trailer you pick up each day?

Not unless you're taking it onto the highway

No, unless it is loaded ahead of time

Yes

2 / 30

Is a cab shield (cab protector, bulkhead) considered a front-end structure or part of a cargo securement?

No, it is not

Yes

Yes, but only for short loads

Yes, but only for light loads

3 / 30

Loads on a straight truck can't extend how far beyond the turn centre without having a red flag attached?

No more than 3 metres

No more than 2 metres

No more than 4 metres

No more than 1 metre

4 / 30

What type of hitch is used to couple a truck and trailer?

A pintle hitch

A ball hitch

I fifth wheel

No hitch, just chains

5 / 30

If your vehicle becomes disabled, park as far off the road as possible and place warning devices in front and behind the vehicle, but how far?

50 m ahead and 50 m behind the vehicle

60 m ahead and 60 m behind the vehicle

75 m ahead and 75 m behind the vehicle

30 m ahead and 30 m behind the vehicle

6 / 30

Front-end structures less than 1.83 m in height must be able to withstand a static load of how much?

At least 75 per cent of the total cargo weight uniformly distributed over the front-end structure

At least 25 per cent of the total cargo weight uniformly distributed over the front-end structure

At least 50 per cent of the total cargo weight uniformly distributed over the front-end structure

At least 30 per cent of the total cargo weight uniformly distributed over the front-end structure

7 / 30

What percentage of all greenhouse gases are produced by vehicles?

20%

30%

10%

15%

8 / 30

When towing two trailers, what risk do you face?

A jackknife or rollover

A slide

None of the above

Locked wheels

9 / 30

How far in front of the vehicle can load extend?

1 metre

2 metres

They can't extend

1.5 metres

10 / 30

Which statement is false? What is the advantage of turning the engine off when you're not driving (for example, at a truck stop or depot)

it will run better

it has no advantages

It is more economical

none of the above

11 / 30

What should the working load limit of tiedowns used to secure cargo be?

At least 75 per cent of the cargo weight

At least 90 per cent of the cargo weight

At least 25 per cent of the cargo weight

at least 50 per cent of the cargo weight.

12 / 30

Before a vehicle transporting logs enters a highway from a private road, what must the driver do first?

Inspect the vehicle, the logs and the securing devices to ensure compliance

Measure the logs

None of the above

Weigh their load

13 / 30

Which statement is false? Tiedowns must not be used for cargo securement if...

Wire cable has missing strands or wraps

The chain has been correctly repaired

There are knots in any portion of chain, wire rope or webbing

The chain has cracked welds or links

14 / 30

When coupling and uncoupling multiple trailers, if the trailers have spring brakes, what should you do before coupling?

Block the wheels

Make sure the spring brakes are applied

Nothing

Ensure the vehicle is in neutral

15 / 30

Which statement is false? Police can impound the vehicle you're driving if you're caught committing any of the following offences, such as...

Street racing or stunt driving

Driving while suspended or prohibited

Excessive speeding (20 km/h or more over the posted limit)

Driving while unlicensed

16 / 30

Which statement is false? Whipping and swerving may be caused by...

Shifting loads

Improper trailer connections

Driving too fast for the conditions

Proper tire pressure

17 / 30

When loading cargo, how should it be loaded so it doesn't cause your trailer to lean?

Closer to the front of the rig

It doesn't matter as long as it's secured

As close to the centre of your rig as possible

Closer to the rear of the rig

18 / 30

What should be the minimum distance between your breastbone and the airbag unit in the steering wheel?

A minimum of 10 cm

A minimum of 25 cm

A minimum of 15 cm

A minimum of 35 cm

19 / 30

What is referred to as dunnage?

Straps attached to the winch

Straps attached to the anchor points

Spacing blocks, boards and mats that separate cargo from itself and its restraints

Blocks to use to ensure the wheels don't move after parking the trailer

20 / 30

For trailers equipped with air suspension, what has to happen before applying the trailer brakes when leaving the trailer parked?

The air suspension should be drained

None of the above

More air should be added

The wheels should be chocked

21 / 30

A trailer with a high centre of gravity, what does it increase the chance of the vehicle doing?

Longer stopping distances

Rolling over

Poor fuel economy

Fishtailing

22 / 30

The Standard outlines specific requirements for transporting coils of rolled sheet metal where the shipment of coils weigh how much?

3968 kg or more

1866 kg or less

2,268 kg or more

4600 kg or more

23 / 30

Which statement is false? When you use load binders, you must...

Protect all tiedown assemblies from abrasion

Ensure you can tighten all tiedowns unless steel, fiber or synthetic strapping is used

Make sure your tiedown assemblies are strong enough

Always check any tiedown assembly that's worn beyond a wear limitation embossed by the manufacturer or is unsafe after every 150 km travelled

24 / 30

When transporting livestock and you have less than a full load, what can you do to keep livestock bunched together?

Use tiedowns

Rope off a section

None of the above

Use false bulkheads

25 / 30

When loading the trailer, why should the load be partially over or just ahead of the rear axles?

To get proper tire loading

None of the above

To shorten braking distance

To save the front tires

26 / 30

If your trailer whips or swerves, what should you do to control it?

None of the above

Slow down and stop as soon as it's safe

Stay to the right until the trailer stops whipping or swerving

Tap the gas to straighten the trailer

27 / 30

What does TAC stand for?

Transportation Administration of Canada

Transportation Association of Canada

Transporting of Animal Cargo

Transportation Aerodynamics Contribution

28 / 30

When coupling a trailer to the tractor, how do you know they are lined up correctly?

You should be able to see an equal portion of each side of the trailer in each mirror

You will feel it

You will have to get out of the cab multiple times to check

You will hear a click

29 / 30

If you're going to work with dangerous goods, what must your current employer do first?

Inspect the tractor

Certify that you've had appropriate training

Nothing

Inspect the load

30 / 30

Where a tiedown could be cut or scraped where it contacts cargo, what should be used to prevent this?

Rubber booties

Additional straps

Metal clamps

Edge protectors

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