ALBERTA COMMERCIAL OPERATOR’S LICENCE TEST 03

Commercial drivers in Alberta, Canada must adhere to strict traffic rules in order to maintain safety on the roads.

Alberta Commercial Driver Test 03

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An oxidizing substance is defined as:

A substance that might spontaneously combust when exposed to air

An organism that is believed to be infectious to humans

A substance or article that explodes as a mass

A substance that contributes to the combustion of other material by yielding oxygen

2 / 30

When loading a dump vehicle, what is one of the steps you must follow before moving the vehicle?

Ensure all of the material is grouped towards one side of the box

Secure the load so that it will not blow or fall off

Check that large items are not protruding more than 1 metre from the sides of the vehicle

Tarp the load, but only if this is part of your carrier's policy

3 / 30

Who from the choices below is exempt from wearing a seat belt where the assemblies are provided?

School bus drivers

The driver of a taxicab when carrying a passenger for hire

Dangerous goods carriers

Emergency medical responders

4 / 30

Emergency medical responders driving with their sirens on are granted special driving permissions, but they are not able to:

Discard any and all laws under the Traffic Safety Act

Park in a designated loading zone

Proceed through stop signs without stopping

Drive the vehicle in excess of the speed limit

5 / 30

What is the correct order of actions when operating a fire extinguisher?

Sweep; Aim; Pull; Squeeze

Pull; Aim; Squeeze; Sweep

Aim; Pull; Squeeze; Sweep

Aim; Squeeze; Sweep; Pull

6 / 30

Which of the following road surfaces will help you achieve the best fuel efficiency?

Flat, two-lane highway

Mountainous highway

Suburban roads

Flat, multi-lane highway

7 / 30

Ultimately, whose responsibility is it to ensure that employees have the proper training to work safely with dangerous goods?

The training provider

A dangerous goods inspector

The carrier

The employee

8 / 30

If you are operating an ambulance during an emergency, you could use the red flashing overhead lights and not the siren when:

Never. You are required by law to always use the siren during an emergency

You have received complaints from the public about excessive noise

You do not want to frighten other motorists and possibly cause an accident

There is little traffic in the streets

9 / 30

When parking a single unit Class 3 motor vehicle uphill, without a curb, the front wheels should be:

On the grass or sidewalk

Turned to the left

Pointed straight ahead

Turned to the right

10 / 30

When preparing to discharge a fire extinguisher to put out a fire, you should hold the extinguisher in what position?

Upright

Parallel to the ground

In line with the top of the flames

However you can get the tightest grip

11 / 30

Which of statements below about making a turn with a school bus is false?

When stopped waiting to turn left, point the front wheels to a ten o'clock position

Use the outer left turning lane when dual left turn lanes are available

Avoid shifting gears during the turn

Check the mirrors as you are turning for swing and clearance

12 / 30

Who is legally allowed to refuel a propane vehicle?

Only those over 18 years of age

Only those with proper certification or training

Only those wearing protective gloves and clothing

Only those holding a Class 1 licence

13 / 30

When going through urban areas, all drivers must:

Drive only on the routes specified for trucks and dangerous goods vehicles

Stop before every uncontrolled railway crossing

Encourage other vehicles to pass you before making left turns

Activate the emergency hazard lights during night-time hours

14 / 30

Which of the following is not a considered a Class 4 vehicle?

Ambulance

Sixteen-passenger mini bus for hire

Taxi

Thirty-passenger school bus

15 / 30

When squeezing the fire extinguisher, what motion should you follow?

Sweep the extinguisher up-and-down, starting at the base of the fire

Sweep the extinguisher towards where the wind is blowing

Sweep the extinguisher from side-to-side, starting at one side of the fire

Sweep the extinguisher from side-to-side, starting from the middle of the fire

16 / 30

As a school bus driver, you should never:

Break the four-second following rule

All answers are correct

Drive with open front doors

Refuel a bus with passengers aboard

17 / 30

What is the maximum speed limit for a loaded bus under ideal conditions?

100 km/h or the posted speed limit, whichever is lower

Whatever is the posted speed limit

Speed limits only apply to loaded school buses

90 km/h or the posted speed limit, whichever is lower

18 / 30

You are driving a school bus on a foggy day with low visibility and you stop at an uncontrolled railway crossing. What is the best course of action to ensure safety?

Listen very carefully for a train whistle and if proceed carefully if you do not hear one

Instruct one of the passengers to walk to the track to see if there are any trains coming

Proceed very slowly towards the tracks beyond the normal 5 metre stopping distance to get a closer look

Walk to the track yourself to see if you can cross safely, remembering to shut off the engine and set the brakes first

19 / 30

What is the best approach for ensuring that students are behaved and conduct themselves safely on the bus?

Organize a surprise evacuation drill to explain the safety procedures at your own convenience

Let the students know that if they cause any problems they will be ejected from the bus immediately

Establish a good relationship with students, parents and teachers so that everyone is aware of the rules

Relax the normal safety provisions if it helps to keep the students quiet

20 / 30

Which of the following is not a class of dangerous goods?

Biohazardous substances

Radioactive materials

Explosives

Toxic substances

21 / 30

If you are a school bus driver and there is a breakdown, the best course of action is to:

Activate the alternating flashing amber lights

Get all of the passengers off the bus as soon as possible regardless of the problem

Place an approved warning device a few metres in front of the bus to alert other drivers

Stop the bus as far off the roadway as practical and radio for help if you cannot fix the problem

22 / 30

When performing a turnaround with a school bus, the correct procedure is to:

Only back onto a highway if there are no vehicles coming in either direction

Stop the bus approximately three bus lengths ahead of the road you will be reversing into

Wait for traffic to pass around you before reversing safely

Unload passengers just before you begin reversing

23 / 30

Which of the following situations could be unsafe when unloading a Class 3 vehicle into a hopper?

Using a guide for hand signals

Unloading when there are people within the radius of the raised box

Lowering the box and getting into the box if you need to loosen items that are stuck

Unloading on rocky terrain

24 / 30

Which of the following is correct about assisting a person in a wheelchair?

Ensure that the wheelchair brakes are applied when the wheelchair is stopped

Focus your attention on the person instead of the ground while pushing the wheelchair

If there are bumps in the pavement, turn around and reverse the wheelchair over them

Fold back the foot rests because they could bang into something

25 / 30

If reversing a school bus and you lose sight of the guide, what should you do?

Adjust your mirrors

Slow your reversing speed

Stop immediately

Tap the horn

26 / 30

Which of the following is correct procedure for a stopping at an uncontrolled railway crossing with a Class 2 vehicle?

Stop at least 15 metres in advance of the track

Activate the alternately flashing amber or red lights

Leave the front door closed at all times

If on a multi-lane highway, move to the far right lane in advance of the crossing

27 / 30

When approaching a very busy intersection in an emergency vehicle with your sirens and lights activated, you should:

Watch out for pedestrians

Ensure that other drivers have seen you before proceeding through a red light

All answers are correct

Slow down

28 / 30

When reversing to unload a dump vehicle, you should:

Avoid using your mirrors and rely entirely on the hand signals of the guide

Position the guide so that he or she can see your path, but cannot be seen by you

Back the vehicle to the passenger's side (right)

Use the backing alarm if the vehicle is equipped with one

29 / 30

When parking a school bus downhill (on the right-hand side of the road), which of the following should you not do?

Engage the parking brake

Allow the front wheel to make contact with the curb

Leave the vehicle in neutral if it has a manual transmission

Turn the front wheels to the right

30 / 30

How many hazard classes of dangerous goods are there?

Your score is

They must have a valid commercial operator’s license and maintain a clean driving record. Commercial drivers are subject to different regulations regarding how many hours they can work and drive daily, with mandatory breaks required to prevent fatigue. They must also follow stringent vehicle inspection and maintenance protocols to ensure their vehicles operate safely. In addition, commercial drivers are held to a higher standard when it comes to impaired driving and is subject to lower legal blood alcohol limits. Failure to adhere to these regulations can result in fines, loss of licensing, or even imprisonment. By following these traffic rules, commercial drivers in Alberta can help ensure the safety of themselves and others while on the roads.

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The actual knowledge test is 30 multiple-choice questions; you must score at least 25 correct responses out of 30 to pass.