Unit 7

Operate Commercial Vehicle

TLIC1051

Written Assessment

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Version control and amendment history

Reason	Release date	Details
Unit released	February 2016	V1 release
Unit updated	June 2020	V2 release
121 review	January 2022	Changes to content and formatting

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Question 1

The way you drive, and the condition of your car has an impact on the amount of fuel you use. How would you manage engine power and efficiency?

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Question 2

What is a hazard in driving context and what would you do if you identify one?

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Question 3

What are the three basic hazard perception skills?

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Question 4

In your own words describe your understanding of the “Safety Cushion” concept.

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Question 5

When, where and how should indicators be used?

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Question 6

When should headlights be used?

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Question 7

Describe the correct sequence for stopping and securing a vehicle.

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Question 8

List 6 things that should be included in a basic emergency System to respond to driving related incidents.

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Question 9

Complete the following statement.

Following any incident, Click or tap here to enter text.  should be provided to drivers who may have been Click or tap here to enter text. in a crash or Click or tap here to enter text. a crash. Depending on the Click or tap here to enter text. of the incident, support may be provided by work colleagues by a Click or tap here to enter text. or through the use of professional counsellors, who Click or tap here to enter text. drivers.   Internal crash report or Click or tap here to enter text. should be completed and forwarded to the person responsible for investigating and taking follow up action.

Question 10

List 10 driving behaviours that should always be displayed by driving instructors.

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Question 11

List 3 things a driving instructor should do to ensure the safety of his/her learner when picking up or dropping off a student.

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Question 12

Why is it important to have dual controls fitted to your training vehicle beside the legal requirement?

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Question 13

What can poor route planning lead to?

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Question 14

What steps should be taken to minimise risk when planning regular driving journeys?

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Question 15

Complete the following statement.

It is the Click or tap here to enter text.  of the trainer to ensure that they stay aware of potential hazardous traffic situation and poor driving conditions to enable the safe delivery of training. Traffic reporting is the near Click or tap here to enter text. distribution of information about Click or tap here to enter text.  conditions such as, Click or tap here to enter text., and Click or tap here to enter text.. The reports help trainers anticipate and avoid traffic problems. Traffic reports, especially in cities, may also report on major delays to Click or tap here to enter text. that does not necessarily involve roads. In addition to periodic broadcast reports, traffic information can be transmitted to GPS units, smart phones, and personal computers.

Question 16

Why is it essential for trainers to carry out a pre-departure check of their vehicle?

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Question 17

List 10 items that should be checked when conducting a pre-trip inspection.

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Question 18

Complete the following statement.

It is important that driving schools have adequate policies and processes for Click or tap here to enter text. training vehicles in place. The types of policies and processes could include: Click or tap here to enter text. of the fleet composition and useclearly defined Click or tap here to enter text. within the agency for managing the fleet appropriate Click or tap here to enter text. processes

Question 19

In relation to ECO driving, give a brief explanation of how each of the following would improve fuel economy.

Mass and improving aerodynamics	Click or tap here to enter text.
Maintaining an efficient speed	Click or tap here to enter text.
Choice of gear (manual transmissions)	Click or tap here to enter text.
Acceleration and deceleration (braking)	Click or tap here to enter text.
Anticipating traffic	Click or tap here to enter text.
Minimising ancillary losses	Click or tap here to enter text.
Fuel type	Click or tap here to enter text.

Question 20

What should the instructor do if he detects a fault with the vehicle during the pre-departure check?

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Question 21

What are the three areas under which vehicle maintenance records should be maintained?

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Question 22

Who may request to view maintenance records?

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Project 1

You will be asked to carry out a pre-departure (circle) check of your vehicle at the commencement of each day of the on-road training component of the training course.

The Letter of Eligibility issued by Transport for NSW will serve as evidence of the student successfully passing a road rules knowledge test of at least 90 questions and a driving assessment with a pass score of at least 95%.

All aspects of this competency will be practically assessed during the on-road component of the training.

Project 2

Using the table below, report 2 possible faults that may occur with your vehicle and how they were resolved.

XYZ Pty Ltd Vehicle Fault and Clearance Report

Vehicle Details
Vehicle Registration	Fleet Number	Vehicle Type	Odometer Reading
01XYZ	1	Driving Instructor Vehicle	45672

Fault Report	Fault Clearance
No.	Date	Description of Fault or Symptoms	Action Taken (Tick)	Actioned By (Name and Signature)	Reason for Action	Date	Repairs/Action Taken	Certified By (Name and Signature)
1	23/11/21	Near side stop light not working	Repair	Steve	Vehicle not roadworthy	23/11/21	New bulb fitted and tested	Mike the mechanic
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