Alberta Class 1 License Practice Exam

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• Under which condition is a trip inspection report invalid?
• Which of the following would indicate a defect in the axle assembly during a pre-trip inspection of a heavy vehicle?
• Which statement about coupling safety is true?
• Which of the following actions should never be done as a school bus driver?
• Who is primarily responsible for performing a trip inspection before operating a commercial vehicle on the highway?
• Which statement about a Class 3 operator's license holder is true?
• Which action is described as reducing the fire risk during refueling?
• Which statement about assisting a person with a disability on transportation is true?
• Who is permitted to legally refuel a propane vehicle?
• Which of the following best describes how a Class 2 vehicle should stop at an uncontrolled railway crossing?
• What is the best thing to do if you are a school bus driver and there is a breakdown?
• Which action is best when turning right with a large vehicle?
• What are the symptoms of driver fatigue?
• Which vehicle will have the shortest stopping distance if three identical ones are moving at the same pace but one is on a level surface, one is going uphill and one is heading downhill?
• When is it appropriate to notify the carrier of a defect?
• Under federal hours of service regulations, which scenario would prohibit a driver from continuing to drive?
• To make a left turn in a large vehicle it is recommended that you?
• On a foggy day with poor visibility, you halt at an uncontrolled railway crossing with a school bus. Which strategy is described as best for safety?
• What is the most effective strategy for ensuring that students behave and act safely on the bus?
• If you are a city bus driver that transports people with disabilities, you should?
• Which of the following conditions is true about refueling a propane vehicle?
• What should you do if a STOP sign is facing you on the opposite side of the tracks as your large vehicle approaches a crossing?
• Which of the following is covered by the vehicle inspection program in Alberta?
• When delivering dangerous goods, when should the driver record any change in quantity on the shipping document?
• Which statement is true regarding the maximum length of a straight truck?
• Which endorsement is required to operate air brake-equipped vehicles?
• When approaching a particularly busy intersection with lights and sirens on you should:
• What is the maximum speed limit for long combination vehicles?
• Which claim regarding a Class 2 license holder is untrue?
• Which road condition will help you maximize your fuel efficiency?
• What is the purpose of a trip inspection?
• As a probationary driver, you may apply for which of the following operator's licenses?
• What does the S code on a license indicate in this context?
• Which individual is not required by provincial legislation to obtain an SFC?
• Identify the meaning of the sign that explicitly reads Brake Check Exit.
• What should you do if you start crossing a railroad track and the crossing lights start flashing?
• Which class license would allow you to operate a vehicle with seating capacity up to 24 excluding the driver?
• The appearance of a Brake Check Exit sign informs drivers that there is a nearby area dedicated to...
• If slack is observed during the tug test after coupling, what is the recommended action?
• What should you do if you lose sight of the guide while backing?
• Which pressure levels for the air supply valve and park control valve should pop out at during a pre-trip air brake inspection?
• What does the Brake Check Exit sign warn drivers about?
• Which statement defines braking distance?
• What does a compressed gas that is non-flammable and non-toxic have as a symbol?
• When performing a pre-trip inspection on the power steering pump and hose, look for:
• What do the hours listed on a reserved-lane sign indicate?
• Which of the following is accurate regarding a vehicle with a 10,000 kilogram registration that is only used in Alberta?
• What is the function of the tractor protection valve?
• Under the braking force principle, doubling the vehicle speed requires what change in braking force if weight remains constant?
• What motion should you use when pumping the fire extinguisher?
• How many dangerous hazard classes are there?
• In the event of a breakdown, which action helps other drivers most effectively?
• Which of the following options best matches the Brake Check Exit sign's purpose?
• It is critical to verify the following when performing a pre-trip inspection of a truck-tractor or three axle vehicle?
• Which of the following is not considered a distraction that could result in a fine under the Distracted Driving Law?
• What does the Brake Check Exit sign indicate?
• Municipal transit buses are exempt from inspection if they carry fewer than how many passengers?
• Which distance is traveled from the moment the brakes are applied to the vehicle stops?
• What circumstances do not fall under the definition of 'for hire' as defined by the Operator Licensing and Vehicle Control Regulation for a private passenger vehicle?
• A motorist with a Class 1 license is not permitted to operate which of the following?
• When operating an ambulance during an emergency, you could use the red flashing overhead lights and not the siren when:
• What is the most crucial step in the coupling procedure?
• Which statement best defines traction?
• Lag time refers to what in brake system operation?
• How should a truck-tractor's service brakes be tested?
• Which of the following statements about lengthy vehicles is false?
• When reversing a semi-trailer, which steering action is correct?
• Which statement describes the A Train configuration?
• Speaking or assisting someone with a disability requires that you?
• Which of the following statements about preventative maintenance plans is incorrect?
• What is the maximum allowed distance that large items can protrude from the sides of a loaded vehicle?
• Without a curb, the front wheels of a single-unit Class 3 vehicle shall be parked as follows?
• Low speed off-tracking
• Which category requires the owner’s signature paperwork in the car for hazardous goods?
• What distinguishes an 'A Train' from a 'C Train'?
• Which of the following best matches the rule about paperwork for hazardous goods?
• Where should safety marks be placed on the truck if they are required to warn of the presence of risky goods?
• What is a typical reaction time for drivers?
• When should you lower the landing gear when uncoupling a truck-tractor from a semi-trailer?
• Which condition, according to Alberta Hours of Service legislation, would prevent a driver from driving?
• When do most collisions caused by weariness happen?
• Why could larger, heavier commercial vehicles be at greater danger at railway crossings?
• Which of the following is not one of the four conditions for Alberta's Hours of Service daily log waiver?
• When a driver completes an approved Alberta Air Brake Course, a 'Q' endorsement is added to which license class?
• Which distance option describes how far ahead you should stop when turning around a school bus?
• If a reserved-lane sign includes daily hours, what does this specify?
• Which of the following is not a necessary component of the safety plan for a carrier?
• Which kind of license requires eligibility for an air brake acknowledgment?
• To reduce the possibility of a fire, you should?
• Which license class would be prohibited from operating an ambulance with passengers?
• Which of the following is NOT a necessary component of a safety plan?
• Which scenario would be prohibited from driving under federal hours of service?
• When is it permissible to remove safety markings from a vehicle transporting hazardous materials?
• What is the proper sequence for a pre-trip air brake inspection?
• Which of the following vehicles would have to stop at each unmanned railroad crossing?
• If you spot a fire while en route, how far from the bus should you move your passengers to ensure their safety?
• A Safety Fitness Certificate is necessary for drivers of tractors outside of Alberta if the tractor weighs more than?
• To be acknowledged in other Canadian jurisdictions, which condition must be satisfied for an Alberta Safety Fitness Certificate?
• What is the legal limit for the distance between the wheels of a parked vehicle and the curb?
• In order to turn right in a big vehicle safely, it is advised that you?
• Emergency medical responders who are permitted to drive with their sirens on are prohibited from performing which task?
• In an ambulance emergency, you could use red flashing overhead lights and not the siren when:
• Who is primarily responsible for ensuring workers handling dangerous commodities are properly trained?
• When a driver delivers dangerous goods on more than one occasion, when should the driver record the change in quantity of dangerous items on the shipping document?
• What does the official definition of a semi-trailer exclude?
• Which action is not recommended when parking a manual transmission bus downhill on the right side of the road?
• Which of the following is true regarding the four conditions for Alberta Hours of Service daily log waiver?
• Which option correctly reflects the meaning of a Brake Check Exit sign when asked in a test scenario?
• Under ideal circumstances, what is the top speed limit for a bus that is fully loaded?
• Which option best describes the meaning of the Brake Check Exit sign?
• Which of the following does not belong to the category of dangerous goods?
• When driving a big truck onto a right turn, what should the driver do?
• What is true about the connection between a truck tractor and a semi-trailer?
• According to the Distracted Driving Law, which of the following can commercial drivers not do while driving?
• When preparing to discharge a fire extinguisher what position should the extinguisher be held in?
• Which statement about braking force is accurate when speed changes?
• Which of the following claims regarding driving passenger cars is true?
• Which of the following is not required for a Class 5 license to be upgraded to a Class 4 license?
• What is the maximum allowable distance between the parked wheels and the curb?
• Which statement about federal hours of service regulations is correct?
• Which of the following braking force statements is untrue?
• Which statement correctly describes the Brake Check Exit sign?
• Which of the following does not belong to the category of dangerous goods?
• During a pre-trip inspection, which belts should you inspect?
• When there are two left-turn lanes available, which lane should you use for a left turn?
• Which statement about helping someone in a wheel chair is true?
• Under the Distracted Driving Law, which activity is prohibited while driving?
• What is an appropriate action if a vehicle breakdown occurs and you cannot fix it on-site?
• Which of the below claims regarding a carrier's safety plan is true?
• Which components make up the total stopping distance?
• What is the maximum length of a straight truck allowed?
• If you see a Brake Check Exit sign, which option correctly identifies its meaning?
• What does a Class 1, Class 2 or Class 4 license's condition code of "S" mean?
• When does an air brake 'Q' endorsement become required?
• How many people including the driver must be seated in a commercial vehicle for it to qualify as a bus?
• When performing a pre-trip inspection on a vehicle equipped with air brakes you should?
• Which of the following might make unloading a Class 3 vehicle into a hopper unsafe?
• Who is excused from using a seat belt when seat belts are available?
• What does the reserved lane sign indicate about traffic flow in that lane?
• Which statement about turning a school bus is true?
• Which scenario would require a Safety Fitness Certificate for a heavy vehicle?
• Which statement about a B Train connection mechanism is accurate?
• What is the best practice when braking on a hill?
• When connecting a tractor-trailer to a semi-trailer, what should you do if you notice slack during the tug test?
• What are the four factors that influence the distance a commercial vehicle must stop?
• Which of the following does not have to be included in a vehicle inspection at a rest and check stop?
• Which statement best describes the Brake Check Exit sign?
• When is it safe to remove the safety markings from a vehicle transporting hazardous materials?
• Which statement best describes the recommended fatigue prevention method?
• Reversing a semi-trailer requires that you?
• Where should all relevant paperwork be kept when operating a truck hauling risky goods?
• Whose job is it to ensure workers are properly trained to handle dangerous commodities safely?
• What is an oxidized substance?
• Which lights wouldn't be present at the back of a bus?
• Emergency medical responders who are permitted to drive with their sirens on are prohibited from performing which task?
• How should I use a fire extinguisher in the right sequence?
• Which action should a Class 2 vehicle take as it nears an uncontrolled railway crossing on a multi-lane highway?
• The Brake Check Exit sign is used to warn drivers about a facility where vehicles may be stopped to test brakes.
• Which of the following does not qualify as a Class 4 vehicle?
• Which category does not require that specific paperwork?
• Which action is correct when parking downhill on the right side of the road for a vehicle with a manual transmission?
• To unload a dump truck while backing up, you should:
• When transporting people with disabilities by city bus, which practice is best?
• On a road with a Brake Check Exit sign, drivers should be prepared for...
• Vehicles wider than what width require clearance lights?
• When driving through cities, all drivers must
• The Brake Check Exit sign would be most consistent with warning drivers about...
• When are emergency vehicle drivers excluded from the law against texting and driving?
• When driving an emergency vehicle and approaching a particularly busy intersection with your lights and sirens on you should:
• Which statement is true about emergency vehicle operators using mobile devices while driving?
• What is the maximum amount of time allowed by Alberta's Hours of Service laws for a driver to deliver a daily log to the employer?
• Which scenario would typically trigger the air brake 'Q' endorsement during a road test?
• When you encounter signs that read Brake Check Exit, you should...
• Under what circumstances would the distracted driving law not apply to CB radio use?
• What is the most effective method of preventing driver fatigue?
• When turning a school bus around, which action should you take before starting to reverse?
• When should you reverse with the aid of a guide?
• In a pre-trip air brake inspection, which item is checked as part of the air supply circuit?
• What is the recommended approach to building safety and behavior in a school bus environment?
• Fatigue-related crashes most often occur during which time window?
• Materials that corrode include?
• For the Class 2 license road test, the vehicle used must have seating capacity of at least how many passengers?
• During a power-steering inspection, which finding would indicate a potential problem?
• Which category of hazardous goods requires paperwork to be kept in the vehicle with the owner's signature and the name of the authorized driver?
• In a pre-trip inspection, what should you verify about safety-critical components before operation?
• What is one procedure you must carry out before moving a dump vehicle once it has been loaded?
• Who is responsible for carrying out inspections required by the owner and required by legislation?
• Which of the following is NOT recommended when descending steep hills?
• Where should you start sweeping when using a fire extinguisher?
• Which of the following influences on sense of time would not often exist?
• For a pre-trip air brake inspection, which statement is correct about pop-out pressures?
• Which license class is eligible to receive an air brake acknowledgment after completing the Alberta Air Brake Course?
• Disregarding a written safety program could result in which disciplinary action?