Manitoba Professional Driver Test 08

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When checking the lamps and reflectors, which is not a major defect?

Failure of one rearmost turnindicator lamp at any time

Failure of both low-beam headlamps when lamps are required to be lit

Failure of both rearmost tail lamps when lamps are required to be lit

Lamp does not work properly

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Which statement is false? The driver must be aware of any other conditions anywhere on the vehicle that could affect safe operation including...

The rear view mirror is secure

Electrical components or wiring showing signs of damage

Any component that is loose enough that it is an imminent hazard or could become detached from the vehicle

Missing locking pins in the sliding bogie

3 / 30

When checking wheels, hubs and fasteners during a trip inspection, which is not a major defect?

Evidence that wheel, hub or bearing will fail soon.

Damaged wheel or wheel component

Leaking wheel seal

Wheel has loose, missing, damaged or ineffective fastener

4 / 30

What is not a major defect when inspecting cargo securement?

Cargo securement device is missing, does not work properly or its condition does not comply with the Cargo Securement Regulation

Cargo is not covered or is not secure

Cargo cover's condition does not comply with the Cargo Securement Regulation

Cargo is covered but the cover is not attached, or does not cover the cargo, in a manner that complies with the Cargo Securement Regulation

5 / 30

When performing a trip inspection, does the driver need to test the function of cab and sleeper doors to confirm whether the doors open properly and close securely?

Both

Not the sleep doors

Just the driver's door

Just the cab doors

6 / 30

Which statement is false? Emergency vehicle drivers must drive with regard for safety, and must consider the...

Amount of traffic that is on or may be expected on the highway

Condition and use of the highway

Age of the vehicle

Nature and use being made of the emergency vehicle at the time

7 / 30

When checking the suspension system during a trip inspection, which is not a minor defect?

Air leak in air suspension system.

Suspension fastener is loose, missing or broken

Broken spring leaf.

Cracked or broken main spring leaf, or more than one broken spring leaf

8 / 30

Which statement is false? Before proceeding down the grade, truck drivers equipped with air operated braking systems must check...

Drums for overheating

Vacuum booster operating

Security of glad hands and lines

For air leaks

9 / 30

If a major defect is identified during a trip inspection, can the vehicle still be operational?

Yes, but not on the highway

Only for trips of less than 120 km

Yes

10 / 30

Which statement is false? With the engine off, identify and inspect all belts for...

Cracks

Tension

Type of belt used

Wear

11 / 30

When checking tires on a trip inspection, which is not required?

Examine tires for excessive or uneven wear. Ensure tread depth meets jurisdictional requirements

Inspect and ensure no tires are leaking or flat

Examine treads and sidewall of each tire for signs of damage, such as cuts, bulges or exposed cords

Ensure the mudflaps are long enough

12 / 30

What is not a major defect when inspecting air brakes?

Low air warning system does not work properly or gives low air warning

Pushrod stroke of any brake exceeds the adjustment limit that constitutes a hazardous condition

Audible air leak

Air-loss rate exceeds the limit that constitutes a hazardous condition

13 / 30

To execute a sharp right turn the driver should position the bus how far from the curb on the approach to the intersection?

3 m

50 cm

30 cm

1 to 2 metres

14 / 30

When approaching railway tracks, operators of school buses shall bring the school bus to a full stop how far from the front of the bus to the closest railway track?

Not closer than five metres or more than 15 metres measured

Not closer than five metres or more than 10 metres measured

Not closer than two metres or more than 12 metres measured

Not closer than three metres or more than 15 metres measured

15 / 30

What is the first consideration of the driver who operates a vehicle used for the transportation of the public?

Maintaining schedules

Cleanliness

Maintenance of the vehicle

The safe operation of the vehicle

16 / 30

Left turns from a one-way street into a one-way street will require the driver of the bus to adjust the turning arc in a similar manner to what?

Making a left turn at a traffic light

Making a right turn

Nothing

Driving a car

17 / 30

Which of the following is a major defect when checking the glass and mirrors during a trip inspection?

Driver's view of the road is obstructed in the area swept by the windshield wipers

Missing windshield

Windows or mirrors do not allow the driver to see to the side and rear of the vehicle on both sides as a result of being damaged, missing or not adjusted properly

Window glass or mirror has broken or damaged attachments onto vehicle body

18 / 30

If a driver believes or suspects that there is a safety defect, they must report that belief or suspicion to whom?

The carrier

The nearest MTO office

No one

The head of maintenance

19 / 30

When checking the fuel system during a trip inspecting, what is not part of the check?

Ensure no fuel is leaking from anywhere on the vehicle

Ensure fuel caps are present and secure

Inspect all accessible straps to ensure they are secure, and free of damage. Check for missing straps

Ensure the spare cap is in place

20 / 30

If possible when loading or unloading passengers outside of a city, where should the bus be stopped?

Straddling the left and right lane so traffic can't pass

Clear of the travelled portion of the highway

None of these

In the right-most lane

21 / 30

Is it necessary to travel over the centre line as the turn is made in the bus?

Only for smaller school buses

Yes

Only when snow banks make it necessary

22 / 30

A trip inspection does not include...

The date

The legible printed name of the person who performed the inspection

Carrier's name

Driver's gender

23 / 30

Can a driver collect fares, make change or load or unload passengers while the vehicle is in motion?

Yes

If done carefully

At slow speeds

24 / 30

After a trip inspection has been completed, where does the inspection report remain?

In the carrier's office files

With the carrier

With the driver

With the head of maintenance

25 / 30

When checking hoses on a trip inspection, what are you not checking for?

Bulges

Leaks

Correct size

Fraying

26 / 30

What are warning clues when passing a line of parked vehicles?

Front wheels turned out

A front seat passenger

Brake lights

Driver sitting behind the wheel

27 / 30

When do you have to report any vehicle body damage?

Damage that may affect safe operation

Damage that may affect aerodynamics

Any and all scratches

None of these

28 / 30

What is not part of the trip inspection of driver's controls?

Turn the key and confirm that all applicable gauges and warning lights activate

Start the engine and ensure gauges, audible and visual indicators, and instruments function properly.

Listen to the turn indicators

Press and release the accelerator pedal. Check the engine response and look for binding/sticking

29 / 30

When driving the bus and executing a sharp right turn, how does the driver know they have moved forward far enough to make the turn safely?

The driver can see the left side curb over their shoulder

The side street can be sighted through the front entrance door

The right curb can be seen through the side mirror

None of these

30 / 30

Does the school bus always have to stop, even if the bus is empty?

Only after sunset

Only in foggy conditions

Yes

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