What training must you take before driving a lorry loaded with toxic substances?
- A How to use fire-fighting equipment
- B How to operate a forklift truck
- C How to operate a lorry-mounted crane
- D How to use breathing apparatus
Why this is the answer
Vehicles carrying dangerous goods and other materials that may pose a hazard are subject to detailed emergency procedures. These procedures must be followed. Appropriate fire-fighting equipment must be available and the driver must be trained in its use.
Why the other answers don't fit
- B
- How to operate a forklift truck — A forklift is loading equipment and is not what a toxic load demands of the driver.
- C
- How to operate a lorry-mounted crane — A crane is a lifting qualification, separate from the nature of the load.
- D
- How to use breathing apparatus — Breathing apparatus is for the emergency services, who are trained and equipped for it.
Where this comes from
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 5, section 12
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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