LGV MODULE 4 – PRACTICAL

ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS

You will be asked five questions from a total of 20

You will be required to score at least 80 out of 100 points,

Section 1 Ability to load the vehicle with due regard for safety rules
and proper vehicle use.
Question 1.

a) Your fully loaded vehicle is ready for you to make a delivery. Show the checks you would
make to ensure the vehicle is not overloaded.

b) If you are still in doubt, what else could you do?

ANSWERS:

Visual check of the vehicle suspension

Check the body for excessive leaning

Tyre checks for touching/mud flaps on floor

Confirm the weight by taking vehicle to nearest Weigh Bridge

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a) On this empty vehicle you have been asked to collect half a load of palletised paper.

b) Show, by pointing to the correct distribution area(s) on this vehicle where the load should be
placed.

c) Select which restraining device you would use to secure the load.

d) Show me how you would secure the load with the restraining device using the load securing
trolley.

e) Show me how you would release the restraining device.

ANSWERS:

Shows by pointing to the correct distribution areas on this vehicle

Select which retraining device to use which should be straps or ropes

Demonstrate competence in the use of webbing strap or ‘dolly knot’ rope

Demonstrate competence in releasing the restraining device

Question 3

a) On this empty vehicle you have been asked to collect half a load of steel plates. I want you to
show me by pointing to the correct distribution areas(s) on this vehicle where the load
should be placed.

b) Select which restraining device you would use to secure the load.

c) Show how you would secure the load with the restraining device using the load securing
trolley.

d) Show how you would release the restraining device.

ANSWERS:

Point to the correct distribution areas on this vehicle

Select the correct restraint item – chain/tensioner

Demonstrate competence in use of chain/tensioner

Demonstrate how to release the restraining device

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a) Point to the centre of gravity on this vehicle.

b) Explain what effect driving forces would have on this vehicle if it were fully laden.

ANSWERS:

Point to the vehicle’s centre of gravity

Acceleration could cause the load to move backwards or fall off the back

Braking could cause the load to move forward

When turning it could cause the load to continue on its original path and fall off the side

Question 5

a) You have delivered part of your load and are left with half a load of empty steel cages inside your
box van. Show me by pointing to the correct distribution area(s) on this vehicle where this load
should be placed.

b) Select which restraining device you would use to secure the load.

c) Show me how you would secure the load with the restraining device using the load securing
trolley.

d) Show me how you would release the restraining device.

ANSWERS:

Shows by pointing to the correct distribution areas on this vehicle

Select correct restraint item – load tensioning bar

Demonstrates competence in use of load tensioning bar

Demonstrates how to release the restraining device

Question 6

You are about to make a long journey in this vehicle. Show me what checks you would make to this
vehicle’s fuel system and explain what precautions you should take to ensure it remains in a
serviceable condition, especially in very cold weather conditions.

ANSWERS:

Check fuel fill level and fuel cap security

Check fuel tank and mountings for condition

Explain bad weather fuel measures

Checks enough fuel for journey (instrument check)

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a) Show me how to check the unladen weight on this vehicle.

b) Walk round the vehicle showing me what checks you would make to ensure the vehicle is not
overloaded.

c) If you are still in doubt, what else could you do?

ANSWERS:

Identify vehicle design weight plate(s)

Body check for any excessive leaning Tyre checks for touching/mud flaps on floor

Confirmation by taking vehicle nearest weigh bridge

Section 2 - Security of vehicle and contents

a) When you need to leave your vehicle, where might you consider parking.

b) Demonstrate and explain what safety checks and security precautions you would take

ANSWERS:

Only park in secure well lit reputable vehicle parks; where possible park with the rear doors against a
wall or backing up to another vehicle Remove keys and lock doors

Activate or explain the use of any other security features

Walk around security check (seals etc)

Question 9

You suspect a brake fault on this vehicle. Show me what checks you can make to confirm if the
compressor is working properly and any checks you could make for identifying air leaks.

ANSWERS:

Physical check of the air system ensuring air lines are serviceable

Emptying the air tanks by pumping the footbrake

Restarting the engine and charging the system

Stop the engine and listen for leaks/wedge footbrake or ask third party to assist

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On entering your vehicle for the first time, show me all of the practical and visual safety checks you
would make before starting the engine, which I would like you to do.

ANSWERS:

Cockpit drill

Checks handbrake neutral before starting engine

Audible/visual warning systems are checked and you have sufficient fuel for the journey

Is aware of vehicle height (sign check)

Question 11

a) You are driving on a motorway and flames appear from the engine compartment. Show me how
you would deal with the small electrical wiring fire.

B) Please identify appropriate extinguisher to use on this fire.

ANSWERS:

Stop as quickly and safely as possible on the hard shoulder

Identify correct extinguisher to use on electrical system fire (CO2)/Powder

Awareness of need to contact emergency services Isolate the vehicle (disconnect electric supply)

Question 12

Please show me and explain what tyre, wheel and spray suppression checks you would make before
driving this vehicle

ANSWERS:

Walk round and check all mud guards/flaps

Visual check for tread depth and condition of tyres

Any foreign debris between double wheels

Wheel nuts secure/marker position

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a) Please walk around the vehicle and explain to me what projections and overhangs there are.

b) Describe what allowance you would have to make for these projections and overhangs when
driving the vehicle.

ANSWERS:

Identify overhangs and projections

Overhangs can sweep over kerbs when turning, colliding with street furniture, pedestrians other
vehicles

Mirror projections can come into contact with street furniture, pedestrians and other vehicles

Good all round observation is required as well as extensive use of all mirrors to check for any rear
end sweep

Question 14

You intend to drive this vehicle for the first time. Show me how you would check the vehicle’s
dimensions and weight.

ANSWERS:

Identifies the vehicle height sign (in cab)

Check train weight VI plate

Is aware of the train length Is aware of vehicle width

Questions 15

a) You are driving on a motorway and flames appear around one of your tyres. Show me how you
would deal with this small fire.

b) Please look at this picture. Which extinguisher would you NOT use on a fuel fire.

ANSWERS:

Stop as quickly as possible on the hard shoulder

Awareness of the need to contact the emergency services

Activate the isolator switch Identifies water extinguisher as NOT suitable

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You are parked at a border crossing and have left the vehicle unattended. Show me what checks you
would make before driving through customs.

ANSWERS:

Check external compartments

Check under and on top (visual if possible) of the vehicle

Check inside the cab and load security (trailer seals, curtains etc)

Check fuel cap in place (not tampered with). Visual check

Question 17

You’ve had a comfort break just before boarding a cross channel ferry. Show me what checks you
would make to this vehicle before driving through customs.

ANSWERS:

Check external compartments

Check under and on top (visual if possible) of the vehicle

Check inside the cab and load security (trailer seals, curtains etc)

Check fuel cap in place (not tampered with). Visual check

Question 18

You are parked at the docks and following a rest break you suspect your vehicle may have been
tampered with. Show me what checks you would make around and within your vehicle before
continuing with your journey

ANSWERS:

Check external compartments

Check under and on top (visual if possible) of the vehicle

Check inside the cab and load security (trailer seals, curtains etc)

Check fuel cap in place (not tampered with). Visual check

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a) Show me how you would enter the vehicle safely, and then show me all of the precautions you
would take before starting the engine.

b) You are now parked on the left on a busy main road. Please show me how you would leave your
vehicle safely

ANSWERS:

Open driver’s door fully and use both grab rails to enter cab making sure that all steps are used

Close door set seat position, set mirrors, check parking brake and gear lever

Ensure that the vehicle is secure, stop engine and before opening door check all round for safety

Turn round and use both grab rails making sure that all steps are used to exit the vehicle

Section 5 - Ability to prevent physical risk

From the driver’s seat and externally, show me and explain the daily safety check you would make to
this vehicle before driving on the road

Brakes Lights
Wipers/Washers Tyres
Horn Mirrors
Speedometer Tachograph
Reflectors Number Plates
Exhaust Systems Speed Limiter Settings

You will ALWAYS be asked this question

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